Family, Friends, and All Others Remember . . .

Photograph: Officer Steve Bastidas Favela

Patch image: Honolulu Police Department, Hawaii

Officer Steve Bastidas Favela
Honolulu Police Department
Hawaii
Sunday, November 26, 2006

Well it is hard to believe that 3 years have passed. It seems like yesterday we would see your beautiful smile. I know that you are watching over Barb and the kids from above and you are proud to see how well they are all doing. We love and miss you this Christmas.....

Anonymous

2009-12-18

Your heroism and service is honored today, the third 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.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
2009-11-26

We miss you bro. I always have a good laugh when I think of the things we used to do.

3831, D Squad
HPD
2009-10-22

I thought of you again today, your smile, your strength, your devotion to family, job and country---and I once again say THANK YOU for your ultimate sacrifice.

Hearts ache, but time tempers death's weight.

God bless you and your lovely family.

Anonymous

2009-09-22

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1

You are not forgotten.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.

2009-03-22

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this second 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
2008-11-26

Time passes so quickly, and yet it stands still forever. Almost 2 years ago--how can that be?

Thank you, Steve, for your devotion and dedication to a job that keeps us all safe. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you to your family for enduring such hardship, and then pain, in order that you protect your neighbors, your friends, the president, and anyone in need.

My gratitude is endless.

You will NEVER be forgotten.

Anonymous

2008-09-28

Officer Favela, thank you for 8 years of service to the people of Hawaii. You are not forgotten. May God continue to comfort and bless your family, department, and others you left behind.

Anonymous

2008-09-04

Happy Birthday Steve!!! We all LOVE you & MISS you very much.

Emily
Sister
2008-04-18

Aloha Brother Steve,

No until now have I been able to write something toward your memory. Even now it is difficult. You served well, and paid the ultimate price.

You are and yours will always be Ohana.

Me Kealoha Pauole

Gerard M. Mahi
HPD Solo Bikes - 1980 to 1984
2008-03-12

Remembering you regularly Hammer.

C. CLITES
HPD SOLO BIKE DETAIL D SQUAD
2008-03-08

"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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-12-29

RIP Officer Favela.
You Protected Honolulu.
You Gave Your Life To Make Sure The President Was Safe.
You Have Been An Inspiration To Me.
I'll Be Joining The Hawaii County Police Department Soon.
You Will Be In My Thoughts While I'm In The Academy.
When I First Heard About The Accident I Was Very Shocked.

God Bless You Officer Favela.
You May Now Rest Knowing That You Protected Hawaii.

2007-12-28

Steve;
It's hard to believe it has been a year since you left us to do God's work. We miss you more than you can imagine. Your family has been so strong throughout this, and you should be very, very proud. Your CG brothers are doing well, but it's just not the same without you. Hope you are doing well up there, and keeping watch over your family and us. Until we meet again, keep smilin'!

Love ya,

Bull

PSC Darren I. Bullock
US Coast Guard Reserve
2007-11-27

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

VanDenBerghe
Manchester, Nh
2007-11-26

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
06-26-2007 (7th month anniversary)
07-26-2007 (8th month anniversary)
08-26-2007 (9th month anniversary)
09-26-2007 (10th month anniversary)
10-26-2007 (11th month anniversary)
11-26-2007 (1 year anniversary 11-26-2006 to 11-26-2007)
NEVER EVER FORGOTTEN

Ocean Dreams®
Kahu Laakea (Keeper of the Sacred Light)
2007-11-25

Barbra,
This Is a hard week for all of us. I hope you will all find comfort.

Daughter of Det. Kevin Orr

2007-11-21

Steve,

I know that you were happy last year on this day. You were very excited to be part of the motorcade for President Bush. But I will never forget hearing about the accident that morning on the radio and wondering who it was, hoping that it was not you. Then I got the call that charged everyone’s life forever. I know that Barb and the kids are doing a lot better and the fun run that they did in your memory was so honorable, but yet I know they still miss you very much and I know it must be hard on them. You were there
everything and you will always be remembered and missed. I know that you are looking down on Barb and kids and are proud to see how Keahi has grown into such a young gentlemen taking over the roll as the man of the house following your footstep, Kiana is getting so big and beautiful and always looking after her little brothers, Matthew has grown into a big boy and mommies little helper and Jake is so cute, he reminds me sometimes of you because he always has such a great big smile on his face every time you see him. In your short life you made a great impact on all the people you came into contact with and I know you will never be forgotten. Please watch over Barb and the kids and keep them safe.

2007-11-21

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE
2007-10-26

Brother Steve-O,

You and your wife and children have been on my mind and heart heavily as the 10 month anniverssary of your passing approached. I always recall how much you spoke of them when we were away for military duty and how you glowed after speaking with them each night. I always thought "what a lucky guy". One conversation came to mind when you spoke about Barbara and how lucky you were to have found a wife who was beautiful, smart , strong and independent. Although I have never met your wife and children I can see now what you were always talking about, she is all the above and your children are a direct reflection of that. I saw her on TV and read an article in the newspaper about a very special memorial run and fair she is putting in loving memory of you. Seeing your wife and children smiling and happy has helped me heal and to be able to move on now from the grief that I have held for so long. That positive attitude that she has and the strength that she has to share and celebrate your memory with the community is inspiring and will help many others hearts heal. You would be so proud of her and the kids, especially Keahi who is was so well spoken for 8 years old. It takes a lot of strength to pull through a tragic event while trying to raise 4 small children, I think most people shudder at the thought of being faced with that task but your wife has somehow through the grace of God perservered. And to be able to find a way to honor you in such a big way, I still think you are a lucky guy. Rest in peace Bro, your wife and kids are doing OK and they are thriving, take care and I will never forget the awesome man that you were. J.

Friend

2007-09-30

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE
2007-09-27

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE
2007-08-27

A hero is gone.
But will never be forgoten.

2007-08-18

I have my computer personalized to show my husband's page, Deputy David Grant/EOW/5/31/04 when the ODMP site comes up-but today instead Steve's picture came up-I looked at his sweet smiling face and read the reflections and realized what a wonderful person he must of been. I thought of his family and my family and all we have been through-trying to figure out how to live without people like Dave & Steve.Dave was Hawaiian & Portuguese and spent 8 of his 28 law enforcement years on motors. I guess Steve's picture reminded me of Dave and I thought of how much passion these officers have for their work and for their families. They are the special ones and they were taken too soon.

Richie Grant
Wife of Deputy Dave Grant/EOW/5/31/04
Tuolumne Co. Sheriff's Dept.
Sonora, California

2007-08-16

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE
2007-08-04

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