Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Carpenter,
On today, the 60th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Austin. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 30, 2024

Rest in peace Officer Carpenter.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 17, 2021

Daddy,
I have always missed you, but since Mama died the feeling is greater. My kids are growing their families and have these remarkable lives to live. Don Michael is your name sake. He has two children and a wife that loves him and takes care of him. He served our country for 8 years and is now learning a brand new vocation. He's not afraid to put himself out there, just as I imagine you had no fear in service...its just what you did and it came from your heart. Aaron is a sweet, genuine person. My mother in law says there is nothing fake about him and she's right. He has an excellent work ethic and studied criminal justice for a while. He's expecting his first kiddo, which would make you Great Grandpa to 4! Bekah is my baby. The princess and ruler of the roost. She's a mighty defender and one you need in your corner! She has so many gifts, I can't wait to see how she grows them. She's a momma and going to be a wife soon. I wish you and Momma were here to celebrate with us on earth....I have a feeling that I'll see a pair of cardinals on her wedding day though.

Love you always,
Donna

Donna

March 29, 2018

Hey Grandpa, it's your granddaughter Rebekah. I never had the amazing pleasure to get to know you, but I just want you to know that I know you are an amazing man who did so much for his family and his community. My mom was always so good about telling us stories about you, stories she was told, and I'm just beyond honored to be able to say that you are my grandfather. I have a 4 year old son who I know would have LOVED to meet you. Grandma is so cute with him, and whenever we go visit he brings a light to her eye, the same light I imagine you would have. I love you so much grandpa and you will NEVER be forgotten.

Rebekah Aleman
Granddaughter

May 5, 2016

My Dad and Don use to be good friends and our families use to get together back then, I was 6 years old when this happened and as Don and my Dad were my heroes this scared me very much. To this day I still have the same reaction when an officer is killed in the line of duty. I was and still am very sorry for his loss. The world lost a great man.

David Eastman
son of fellow officer (Harry Eastman)

May 11, 2015

Hey Grandpa this your grandson Aaron, just wanted to let you know that I love you and how grateful I am to have a grandfather like you to know i am your grandson brings me great joy. I am going to follow your footsteps n hopefully one day be the officer and person you are cant wait to finally meet you face to face love you

Aaron Aleman
Grandson

January 30, 2014

Your heroism and service is honored today, the forty- eighth 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 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 Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 30, 2012

Dad,
I cannot tell you how much we miss you. APD placed a memorial near the site here you were shot. It is beautiful and appropriately enough it was placed on your birthday. There were many people there and we got to meet your partner Bobby Sides. He told us the story about the night you were shot and I have to say that it brought peace to me....I love and miss you every day. You will never be forgotten.
Donna

Daughter, Donna Aleman
Daughter

May 23, 2011

Officer Carpenter,
Sir, on today the 47th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Austin. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

January 30, 2011

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 27, 2008

You are a hero and an inspiration to our class. It has been our honor to learn about you and your story. God Bless...

111th Cadet Class
APD

February 12, 2006

May St. Michael the Archangel accompany your loved one in heaven and let perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.

LOM Catholic Ministry
Austin, TX

December 22, 2005

Your sacrifice shall not be forgotten, Rest In Peace. God Bless.

Police Officer
Chicago Police Dept.

November 15, 2004

GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN, THAN THE MAN WHO WOULD LAY DOWN HIS LIFE FOR HIS FRIENDS. MAY GOD GRANT YOUR FAMILY PEACE AND COMFORT KNOWING YOU ARE YOUR BROTHERS KEEPER.

APD

August 12, 2004