Gainesville Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, August 2, 1931
Reflections for Officer William Edward Johns
I'll never understand the pardon, but Officer Johns, thank you for your service and today we take the time to remind you and your family that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your LE brethren. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
July 24, 2020
Rest in Peace Police Offi.cer William Edward Johns Thank You for your Service and Sacrifice.
I Pray for Peace for your Family, Friends and Co-Workers. I also Pray that the hounds of hell forever gnaw on the soul of your murderer. May his screams of anguish rise up from the grave as he is consumed in the lake of fire.
Amen.
Senior Special Agent B.L. Sherwood (Ret)
Port Terminal Railroad Police Houston, TX
July 24, 2016
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 82nd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. 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 Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
January 26, 2013
On the 76th anniversary of your tragic murder, I salute you, sir. I don't if time has made it any easier on your family and friends. However, I hope everyone will take comfort in knowing that you will NEVER be forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero!
SGT Mark Hanna, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD
August 2, 2007
It's been 74 years today since your passing. You will always be remembered as a true American hero.
May God keep safe from harm the men and women of the Gainesville Police Department.
Patrolman Doug Hutchison
Irving Police Department, Texas, retired.
August 2, 2005
not forgotten
July 24, 2005
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