Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I am in the LASD academy and I can't even begin to explain how hard the news of Sgt. Owen's death hit us. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.

"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."

Recruit Leduc
Sierra Madre PD/ LASD Academy

October 9, 2016

Sgt. Owen, I did not know you but you were a brother non the less. Thank you for your service and for making the ultimate sacrifice for your family and your community. All are just that much safer because of you.

May God be with your family and friends as you now patrol the streets of heaven. God obviously had a need for a man of your caliber at his side. Please say hi to my good friend Officer "JD" DeGuzman (San Diego Police Dept; EOW: July 28, 2016). He too is patrolling the street of heaven now.

Rest easy my brother. We have the watch.

Retired Detective Johnny Keene
San Diego Police Department

October 9, 2016

Our hearts are breaking for the families, friends, and fellow co-workers of Sergeant Owens during this very difficult time. All of you remain in our thoughts and prayers as you deal with this horrific tragedy. May you find comfort and support from those around you. May God help heal your aching hearts. May the moments you shared together bring forth happy memories to get you through the upcoming days ahead of you. Thank you for your service Sir, may you rest in peace.

Daily you showed pride in your chosen profession, for you would willingly walk the line of good over evil facing the unknown with courage keeping your trust and faith in God.

We will forever strive to meet your level of pride and excellence.

-Academy Class 417 Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department

With integrity, compassion, and courage, we serve our communities-- protecting life and property, being diligent and professional in our acts and deeds, holding ourselves and each other accountable for our actions at all times, while respecting the dignity and rights of all.

Earning the Public Trust Every Day!

Academy Class 417
Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department

October 8, 2016

Rest In Peace Sgt. Owen. You will truly be missed by the department. Your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

D.S.T., Class 417 Nicholas Fernandez
L.A.S.D.

October 8, 2016

I'M A FORMER RECRUIT FROM CLASS 417 FOR THE LOS ANGELES SHERIFF DEPARTMENT. WE SAT IN CLASS ON THE DAY THIS HAPPENED AND OUR DRILL INSTRUCTOR TURNED ON RADIO TRAFFIC FOR OUR CLASS TO HEAR. MY STOMACH BEGAN TO TURN AS I LEARNED WHAT WAS GOING ON. I FELT AS THOUGH I LOST ONE OF MY CLOSE FAMILY MEMBERS. I GET CHOKED UP IN MY THROAT EVERY TIME ANY ONE TALKS ABOUT THE INCIDENT. THE NEXT DAY OUR STAFF CAME IN AND TALKED ABOUT SERGEANT OWENS AND WHAT A GREAT MAN HE WAS! THEY TALKED ABOUT HOW HE WAS ONE OF THE BEST AND HOW HE CARED DEEPLY ABOUT PROTECTING THE COMMUNITY. BEING ABLE TO SEE THE COMRADERY AMONGST THIS DEPARTMENT IS VERY HEART WARMING. I STILL CANT BELIEVE IT AT TIMES. I PRAY EVERY NIGHT FOR HIS FAMILY. I DID NOT KNOW SERGEANT OWENS PERSONALLY BUT HE MADE A HUGE IMPACT IN MY LIFE.

SERGEANT OWENS YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AS A HERO! A PERSON WHO PROTECTED LIFE AND PROPERTY DAY IN AND DAY OUT. A PERSON WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE ! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!

Recruit ANDREW FARAIMO CLASS 417
LOS ANGELES SHERIFF DEPARTMENT

October 8, 2016

I had the pleasure of meeting Officer Owen a year ago, A man by hit by a car on a bicycle, I got out to help the injured man and call Police, while the suspect was trying to steal the injured mans groceries and flee the scene.
He fled but only got less than a block away from the scene. Officer Owen took my name and info in case they needed my testimony, and thanked me for caring to stop and help.
This man was very nice and shook my hand, the extra mile so to speak.
It was my honor to have talked to Sgt Owen this day, and my heart and prayers go out to his family, friends and the Lancaster Sheriff Dept.
Rest in Peace Sgt Owen, thank you for serving our community for the past 29 years, You will not be forgotten.

Donna Flowers
Resident Lancaster Ca

October 8, 2016

Thank you is not enough.. you served your community with strength, courage and compassion for 29 years with the LASD... and more of your life was given to the youth and community beyond your duty as an officer. You gave up much during this time and now you have paid the ultimate price. I'm sorry for the pain your family must now deal with as they navigate life without you. RIP

Patti
citizen & LASD Explorer DI/friend of Tania

October 8, 2016

Your Legacy will forever be remembered. You inspire me to be what you are to this community and to this department and that is a hero.

Recuit Escamilla Carlos Escamilla
Lasd

October 8, 2016

It saddens me to know that we have lost a deputy in the line of duty. When I first heard of this tragedy I couldn't believe it. I was hearing the radio traffic and once I heard "998" on the radio, my heart started jumping and it made me want to go out there and help. Even though I never met Sgt. Owens, i still feel a great loss and can't imagine what is friends and family are going through. This really had an impact on me and makes me train even harder everyday. I heard a lot of great things about Sgt. Owen's and with a sad heart i say goodbye.

Recruit Jeronimo Class #417
Los Angeles Sheriffs Dept.

October 8, 2016

I salute you, honor you, and bless you. Exemplary service comrade. Well done. Rest now. See you on the other side brother. End of watch Steve Owens. Semper Fi.

