Officer Down Memorial Page

To My dearest husband, Your sons are very proud of you and have ever right to be.....we want everyone that has left reflections for you , to know, that we appreciate them. We love and miss this wonderful man..... Your loving wife....

Barbara Jantz
wife
May 6, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 52nd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Thanks to your family and friends for sharing their devotion to you through their reflections. I am sure you are proud that your family continued your legacy of protecting and serving.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
March 19, 2013

I have my Father's gun a Colt Tropper 38 Special from 1957. I would like the family to have it after I'm gone.

Brain C. Jantz
Son
March 12, 2013

For my Aunt Barb and cousins Tim and Brian.......the loss of your husband and father is not forgotton. He is a hero in Sauk County, the State of Wisconsin and in our hearts. I love you guys.

Special Agent Jeffery J. Boyer
OPM, Federal Investigative Services (nephew)
May 23, 2012

It has been 50 years after my fathers death and as an adult, I wonder what my life would have been with him?
I thank you all for your sentiments. My brother (Tim Jantz) and I returned to Baraboo ten years ago to bury my grandmother (my fathers mother) and were well received. People do not forget!

Brian Clayton Jantz
Son
May 23, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
April 9, 2012

Hi Mrs. Jantz:
What an absolutely moving reflection,
To say I"m still devastated,is quite an understatement.
Delivering newspapers at age 11 in Madison this was a huge
story to me and my customers on the route. My dad had talked about it constantly of course,very concerned and when he died right after the sentencing in"62 I probably knew or had an idea of what you all were going through and my heart certainly went out to you then AS it does now.
Some things you just never get over in the same context that some things are UN forgiveable.
With Heartfelt Sincerity Always
Glenn Lambright
Jefferson,WI

Glenn R Lambright
No Agency
October 15, 2011

50 years ago we lost you. We miss you and all things that we could have talked, laughed and done together. But life must go on and you would be proud of your sons as they are proud of you. Timothy has become a sheriff in COLORADO. And he has made a very good one. Your son Brian whom you never got to see is bright, funny has his own company. We all have you in our hearts forever and one day we will all meet again. We will always love you. From your wife who loves you now as I did 50 years ago.

BARBARA JANTZ
WIFE
October 3, 2011

James Jantz's son became the head sheriff in January 2007 and he was elected again on January 2011 for a second term. His name is Tim Jantz and I know his ex-wife Julie Jantz who is my teacher's aide (James' ex-daughter-in-law) for over 20 years. I heard the name Jantz since I was a small boy. It is touching because his (James) son became a sheriff to continue the family tradition (possibly) to this day. God bless him and his family.

Vasili
Student
April 16, 2011

God bless you for your bravery and sacrifice. My heartfelt sympathy to your family. I am glad that your son is carrying on for you now. Can't believe they let your killers out on parole! WTF?! God will tend to them down the road, if he hasn't already. My thanks to you and your fellow law enforcement officers for putting your lives on the line, to keep the rest of us safe. Bless you one and all.

Linda Nesvacil
mother to a deputy in Jefferson, Wis.
January 15, 2011

Hero's are never forgotten sir. God Bless you for your service. Rest in Peace Brother.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, North Carolina
May 14, 2010

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
March 26, 2008

James Jantz's son is currently a Sheriff's deputy in Moffat County and become a head sheriff in January 2007. His name is Tim Jantz and I know his wife Julie Jantz who is my teacher's aide (James' daughter-in-law) for over 20 years. I heard the name Jantz since I was a small boy. It is touching because his (James) son became a sheriff to continue the family tradition (possibly) to this day. God bless him and his family.

Vasili
Father-in-law of my teacher's aide
November 10, 2006

I never had the chance to meet you father. These men took you while Mom was pregnant with me. I can only hope the God has use you well. Your son Brian.

Son
May 12, 2006

What a travesty of justice! I can't believe your killers were paroled. They will get their just reward before the real Judge. Rest in peace sir.

Captain Robert W. Cannon; Retired
Vermilion County Illinois Sheriff's Department
April 24, 2006

Patrolman Jantz. Your bravery lives on with your sons. I never knew you but I have learned a alot about you. rest in peace.

December 12, 2005

RIP

Police Officer
October 14, 2005

Rest in peace brother
You're gone but not forgotten.

Deputy
Walworth Co SO
December 19, 2003