Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

YEARS HAVE COME, EIGHT YEARS HAVE GONE
LONG MONTHS THEY ALL HAVE PASSED,
SINCE THE DAY YOU GAVE YOUR LIFE FOR US,
THEN CAME THE BREATHE YOUR LAST.

WE'VE HAD THE JOY OF KNOWING YOU
BEING ON SHIFT WITH YOU THAT DAY,
WHEN GOD WOULD CALL YOU HOME FROM US,
AND WE WOULD HAVE TO STAY.

THE JOB, THE TEAM, AND LIFE GOES ON
BUT IT IS NOT THE SAME, YOU SEE,
FOR WHAT YOU DID FOR US THAT DAY,
LIVES ON INSIDE OF ME.

THEY SAY THAT TIME CURES MOST THE GRIEF
AND THE PAIN WILL GO AWAY,
BUT THE MEMORIES OF WHAT YOU DID,
ARE ALWAYS HERE TO STAY.

I GUESS FRIENDS, ARE FRIENDS, FOREVER
REGARDLESS OF HOW WE PART.
THE JOY OF KNOWING YOU, MY FRIEND
REMAINS WITHIN MY HEART.

M.K.H
W.B. Twp

May 13, 2012

Officer Davis arrested us for child abuse. Our daughter had been traumatized by peer on peer sexual abuse. As time went on Officer Davis changed his opinion about us and the reliability of our daughter.

We have a great deal of respect for Officer Davis. To us he exempliified the integrity of a police officer. We were very saddened to learn of his passing.

Doug Sargent [ civilian ]
none

March 5, 2012

Gary, you came across my thoughts today, I had the opportunity to run down Telegraph for the TORCH Run behind one of your cars a few weeks back. As your guys blocked traffic for me I saw your badge sticker on the trunk, my heart grew heavy but my feet became light. It reminded me of your sacrifice and the laughs you gave me as school boys. As I ran your memory kept me going.
Thanks Gary
Your Friend
Jeff Milke

Officer Jeff Milke
Sterling Hts. Mi

November 10, 2011

Gary – I still think of you often.

I did not know you personally – but because I helped investigate your death – and with the review of your work on your tape – MANY TIMES – I can truly attest to the fact that you worked hard, were honest and more that fair, and you are a poster child to all new police recruits.

Your work – your ethic - is a shining example to all who wish to become great police officers.

Thanks for your work –I’m sorry you were taken early, you will never be forgotten. Charlie Villerot

Ptl Charlie Villerot - Retired
Troy PD

August 4, 2011

Hello Gary

Have not been here in a while but, I am always thinking of you! Not a day goes bye, that I don't.
I talk to Jack and Russ fairly often and we almost always have a fond memory to discuss about you.

You are greatly missed.

You are gone, but still in our hearts and not ever forgotten!

Chuck West

Chuck West
Friend

May 14, 2011

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. I know the love your father had for you and the terrible stress he endoured after the loss of his son. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones, protect them from harm. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be foroggen.

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

May 13, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today on the 6th 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. He was shot twice when ambushed on April 23rd when he was on a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, 1 year after you were killed.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for the solace of your wife and all those who love and miss you.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

May 13, 2010

Heard your father passed away and is now with you in heaven. He loved you so much and missed you terribly.
Thinking about you as we near the anniversary of your death.
Miss you, Gary....

Anonymous

May 6, 2010

Merry Christmas Coop!

Anonymous

December 25, 2009

Today you have weighed heavy on my mind. Miss you.

Melissa
Friend

February 24, 2009

Dear boy in blue, tried and true...today I am really missing you.

You are thought of often in this household. We miss you very much and will never forget you.

With love,
Eve and Jeff.

Eve
Dear Friend

January 12, 2009

Gary,
Early this morning, we lost another family member. Dick came home from working overtime and woke me to tell me the news. I cannot believe how instant the emotions came back and how numb I felt. I felt like I was playing 5/13/04 all over again. Please continue to watch over us and help Mason learn the ropes up in Heaven. Please do what you do best and take him under your wing. I miss you and think of you often.