Commander Clift
Civilian/support

October 8, 2016

I did not know Sgt. Owen well for i had only met him a handful of times being an explorer. I can say that he was the most cheerful man and had the biggest smile that could make anyone happy. I truly am sadden from this loss. As someone who planned to patrol in Lancaster, i only wish i could have got to know him better and learn from one of the best. Rest in peace Sgt. Owen for the rest of us shall take on your watch and remember you always.

-Class 417 recruit

DST, Michael Lapcheske
LASD

October 8, 2016

I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Sgt. Steve Owen. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family from mine. I hope that when I graduate from the Los Angels County Sheriffs Academy (Class 417) I will be as good as a Deputy Sheriff as he was.

Recruit Robert Ramirez
Los Angles County Sheriffs Department

October 8, 2016

We are deeply saddened of the loss of Sgt. Steven Owen. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family from mine. I hope I can become just as good as a deputy as he was when I graduate from Class 417.

Recruit Robert Ramirez
Los Angles County Sheriffs Department

October 8, 2016

When I first heard one of our deputies had been involved in a shooting I automatically hoped for the best only to find out seconds later he suffered a severe gun shot wound to the cranium. I still had hope the deputy would pull through. Hours later I learned of the deputies fate. I shifted my focus to his family and then it hit me. Although like many others death scares me, what really scares me is that I would leave my wife without a husband, my kids without a daddy, my parents without a son, my siblings without a brother, my nephews without an uncle, my peers without a partner, and my friends without a friend. I pray for his family to grieve and pull out of this devastating tragedy. Sergeant Owen will be watching over them, I'm sure of it. because I don't know that I could in the same situation.

This also re enforces my willingness to serve the public and keep the evil at bay. Many others are like me and care for their families as much as I do mine. I must do what I can to ensure their safety during their most trying of times so their loved ones may see them once again.

Sergeant Owen I did not know you personally but I only continue hearing what an amazing public seveant you were. You are what I will strive to be and hope to build legacy as strong as yours with my peers and the public I swear to protect.

Rest In Peace sir and keep a watchful eye on your family. Lack of your presence will be felt for years to come.

Recruit
Los Angeles county sheriff's department

October 8, 2016

I never had the pleasure and honor of knowing Sgt. Owens. However, from what classmates that were explorers for him and friends on the department that worked with him have shared, he was more than a deputy. He was a mentor, a teacher, a leader, and a great friend. I strongly believe that he will live on from the mark that he left as great inspirational deputy and a great leader that was willing to go out there and get the job done. He is a role model for the deputy that I one day can only dream of becoming.

Alberto Garcia
Lasd Class# 417

October 8, 2016

My condolensces to Sergeant Owen's family. Taken away from us under such terrible circumstances. Even though I never knew him personally, from what I heard I can only strive to the best of my abiliies to honor him in my future career and always keep the fire that he had burning. Thank you for all your hardwork and diligence, sir. You will not be forgotten.

Recruit Salah
LASD

October 8, 2016

My family's thoughts and prayers go out to Sgt. Owens and his family. as a DST this hits home and I would like to thank you Sir for your service. You will always be in my heart and thoughts.

DST Jaime Reyes
Los Angeles County Sheriff Department

October 8, 2016

R.I.P. Steve. We'll take it from here.

Deputy Robert Claus
LASD

October 8, 2016

RIP SGT. Owens. Thank you for your years of dedication and bravery. My prayers are with your family.

Recruit Dano Khom
LASD

October 8, 2016

RIP BROTHER

Stephen Bruet PPO II
North Carolina Department of Public Safety

October 8, 2016

I LIVED IN LANCASTER FOR YEARS, SANTA CLARITA FOR 35 YRS. I GREW UP UNDER THE LASD. ALL PROFESSIONALS WHO I RESPECT AND ADMIRE. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU READING THIS. JAYNES FAMILY

TROOPER JEFF JAYNES
ARIZONA STATE TROOPERS

October 8, 2016

GOD bless you for your service Sgt. Owen. He will be with your family and care for them and support them through this rough time. Your service will always be remembered with pride.

Retired Sgt. Charles Carty
Benton, Arkansas Police Dept

October 8, 2016

I NEVER KNEW SERGEANT STEVE OWEN BUT THIS HITS HOME DUE TO THE FACT THAT I HAVE ALSO LOST A FRIEND BY A FATAL SHOOTING. I SERVED WITH OFFICER RICARDO GALVEZ FROM DOWNEY IN IRAQ, TOGETHER WE WERE IN THE MARINE CORPS. I AM CURRENTLY IN CLASS 417 AT THE BISCAILUZ REGIONAL TRAINING FACILITY – LOS ANGELES, CA. I HAVE HEARD MANY KIND WORDS OF SGT STEVE OWEN. I HOPE WE ALL CAN FOLLOW IN YOUR FOOTSTEPS AND BE THE TYPE OF MAN YOU WERE. YOU WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS FOR YEARS TO COME.

DST STEFFEN, BRIAN
LASD CLASS #417

October 8, 2016

Sgt. Owen, my heart breaks that you gave the ultimate sacrifice; I am humbled and thankful for your service, along with all of your brothers are sisters, all heroes. To your wife, children, and family, my deepest heartfelt prayers go out to you, may the love of family and friends surround you all.

A.L. Psy.D.
CDCR

October 8, 2016

I got it from here brother. RIP

Patrolman Scott R
Warren PD

October 8, 2016