Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thinking of you today, Brother. I met your parents today and read your story. It broke my heart. Rest in peace and thank you for your service.

Respectfully,

Earl Cowan
Washington State LEO

Officer Earl Cowan

March 8, 2015

To Deputy York’s loved ones, I am truly sorry for your loss. He was taken from you too soon. The unfair and unexpected loss of Deputy York reminds us that we must always be vigilant. Rest in peace.

Recruit Christopher Sciacca
LASD

September 28, 2014

Shane;

My heart aches for your loss to this day. I sat arm and arm with your father at your funeral services. I was moved beyond words seeing the heartbreak in him, your brother Brandon, and the rest of the family. Your father and I are childhood friends and first cousins. He went into law enforcement, and I went into the Army. We both served our countries as a profession and did so with honor. You made him proud when you followed his footsteps and joined the men and women who serve so honorably in law enforcement.

To this day, I am still engaged in the US Department of Defense, 43 years and counting. I have said farewell to far too many Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen over those 43 years. Viet Nam, Desert Storm, and the War on Terror have taken too great a toll on America and my heart. The show of respect for their loss is always touching and patriotic. However, never have I seen the camaraderie to match that which I saw the day of your funeral. Hundreds upon hundreds of law enforcement officers were personally in attendance and hundreds more lined the freeways and streets of Los Angeles as your Hearst proceeded towards the cemetery.

Your brothers in arms are truly brothers in deed. May God bless you and your fellow law enforcement brothers forever.

Major, US Army, (Ret) Brad York
Cousin

September 15, 2014

Deputy York,
We reflect on you and your tragic ending at the Sheriff's Academy almost anytime a fallen officer is talked about. Your story has touched me in a way that can't explain. I had the honor of polishing your plaque today and reminiscing with our instructors about you and your family. You always have a place in my heart.

May You Rest In Peace

Adam Penner
Culver City Police Department

June 22, 2013

Another reason for me to devote my free time to the law enforcement, as an LASD Reserve Deputy, i will fight for the justice, against the criminals, and in memory of the fallen deputies and officers.

Reserve Deputy Alexander Akopian
LASD

May 21, 2013

This past year I worked hard to preserve the death penalty in California and keep justice for the families of the 43 law officers whose killers are on death row. You are remembered and I will continue to warrior for justice for you.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

February 23, 2013

I remember the day this happened. You were my son's friend and I could not bear to tell him the news! I know he still thinks of you and he sent this to us.

Andrea Oddo
Mother of your friend Alex Oddo Fresno State

August 30, 2012

Sir... We stood watch yesterday in your honor.. You will never be forgotten.

Deputy Tutino
LASD

August 17, 2012

Deputy Sheriff York,
On today, the 15th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

August 16, 2012

Miss you buddy.

Deputy John Wilkie
LASD- classmate and friend

August 15, 2012

Rest in peace my brother. It was 15 years ago today it happened.

Deputy Robert Claus
LASD

August 14, 2012

Hello to the York Family,
The pain from the loss of Shayne hurts as much today as it did so long ago. Having known Shayne and his family for so many years, watching him grow as a child into the fine man he became brings back so many pleasant memories. Shayne, you will always be in my heart!

Ellen
Family Friend

March 26, 2012

I was thinking of you today, and started to write something here and then read down through the other comments and came across my own name and message from 2007. My message was almost exactly the same words so many years later! My thoughts and prayers are still with you and your family and as I said in 2007, I will never forget you. I wish you had been able to live out your life, and I feel so sorry for the loss we all have without you here in this world. Our loss is Heaven's gain and I know you are an angel watching over us. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice. As long as I live, your memory will be a part of me.

Rachel K.
Anaheim, CA

August 21, 2011

That night, I was with A Fellow Off-Duty LAPD Cop and Shayne York was Murdered less than two miles from where I lived. I will NEVER Forget that Night….

May He Rest - In - Peace.

Semper Fi,
“Major Pain”

Michael B. Parlor

August 16, 2011

We still remember. Shayne, your soul lives on in the hearts of those who loved and respected you.

Deputy Sheriff
LASD

August 14, 2011

I went to Junior High with Shayne York. Played on the same football, basketball, softball team. Shayne was always the one of the most honorable, good solid people at my school. It is of no surprise that he became a community hero. Bless him and those he had to leave behind.

David Richards
School Friend

August 13, 2011

I lived in California and very close to Buena Park when this happened. My neighbor even went to that salon on a regular basis. I was deeply saddened by this tragic incident. Now that I am a dispatcher and work everyday with officers, it saddens me even more. I have never forgotten about Deputy York, or the bravery he showed that day. I hope his fiance and family have been able to find peace over the years. Deputy York will never be forgotten.

Doni W
911 Dispatcher Texas

October 26, 2009

Rest in Peace, Deputy York. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 23, 2009

I want to say how sorry I am to have read about the loss of such a Brave Deputy...Our family will keep your family in daily prayer. We know the pain they carry and please know we grieve with you! Thank You for your bravery and service to us all. You will Never Be Forgotten Duputy Shayne Daniel York

Kathy stevenson wife of
Sgt. Howard K. Stevenson EOW 1/9/05

July 18, 2009

I remember going to Judo classes with you, your brother and my older brother Dan in your father's car in Frazier Park. I wanted you and your family to know that my brother's and I have chosen paths of honor as you did. I work as a City Police Officer in WA, Dan is a Fire Captain outside of Sacramento and our little brother Joe wound up a soldier, just completing his 2nd Iraq Tour as a Blackhawk Pilot.

That others might live....

Officer Dave Quiggle
Kirkland Police Department, WA

July 11, 2009

As this anniversary aproaches All the officers please be careful and know that you are all in our prayers.

Brian Steele
Shaynes Step Brother

June 15, 2009

Deputy York... I never knew you & only just now heard of your story. I am now friends with an old friend of yours & he shared it with me, telling what a great guy you were. My thoughts go out to your family & friends, even these many years later. I know their pain is still as real as it was back in 97 when they lost you. I can tell you were a good man. Your life & career ended way too soon. Thank you for your service to law enforcement. I will never forget you. God Bless & peace be with your loved ones.

Lydia Ambrose
Wife of Burbank Police Officer

May 10, 2009

On our first day at PDC-East (Old Max) we were welcomed by Dep. York's memorial. Old Max always remembers him as we dress in tan and green and pin the star on our chest.

We will always remember him.

Dep. Perez
LASD
Old Max

Deputy Brian Perez
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

April 18, 2009

Shane...you left a great legacy behind. I started working at PDC East and have had the honor to stand watch at your memorial for a half hour. Thank you for your service and honor to the department. May God bless you and your family.

Deputy Tutino

Deputy Sheriff, Nicholas Tutino
Los Angeles County Sheriff

August 21, 2008

Shayne dear,
This is your 11th anniversary away from those who loved you and I know it
brings back painful memories. You and those you loved were robbed of so
many wonderful events and memories. It's maddening and senseless. If you're
in Heaven, I'll hunt you down and give you a hug when I get there. I am so
sorry for this huge loss.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous

August 16, 2008