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Deputy Sheriff Leland E. Roper

Fayette County Sheriff's Department, Tennessee

End of Watch Friday, July 22, 1949

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Leland E. Roper

Deputy Sheriff Roper,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Fayette County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 22, 2024

Thank you for your service and today we remind you and your family that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten by your LE brethren. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 22, 2020

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 64th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. 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 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.

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

January 15, 2013

It is currently 2007, my name is jerry winfred roper jr. I am 25 years old. I am proud to know that my great grandfather was a law enforcement officer, and he died serving our country and the community. If anybody else has any info about my great grandfather, that i might not already know, please leave a post. Thank you

jerry w roper jr

June 12, 2007

Deputy Sheriff Roper,
It has taken nearly 56 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Fayette County.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

March 23, 2005

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