Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Having met your mother at the Mi-COPS Christmas party, I had to write a message here. You came from a good family, and you put your life on the line doing good for the people of Virginia. God sent Angels to take you to heaven. That is where all of the good people go when they have given their all protecting others. Prayers for your family. Your mom is a wonderful lady who loves you very much.

Larraine Dressel
Mother of Det. Keith Dressel TPD E.O.W. 2/21/07

December 8, 2012

'Good people sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.'  
-George Orwell 

Thank you Angel for watching over us when no one else would.

Pfc. Denny Washington #1714 (Retired)
Prince George's County Police

August 24, 2012

I had a dream about us on Tuesday August 7, 2012. You walked up to me all I could see was your beautiful face with just the right amount of make-up and your hair. I didn't see what you were wearing. You said to me oh you are trying to look cute too with your make-up on. I said not too bad huh. I also told you that you could never leave me again and you said I promise I won't and you took my hand and we left. I woke up but it seemed so real. So I know we will meet again and I know you will keep your promise. Even when we were younger and you said lets go I sad ok without even blinking. That was always how we did things. I remember you weren't to crazy about my first husband so when you can to visit you always said lets go and I went. Mom had to tell you to leave me in Virginia Beach when you came to visit because she always knew I was coming back with you.

Missing you still
Sharon

Identical Twin Sister

August 10, 2012

I'm sure you know our uncle passed away July 15, 2012. I wasn't able to go home but I told him to give you, Weeedies, Granny, Grandma, and Granddad a big hug and kiss. I got up this morning and I said oohhh I'm looking just like Sheila today:) Most days I look like me, but I remember when you used to say oohh I'm looking like Sharon today and now I know what you mean.

Still missing you everyday. There is nothing to break our bond not even death. Until we meet again.
Love you
Identical Twin Sis
Sharon

Sharon Atkins Identical Twin Sister

July 30, 2012

WE MISS U...... WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF CLASS 93F
SEMPER FI / CPL DEMETRICE JOHNSON

Cpl DEMETRICE JOHNSON
Wayne County Sheriff Dept

June 25, 2012

It,s been a while since I visted your site but I still miss you each and everyday. My heart still aches for you. Love Forever Your Mother

Arlette
Mother

June 25, 2012

It's still so hard for me. I always wait for your call when get off work. Never thought it would end this way, But I guess God wanted you to be with your 6 yr old daughter Weedies. She waited 10 years for you I still miss you both. You know I received your valor award on August 12, 2003. Weedies was killed August 12, 1993. I guess you are trying to tell me you and Weedies are ok.

Love Always Identical Twin Sis
Sharon

Identical Twin Sister

June 12, 2012

Officer Herring, I am so so sorry for you untimely death. It's been a while since I've been to your site but I haven't forgotten what that selfish individual did to you and your family. Your dedication to your community has not been forgotten and the monster that took your life will never be forgotten.
Rest easy sister.

Pfc. Washington #1714 (Retired)
Prince George's County Police

April 19, 2012

I have not forgotten your dedication. Your smile would light up the booking department. I think of you every time I wear my uniform. We will wear the badge that honors you, my sister.

NSO Langford

Deputy
Norfolk Sheriff Office

March 21, 2012

Today is the day God blessed me with twins. He wanted you
Sheila after 39years to be with Him. So I think Him for those years you were with me. Still miss you forever in my heart Happy Birthday Sheila Love Mother

Arlette
Daughter

January 27, 2012

It's an honor to be born the same day as a HERO

I love you.
I miss you.

Happy Birthday Sis

Sharon Atkins
Identical Twin Sis

January 27, 2012

My Oldest Sister Sheila,
Today I celebrate you, because if you were here you would celebrate too. You are missed and even though the tears flow, I know you are in God's Hands.
You Are Never forgotten, Love Always,
Your Baby Sister Lisa

Lisa Callaway
Baby Sister

January 27, 2012

THE POLICEMAN'S LAST ROLL CALL ...

THE POLICEMAN STOOD AND FACED HIS GOD, WHICH MUST ALWAYS COME TO PASS. HE
HOPED HIS SHOES WERE SHINING, JUST AS BRIGHTLY AS HIS BRASS. "STEP FORWARD
NOW, POLICEMAN. HOW SHALL I DEAL WITH YOU? HAVE YOU ALWAYS TURNED THE OTHER
CHEEK? TO MY CHURCH HAVE YOU BEEN TRUE?"

