Officer Down Memorial Page

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 43rd 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 who was murdered in the 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

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
March 30, 2012

Trooper Lietzan,
On today, the 43rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served in the USN. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol
March 30, 2012

Trooper Lietzan was and always will be my uncle. I never got the privilege of meeting him but the stories I have heard have been nothing but great. I have always wondered what he was like and reading these posts gives me a good sense of the type of man he was, and I am honored to call him my uncle. Rest in Peace Uncle Bob.

Laura Zartman (Lietzan)
Niece
October 21, 2011

I want to express my gratitude for Trooper Lietzan's sacrifice and bravery.

Anonymous
June 20, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends as another year passes. May they know that you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 30, 2010

Rest in Peace Trooper Lietzan

Deputy R. Bennett
Henry County Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)
March 30, 2009

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
February 29, 2008

Trooper Lietzan carried my sister and me to safety after a car accident in 1965 in Connersville. He then escorted our ambulance to the hospital. His kindness and service will never be forgotten by my family.

Thank you for your service Trooper Lietzan, may your family find comfort in your services to those you know and those strangers you helped along your way.

God Bless you and your family.
Jane Smith

Jane Smith
February 25, 2008

As a 5 year old I was close enough to hear the gunshots that were fired at Trooper Lietzan (Metamora Indiana). I have always remembered this tragic incident. My parents spoke fondly of Bob as it appeared he was well known in the area. May God bless you, your family, and your brave actions.

December 10, 2007

Your bravery and dedication render you a hero. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten, Trooper Lietzan. Rest in peace.

A citizen
August 5, 2007

Our Greatest Fear
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
too many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.



Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller

Indiana State Police Dist 13
December 19, 2005

God holds a special place for those who give their lives in the service of others. Rest in Peace, Brother.

Sgt. Bill Richardson
Anchorage, Alaska PD
May 30, 2005

Rest in peace, Trooper. You lost your life long ago in the line of duty, but your sacrifices are not forgotten.

Michigan
September 13, 2004