Melissa Clark
Friend

December 28, 2008

Gary, Nicole...

I think of you both often and tonight (well this AM 0454) I woke up with Officer Davis heavy on My heart).

I keep wondering...when will this go away and then I remind Myself that it should NEVER go away.

As it were,

Nikki..I don't know how you do it. You're so damned brave. I am not as brave as you. I am so so sorry for your loss. I still recount our conversation on your back deck/lawn and.......how I asked..."How do you do it"?

I never KNEW that such a thing would happen.

Gary:

Thank you for everything you did. Thank you. I would have never gone through the sworn applicant process without your love and support and constant prodding.

I miss Hank Hill. I miss......well...I miss a lot of things and I don't care what other people think. I miss our outings to the parts store in Michigan. (OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH I forgot to make mention that I am dating a Homicide Detective here in the place that I reside). You would have liked him. He's a lot like you.

We were friends simply that. I never have...had the guts to erase your emails or email addy.

I can't. I won't.

In tears I reflect on the funeral. You will NEVER EVER be TEN SEVEN to ME!

Never.

Nikki....please call and let Me know you are OK. :-(

Forever and always...
Dart_Girl (AKA Rebecca/Eve).

Dear Friend

September 24, 2008

Gary, I still miss you like it was yesterday. I wish you could see this and know you will always be my one forever. Love, Me.

Nicole Davis
wife

May 20, 2008

Coop-

I can't believe that it's been four years. Anger and sadness still gets at me from time to time. And then I stop, and laugh and remember at the times we had together. I am so lucky to have met you! You are truely a hero. And you are very much missed by all!

M.K.H.
Friend

May 13, 2008

Gary,
It's been 4 years ago today, and it seems like it just happened yesterday. I wish you could have been here to watch how Aidan's grown. I know you still look over us all from up there. You are still sorely missed and it makes me angry every time I think of the way things have turned out. It's just not been the same since you've been gone. Please continue to watch over us and know that you are thought of by many people every day.

Lori
Friend

May 13, 2008

You were a wonderful human being who didn't deserve to die this way. And
what is worse, the justice system let you down, too as well as all who were
hoping for a much different outcome. But you lived larger than how it ended
and God is the true Judge anyway. You certainly did glorify Him with your
life. Your wife is never alone. He never leaves us nor forsakes us and He
knows His children.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

May 13, 2008

YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

May 13, 2008

Gary,

4 Years. I cannot believe that. The sadness still comes from time to time. I still miss you and still angered by the senseless individual who took you from us. There is not a day that I do not think of you and say a little prayer. You will forever be in our hearts. Thank you for watching over us and being our angel.

Melissa
Friend Forever

May 13, 2008

To think that 4 years have passed since you were taken from your family and friends. They say time heals all wounds but I beg to differ. You were a great man husband son and friend. When I look at your memorial sticker on my car it reminds me of you and your warm smile and your awesome personality. Gary you will never be forgotten.

Joanne
Friend

May 13, 2008

Gary,

Hard to imagine you have been gone for 4 years.
Still not a day goes by that you are not thought of!
There is no healing but it is some comfort in knowing you are in a better place.
Ran into Nicki about a year ago while visiting MI and she looks good and is still doing herself proud (and You)and staying strong.

Sometimes something happens down here and I have to think it was you watching over us. I am sure Nicki and the Iron's would say the same thing happens to them on occasion.
God works in mysterious ways!

You are still missed,

Chuck West

Chuck West
Friend

May 12, 2008

Gary,
I can't believe it has been almost four years. It seems like just yesterday. I never had the pleasure of meeting you but I think about you every time I arrest a drunk or drive by that spot on the freeway. RIP you will never be forgotten.

April 29, 2008

Gary The Best Son Ever

God Bless You
See you soon Dad

Gary Davis
Father

February 19, 2008

Gary, you were heavy on My heart again today.

I was reading something on the internet (a place We most often talked/typed) and got to thinking about how horrible this thing was.

I'm so damned angry! I wish you were still here to talk to Me.

I miss you! I do.

Love,
Eve

Loving friend

January 30, 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 13, 2007