THE POLICEMAN SQUARED his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a Saint. I've had to
work most Sundays, and at times my talk was rough, and sometimes I've been
violent because the streets are awfully tough. But I never took a penny that
wasn't mine to keep, though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills just
got to steep. And I never passed a cry for help, though times I shook with
fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept many unmanly tears. I know I
don't deserve a place among the people here, they never wanted me around
except to calm their fear. If you've a place for me Lord, it needn't be so
grand. I never expected or had too much, but if you don't, I'll understand."



There was silence all around the throne where the Saints had often trod. As
the policeman waited quietly, for the judgement of his God. "Step forward
now, policeman, you've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on Heaven's
streets, you've done your time in hell."

For you Sheila....Semper Fi....Rest in Peace my friend.

Kat Wichlan
class of #67

January 21, 2012

Today I went to get my taxes done, the lady was wearing a memorial band for fallen officers. I asked her for whom she wore it....it turned out it was my class mate Sheila Herring. We both began to share our past memories and beloved thoughts of her. We laughed and got sad all in an hour of two strangers somehow coming together because of an amazing woman and officer like Sheila Herring. You are greatly missed and loved...and NEVER EVER FORGOTTEN !!!!

Kat Wichlan
classmate #67

January 21, 2012

You are not forgotten

Sergeant
Norfolk Police Dept

January 16, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the ninth 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.

Your memory will always be honored and revered for time never diminishes respect. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. I hold your mom, your twin sister Sharon, your sister Lisa, your daughter and your other family members in my heart's embrace today.

Rest In Peace

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

January 16, 2012

I still miss you like it was yesterday. I can't believe it's been 9 years. Time does not heal all wounds. Time just moves ahead and takes us with it. Missing and loving you still. I love beyond ETERNITY.

Identical Twin Sis Sharon
Identical Twin Sister

January 16, 2012

Its hard to believe that you went to heaven 9 years ago today. I think of you every day. Many times laughing at the crazy things we talked about. Your family is growing and is so beautiful. I enjoy the times I get to spend with them. I pray for them often.

I went to a MLK Jr. ceremony today and told the people at the table about you. They remembered.

You will be Forever in my Heart...

Bettina Williams
Friend

January 16, 2012

It's 9 years now since you left your family here on earth to be with your heavenly Father. But I still hurt so much I still cry every day I still miss you & think about you each & every day. This hole in my heart will last forever. I pray every day for God to watch over our family. miss you miss you miss you love Mother

Arlette Callaway
Mother

January 14, 2012

China's mom did pass away on Thanksgiving Day. Dennis and I did go home for the service. We didn't get a chance to go to the cemetary this time and put flowers out for you and Weedies. I love you

Sharon

Identical Twin Sis Sharon
Identical Twin Sis

December 22, 2011

Just wanted to let you know my nieces just can't seem to catch a break when it comes to tragedy. Our baby niece China turned 21 on November 12 and her mom is in the hospital for having a stroke and seizures. We are praying for her recovery but it doesn't look good. I may be going home to be with family for a few days. I love you and miss you STILL!!!!!!!

Identical Twin Sis
Sharon

Identical Twin Sis Sharon
Identical Twin Sister

November 22, 2011

You just don't know how much I am missing you. The best thing about having an identical twin is being able to talk to you about everything. You always had great advice and most important you always let me get it out of my system by just listening. I love and miss you so much sometimes it just sucks. I feel bad when I see other identical twins together because it's not fair.They have their twin here and I don't. I have been collecting heart necklaces. I remember when Weedies died you started collecting hearts. I makes me think about you and Weedies.

Love You
Identical Twin Sis
Sharon Atkins

Sharon Atkins
Sharon Atkins Identical Twin Sis

November 11, 2011

I can't believe Weedies would have been 25 on October 9, 2011. She has been gone 18 years. Your precious baby daughter was killed in a car accident August 12, 1993 but it feels like yesterday. You were given the Valor Award on August 12, 2003. This was quite a coincidence. I hope it means you two are together at last. Missing you always but FOREVER IN MY HEART.

Love Identical Twin Sis
Sharon

Sharon Atkins
Identical Twin Sis

October 12, 2011

I didn't know you, but, having come across your story, and seeing your face, and realizing that you are beside your 6 year old daughter, is something special. Occaisionally, I think about you, and read your obituary on findagrave.com
It is tragic what has befallen you and your daughter. Both of you, Gone way too soon.

George

October 5, 2011

Its been over 9 years since we graduated from the academy. I will never forget you. There was a reason God puts certain people in your life. You have made me a better person. I never patrol alone because I know you are with me. Thank you for keeping me safe and guiding me. I keep your picture around my neck. When I get a high priority call, I know I am not alone. You are a great friend gone way too soon.

M.M. Naughton
DPN

September 22, 2011