Officer Brett C. Buckmister Arizona Department of Public Safety Arizona Tuesday, March 21, 2000  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 22 of 2

Thank you for your service, as an officer but revrently as a brother in the lords army. remember john 16:33 "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world."

a current LDS missionary,
and a future DPS officer
2009-06-27

Officer Buckmister,
Thank-you for your service.
You will never be forgotten by your family and all that love you.
To your family,
My thoughts are with you even though I do not know you.
9 years is a long time to live without the one you love.

Holley Orr
Wife of Kevin Orr EOW 11-22-06
2009-03-21

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 9th 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.

To his mother: I share your anquish in losing a beloved child and hold you in my heart's embrace today as well as his wife and children.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
2009-03-21

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones and close friends on this day. Continue to keep watch over all of them. You have not been forgotten for you are a true hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
2009-03-21

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
2009-03-21

I attended Bruce Harrolle's funeral today, and my thoughts went back eight years to the day of your funeral, and I could so easily put myself in the shoes of his family, and the pain and grief that they are feeling now. I saw all the DPS officers in their dress uniforms, and remembered the day they came to honor you. The bag piper played the somber tunes and all his friends and family who knew and loved him came to honor him. Of course many who never knew him like me came too. He was alot like you, just by the infectious smile he had and his obvious zest for life. I am glad I went. It was hard, but I met his sweet wife, and I know she and Nona will be friends someday. I never wanted to see another name under yours, I wanted you to be the last one. But heaven has another great and noble son to help with the work there. I know you will meet him, and together help watch out for all of us. You still make me so proud to be your Mother. I also met an officer that met you in the academy, one of Bruce's commrades in his unit. He remembered meeting you and was impressed with you. It makes me so happy to have someone remember you and to mention it to me. I don't want anyone to ever forget you. I love you and miss you every single day. The pain of your not being here comes and goes. I try to focus on the good things, and what I need to do to make my life here better. Life is good, and we try hard to make it count knowing that you are there for us. You are still my best example Brett!
Love, Mom

Anonymous

2008-10-20

Eight years ago I had the pleasure of meeting Brett while working for CoCo APO, a brief meet and greet but was very impressed by his professional attitude as a "new police officer".
Eight years ago our pathes crossed again. I was first on scene of Brett's tragic accident, I can still remember it like it was yesterday. The feeling of being helpless and the grief that was felt. I struggled with the incident for the first few moments...then felt a overwealming sensation come over me, telling me to press on and do my job, this I feel today was Brett telling me that everything was O.K. and to carry on.....Shortly after this I found the youngest of the surviving victims, a one year old girl laying in a bush, all of my training said it was hopeless but I felt that feeling again and got her breathing again......thanks for the push Brett! I handed this little girl to a bystander and sat them in the engine for safe keeping........Then there was that feeling again, it told me to check the van again, I did and again turned to walk away knowing that there was nothing that could be done, but I couldnt move, I looked again and by suprise, only by the slightest motion, there he was, under his older sibling, the boy was completly covered except for his tiny elbow that moved just a bit. With the help of a couragious young lady we stabalized the young boy and delivered him to the now arriving E.M.S. crews (sirens never sounded so good!).
As the scene cleared and my job was done......there it was again, that feeling that to this day I have never felt again, something or someone told me it was O.K, let it go....I went back to my engine and for the first time in years....cried at a scene, only for a moment, and as quickly as it started, it stopped, the skies cleared, the snow stopped and I feel that Brett was telling me, thats enough, you did your best, don't mourne for me, carry on.
I can say to this day, that Brett, although gone in person on that tragic day, his spirit continued to serve the citizens he swore to protect that day. Not only as a continued duty to his fellow man, but as a man even after life, following his deep religious beliefs.
It was a pleasure to have met Brett, and even tho he personal bond didn't have time to grow, he will be missed.
To his wife and chldren...you have a great man watching over you, feel proud to have had him in your life, even for the short time that you did......God Bless

Captain Robert Schwartz
Page Fire Department
2008-10-15

RIP.You will never be forgotten by the ones who love you and knew you.

Anonymous

2008-10-12

Eight years have gone by so fast and yet it seems like a thousand years. I haven't been able to write anything here until now. It's still hard to share what I've held so deep in my heart. I feel so privleged to have had you in my life and I know you are not far. It is so good to know I am not the only one who thinks of you and remembers your goodness. Your influence is still felt and gives me strength day to day. I really wish we had more time together here. I miss you so terribly. You really were my heaven here on earth. I treasure every moment we shared. I know where you are is where you always strived to be. I promise I will keep striving to get there too. I never want to let you down! Like you said "Nothing is more important than what He wants!" I see so much of you in Caleb and Brayden! I smile each time I think how proud of them you must be. We can't wait to see you and hold you again!
Love Forever, Nona
P.S Thanks everyone for your prayers and love.

"Nona" Buckmister
Brett's Wife
2008-09-06

Godspeed to you my friend. You will always be missed. Almost 20 years since we got out of high school, seems like forever, although its just as close as yesterday.

Ride on Trooper.

Colby Melton

2008-06-09

Never forgotten. God Bless your family.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
2008-03-21

It's hard to believe it's been 8 years since Brett's passing. Nona, I pray that you and your beautiful boys are happy and healthy and that you are comforted by the Lord. To Brett's parents and family I pray the same for all of you. Brett was a very special person and I know he is missed by many. You are always in our prayers.
Love, Kelli Wiggins and Family
Page, AZ

Kelli Wiggins
friend
2008-03-16

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-02-29

"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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-11-14

It has been 7yrs since your EOW. You are still missed and will remain in the hearts of many. Please continue to protect your fellow officers, rest easy.....

2007-03-21

Rest in Peace, Officer Buckmister. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

2007-03-14

may god bless officer buckmister and everyone who knew him.god bless and r.i.p.

deputy
fairfield county s-o lanc,ohio
2006-12-06

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Arizona Department of Public Safety. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Officer Buckmister deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Buckmister is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas Doyle
Cary Police Department, North Carolina
2006-06-11

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

2006-05-11

Thank you so much for your kind service...you will never be forgotten....

2006-04-16

Thinking about you so much today Brett. I miss you so much. It's hard to believe it's been six years. You are forever in my heart.

I love you Brett.

Patty

2006-03-21

To Officer Brett Buckmister, his wife and children, parents and his other loved ones:

On this the sixth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.
Reading your loving reflections about your beloved Brett gives us some understanding of what a kind and devout man he was.

Brett, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Officer Buckmister. I am humbled by your valor, courage, dedication, and most of all your faith.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Brett gave to his community and the citizens of Arizona, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 21, 2000.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

2006-03-21

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Today, March 21, 2006 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Police Officer Brett C. Buckmister who died in the line of duty on this date six years ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Officer Buckmister’s sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC
2006-03-21

Thank you Officer Buckmister for your service to your fellowman. May God bless you and your family. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables
2006-03-21

may god bless you and you will never be forgotten.

dep.hummell
fcso lancaster,ohio
2006-01-12