Officer Down Memorial Page

I will never forget your face....you gave the ultimate sacrifice protecting me and 5 others....your sacrifice will never be forgotten. I think of you daily and what you and your family gave. You were an incredible man.

Thank you will never be enough.

Traci Williams Pleiss
formerly of Gering, NE and Torrington, WY

Traci Williams Pleiss
survivor
May 8, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
September 6, 2010

Lt. Mark, you will not be forgotten by your brother and sister officers of the Boston Police department. RIP

Detective Michael Kane
Boston Police dept.
July 21, 2010

my grandpa!! what can i say. i can't really say much beside that he was an amazing grandpa from what i hear. i wouldn't know because i was only six weeks old when all this happened. all i can say is that i love you and i miss you like crazy. i wish you were still here.
I love you with all my heart

Shelby
Grand-Daughter
December 5, 2008

My Dad!!! What can I say about a man that taught me so much, and gave to his family everything he had. My Dad was proud of his grandchildren and his children, and always wanted the best for them. I miss his smile and since of humor, his pounding his glass on the table and telling me it was empty, so I could make another glass of Iced Tea. I wish you were here Dad to see the great people your grandchildren have become. As Matthew sets out on another adventure, Michael working, Dustan working and raising that little girl of his, Heather, Tyler and Shelby still going to High School and trying to figure out what they want to become. We all miss you and wish we could talk with you. We will see you again someday. Thanks Dad for everything. I LOVE YOU

Dawn
Daughter
May 14, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
February 22, 2008

Harley was a man that we all could be proud of. He came from a family of 10 children. Making his mark early in life. He fell in love with his high school sweetheart. Together they had 3 daughters. He was a great husband and father. Harley served in the Navy and was very proud of that. Harley tryed other jobs then desided to become a police officer. In order to serve the people he cared about. He was very protective over children. Harley wanted all children to have a fair chance in life. Outside of his career he took the family arrowhead hunting a passion passed down from his folks along with the love of fishing. Harley watched a painter on T.V. and said I can do that. So he tryed his hand at it and was great. Harley even taught himself how to play the organ. Harley loved to have BBQs with family and friends he would make pancakes for breakfast for all. The door was always open to everyone. Last and greatest joys were his children and grandchildren. Not once did Harley waver from up holding the law and trying to do what was always right. Harley was such an inspiration to his daughters that one fallowed in his footsteps. I know if Harley was still here today he would say thanks to the sweetheart that became his wife and stood behind him to the end. We will all remember his kindness laughter and love for life.










Harly

James & Donna Foster
Family
June 22, 2007

Rest in peace,Sir. You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
April 12, 2007

Harley Mark was everyone's favorite brother. A good man, a wonderful son and a great father and husband. Loved and admired by all who knew him.. He is greatly missed.

Helen A Floyd
Sister
March 30, 2007

Lt. Harley Mark was a well known officer to Torrington,Wyoming.Everyone knew him in one way or another.

May 19, 2004

Lt. Harley Mark was a very important and integral part of the law enforcement community in Torrington, WY. He is sorely missed by many. There is never a day that goes by that I do not think of Harley. I was there moments after that crash that took Harley from this world. Harley had dedicated so much energy in apprehending and convicting the escapee that he was pursuing. The escapee was the focus of Harley's career for the months proceeding his conviction. The man escaped from the Goshen County Jail. Harley was going to do "whatever it took" to apprehend this escapee. Unfortunately, Harley paid that ultimate price in that pursuit. Harley, you are missed every day by your family, your friends and your co-workers.

Your friend,
Brian

Brian Small, EMT, Retired
Torrington Ambulance Service