Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Marshal Bates, what a tough job you had! But, you did your duty, even though you knew the risk. Your name and your commitment are still remembered and always will be. I'm also very grateful for the work of the sheriff and deputy who brought your assailant to justice. Keep watching over us.

Tina Lewis Rowe
Captain, Denver Police Department (ret.)
U.S. Marshal, Colorado (ret.)

April 18, 2017

Marshal Bates,
On today, the 102nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Coal Creek.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 6, 2016

Rest in Peace, Town Marshal Bates. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

January 24, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 107th 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.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

November 6, 2011

Marshal Bates - My regrets that it took over 100 years for us to learn of your sacrifice. Now we shall know and do a better job of remembering you. Thank you for your unwavering service to the people of Coal Creek and the state of Colorado. May God grant you eternal rest and may His prepetual light shine upon you.

Chief K. Moreland (Ret. Sgt.)
Palmer Lake, CO PD (Ret. LAPD)

January 25, 2011

Marshal Bates,
Sir, it has taken over 106 years, but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Coal Creek.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

January 20, 2011

Rest in peace my Brother. Thank you for your service.

Deputy S. Yates
Covington County Sheriff Dept.(MS.)

January 19, 2011