Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You are not forgotten.

Police Officer/Retired
LAPD

January 17, 2014

We have not forgotten you sir.

Officer J.Jaynes
Arizona Highway Patrol

April 23, 2013

San Fernando court, circa 1980's (?). Waiting for our cases in the tiny officers' room in back. Never could win a card game from this guy! Every time I pass s/b 14 at the 5 I see his memorial sign. LAPD: one of the finest agencies in California.

Tim Liddell
CA Hwy Patrol, retired

November 23, 2012

Officer Clarence Dean,
Thank you for being a police officer. I am sorry about your accident, that must have been scarry for you to fall all that way and I'm sure it hurt so bad, but I hope it went fast, and I know you were taken to heaven right away. I lived in Utah at the time in 1994, but I moved to the San Fernando Valley in 2006 and I heard about you. When I drove by that freeway to this day I still think about you and when when I see other police officers. My sister died in 2011 in Simi Valley, so maybe you know each other in heaven. I miss her. Im sure you miss living in CAlifornia, yet maybe you are doing some kind of police service in heaven some how. Thanks for this website and take care. God Bless. Sharon

Sharon Jacobs

November 20, 2012

In reference to John "JJ" Leonard's story...this story is still told today whenever Guy or somebody who knew Wayne is talking about him and the crazy things he used to do. Hearing the story always makes me smile, so sad I never had the honor of meeting him. What I can say is that I am pretty sure I'm married to a man that takes right after him.

Kimberly Dean
Daughter-in-law

April 13, 2012

Worked Valley Traffic Div with Dean "Dizzy Dean", a Marine, and a great guy. Just before his 'accident' Dean was light duty in the office. A special order came out that stated all personel had to be in uniform. Dean replied that he had no citizen contact but supervision remained firm. Wayne complied and wore his uniform with one exception, he wore white tennis shoes, because of injuries he could not wear dress shoes. A supervisor noted this, and personally told Wayne 'he could not wear white shoes' in uniform. Dean complied, said okay. At lunch time, Dean went out, purchased a can of black spray paint and spray-painted his white tennis shoes black. When I retired 4 years ago, his 'black' tennis shoes were still hanging mounted on a plaque! God Bless you Wayne...Dean. I'm sure you're on duty guarding the streets in Heaven!

MotorOfficer/PoliceMAN John "JJ" Leonard
LAPD-VTD

March 6, 2012

RIP to the father-in-law I never got the priviledge to meet. 18 years later and you are missed as much today as the day you left us! Guy tells stories of the silly things you used to do to your grand daughters who think of you as a hero!

Kimberly Dean
Daughter-in-law

January 18, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 18th 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.

Your memory will always be honored and revered for time never diminishes respect. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 17, 2012

I was recently hired as a police explore for a department in OC, when I learned of your death. 18 years later you are still remembered and you will not be forgotten.

I was thinking about your passing just yesterday and not realizing, today was the anniversary of your passing. Thank your sir, for your sacrifice.

Rest in peace, my brother.

C. Gutierrez
Lakeway PD, TX.

January 17, 2012

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

Officer 11169

January 14, 2012

You are not forgotten, I remember that day. God bless you.

Officer Jeff Jaynes
Arizona Highway patrol

January 12, 2012

Motor Officer Dean,
Your service and committment to your community is above reproach. My son is 3 weeks away from graduating from the LAPD academy and my daughter is with Customs and Border Protection. Please watch over both of them from your beat in heaven. I know exactly how much you loved riding your MOTOR and I thank you for your service. I worked on the CHP in the LA area for many years and had the highest respect for LAPD especially the officers that rode motors. You belong to one of the best motor units in the world. Semper Fi motorman and thank you.....

