Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer John J. Buckley

Pittsburg Police Department, California

End of Watch Friday, December 13, 1935

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Reflections for Officer John J. Buckley

Officer John J. Buckley will never be forgotten. May his soul rest in Heaven.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb (Retired)
New York State Police - Troop D

February 19, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother. You are not forgotten.

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
City of Upland, CA

December 13, 2017

Thank you to all who have left such wonderful reflections. John was part of an old time Pittsburg family who carried on the rich traditions of the region in the areas of railroad work (their Dad), law enforcement (John), professional baseball (Tim), switch board operator (Margaret), care givers (Mary & Evelyn), local constable (Frank), and community supporters (all). Thank you for honoring John for his service.

Neil Kelly
Great Grand Nephew

January 17, 2014

Rest in Peace, Officer Buckley. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

January 19, 2012

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

January 11, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 76th 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 in your department murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05

December 13, 2011

Your memory is honored today. You were the first Pittsburg officer to die in the line of duty. My son was the third and hopefully the last.

Rest in Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

December 13, 2009

Officer Buckley,

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You will not be forgotten Sir. Rest in Peace...

Joyce
Sister of Officer John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

April 22, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

vandenberghe
manchester, nh

December 7, 2007

rest in peace my brother. god bless you

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August 30, 2007

To Officer John Buckley and those who care for his memory:

It has been more than seventy one years since your tragic death, but please know that your memory is honored and revered today. I am glad that your name will be engraved on the wall the same year as Larry's will. All those attending for Larry will also be there to remember and honor you.

Officer Jenkins, many years ago you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Officer Buckley. I am humbled by your valor, courage, and dedication.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Officer Buckley gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on December 13, 1935.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05








March 18, 2006

I know your in a better place than Pittsburg. Enjoy and god bless!!!!

February 8, 2006

To Officer Buckley:

You died seventy years ago in the line of duty in Pittsburg. You were the first Pittsburg officer to be killed.
Sadly, two officers who followed in your footsteps since were also fatally shot. My son, Larry Lasater, was the third Pittsburg officer to die in the line of duty. The family members of the second officer who died have been so supportive to us since Larry died. The Dept. has cared for us all so lovingly...they have done you proud. I hope that your family had the same support that we have experienced. You are not forgotten, Officer Buckley. There is also a blue candle being lit for you.
It is nice to think that you are a hero in heaven and you were there to welcome Ray and Larry.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater,
Pittsburg PD eow 4/24/05

September 26, 2005

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE BROTHER.GOD BE WITH YOU

SSO J.CISNEROS
LOS ANGLES SCHOOL POLICE

May 17, 2005

Every officer here should have a reflection left in his or her honor. Thank you for your ultimate sacerfice.

I honor you.

May 7, 2005

HOOAH! OFFICER BUCKLEY

CPL. ANALLA CHRISTOPHER
400 M.P. BN.

May 5, 2005

Officer Buckley,
It has taken nearly 70 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pittsburg.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

May 3, 2005

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