Officer Down Memorial Page

thank you sir, for your service. i grew up in the area where you patrolled. thank you again and to all who have put themselves in danger to serve and protect us at the firestone station.

C. Gutierrez
September 6, 2011

Rest in Peace, Deputy Holguin. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
October 23, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 25th 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.

The circumstances of your murder were heartbreaking and justice was woefully inadequate.
Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
September 8, 2009

Each time that I drive by the location of the LASD Re-Enactment, I can't help but think of You.......

Maj M. B. Parlor
January 21, 2009

David, it was an honor to attend the Orange County Sheriff's Academy with you (Class 52). I think of you frequently. I cherished your friendship.

Sergeant
Academy Class/Friend
August 20, 2008

We (Stoneyboys) have never forgotten you Lance... none of us has. We looked all night for your killer... The brass wouldnt let us be on the entry team... they know too well what it meant to be a Firestone Deputy and how tight a group we were.. and what would have happened to your killer

We think of you often Lance.... be safe FPK brother

We'll see you again

Cam-Sergeant-Fellow FPK deputy
LASD-Firestone
May 25, 2008

David and I graduated from Venice High in 1979. I miss you, you were like my brother. I pray that GOD will keep you and bless and comfort your family.

RIP

Police Officer/Pilot
Glendale Police Department (CA)
January 30, 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
September 12, 2007

Fifteen years!!? You have got to be kidding me. Thanks for your service.

Angry Citizen
April 11, 2007

On your 22nd anniversary, thank you for your dedication, service and your ultimate sacrifice with your life. may God continue to craddle you in His loving arms.

September 5, 2006

I knew you when you were a Police Explorer with the LAPD Venice Division. I was your Captain and you were one of my sergeants. It is a shame that this puke took you from the life of service that you so were looking forward to. Rest in peace and guard over us all.

Lieutenant Chuck Griffitts
Riverside Police Department
February 14, 2006

Deputy Sheriff Holguin,
On today, the 21st anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles County. How could the scumbag that murdered you could only be sentenced to 15 years boggles my mind.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

September 5, 2005

God bless sir, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. My prayers go to you and your family.

Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
March 21, 2005

Let it never be said that the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has forgotten its own. Your name is on our wall and will always be in hearts.

Rest in peace.

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
September 2, 2004

Your not forgotten Deputy Holguin ... rest easy now. Thank you

Anonymous
January 4, 2004

Rest in Peace Brother, you are a hero and will "never" be forgotten.

CPD

Well done, well done thou good and faithful servant enter now unto the house of the Lord.

Anonymous