State Traffic Officer #7185 Mike Becze
California Highway Patrol

January 4, 2011

I remember the day of your passing as I watched the news from my house. I had only been on a mere 3 years but I was struck by your dedication as you tried to make your way into a terrible situation and lend help. I later became a Motor myself and came to know the brotherhood. Your sacrafice has not been forgotten. From what I've read you were a great officer and we all lost something the day you were taken from us. Rest in Peace Officer Dean.

PO Adam Carpenter
Las Vegas Metro P.D./ Laughlin Sub.

July 11, 2010

Officer Dean passed my Northrop van pool on the morning of the earthquake. We decided to turn around and go back to Lancaster and not report to work that day. I then heard of his tragic death on the news. Im sorry it took me so long to pay my respects. This man was a true hero, and his family can be proud of him. Officer Jeff Jaynes-Arizona Highway Patrol. Santa Clarita resident for 35 years.

Officer Jeff Jaynes
Arizona Highway Patrol

July 3, 2010

Hi, Wayne. It's been a very long time since we said goodbye to you. I think about you all the time and still miss you a lot, especially your wicked sense of humor. Keep 'em laughing, my "Born to be Wild" friend. We still have the watch down here.

Pam Hall
LAPD Reserve, Retired

March 9, 2010

Guy and Traci;
Hard to believe it's been over 16 years since your dad been gone. The recent event in Haiti got our family thinking about him. As next-door neighbors when you lived in Simi Valley, your dad always had an amazing way with my kids. I remember when my son would get him to lean down so he could pretend to touch his tie clip but he'd touch your dad's nose instead. Your dad would pick my son up, (now remember he has on his full uniform, mirror glasses and helmet), and he'd pretend like he was real mad about being fooled, but he'd take off the helmet, place it on the handlebar of that Kawasaki, and give Jay the biggest hug.
We all miss him like it was yesterday.
Our best to you as always.

Chuck Steinberg
Friend

January 28, 2010

Know that many are thinking of you today.

RIP Ofc. Dean...

Steve Johanson

January 17, 2010

Continue to watch over us as we ride,

Motor brothers forever-

Master Police Officer Justin Fleming
High Point Police Dept NC- Motor Unit

June 3, 2009

Hi Wayne.
Not a year goes by without thinking and laughing about something you said. You touched many people in your career and I am gratful for knowing you. My wife and I just celebrated 25 years together as you were one of my ushers. Wish you could have been there making us all laugh as you always did.

Dep. Dan Throckmorton
LASD

March 20, 2009

I have experienced many earthquakes, but this one was the worst. To help calm the fears of Los Angeles residents, I agreed to participate in a local radio show.

I had remarked on-air, how Thank God that it was Martin Luther King Day. So many had been home on a day off, rather than traveling to work on the freeways. Then, I watched live footage as citizens pointed down to "C. W." and his motorcycle(some footage I still have).

Typical of the Men and Women of the LAPD, "C.W." chose to try and make it in to work, to help his fellow Valley Bureau cohorts, assist citizens affected in the Valley. Today, a portion of that freeway is named in honor of "C.W." It saddens me a bit each time I pass that sign, but it also gives me a sense of pride to know that I served on a police department with a Motor Cop, who rather than stay at home and be concerned about personal issues, "C.W." chose to report in for duty.

May You Rest-In-Peace.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

January 17, 2008

Sir,

I remember this day like it was yesterday, as I lived in Granada Hills (about 5 miles from epicenter) at the time.

While my wife and I were sifting through what was left of our belongings, we heard about your death.

It brought home the the reality that no matter what earthly possessions we may had lost at the time, others had given FAR more.

Deputy Joseph Abercromby
Los Angeles Sheriff's Department

January 17, 2008

So many years ago but it only seems like yesterday in our memories. Just a note to say you are not forgotten on this anniversary.

A DEPUTY
LASD

January 17, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 6, 2008

The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

December 1, 2007

I was listening to a talk radio show tonight and they spoke of you and the night you were taken from us. I thought you would like to know.

Officer RM Taylor
US DoJ

October 16, 2007