Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On this actual 45th anniversary of your untimely departure I would like to reiterate my previous reflection and say that your service and sacrifice are always remembered.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 28, 2020

Thank you for your service and rest in peace knowing that your memory and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven RizzoDelaware State Police (Retired)

August 11, 2020

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 38th anniversary year 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 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 Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

August 9, 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 38th anniversary year 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 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 Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

August 9, 2013

Thank you for your service to others. You have not been forgotten nor will that ever be the case.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 28, 2012

Russell,

I met your brother a short time ago when he helped me on an illegal hunting investigation. The conversation rapidly turned to you. He had many stories to share. Even though I did not know you, your memory continues with me and other Game Wardens.

Conservation Officer Jeff Koehn
MN DNR Enforcement Division

May 13, 2010

You are a young hero that will not be forgotten in our great state of MN. God bless your soul and those you have left behind.
Thank you for your service, my friend.

C.O. Nikki Shoutz
MN DNR Enforcement

May 12, 2010

The green line still remembers.........

CO
MN DNR

July 18, 2008

My dad, Russells' brother, always told me amazing stories of what Russ would do to catch people breaking the law. Russ was a dedicated Officer, husband and father. I will always cherish his memory. His memory will forever inspire me.
Russ' Nephew

Deputy N. Nelson San Diego Sheriff Department

Deputy Nelson
San Diego Sheriff Department

June 16, 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

November 28, 2007

God bless you and your family.

March 22, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this anniversary of your end of watch. Continue to watch over your daughter and those officers still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten and are a true hero.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Gold Star Father

September 28, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

August 11, 2006

On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.


A grateful citizen.

September 28, 2004

God bless this hero. He shall not be forgotten.

A Minn. Cop