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Deputy U.S. Marshal Marcelo G. Moya

United States Department of Justice - United States Marshals Service, U.S. Government

End of Watch Tuesday, March 30, 1971

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Reflections for Deputy U.S. Marshal Marcelo G. Moya

USMS M.Moya
To the uncle I never met you passed away when I was only 4 years old You were one of the reasons I got into law enforcement. I remember as a child my mother showing me pictures of you in the military and law enforcement she was so proud of you. One of my favorites was you in your uniform standing by your patrol unit smiling and looking so regal with your partner. My mother didn’t approve of me going to the academy possibly because of what happened to you and the dangers she knew I would face along the way but she was so proud when I graduated the academy.I hope you looked down from heaven and I made you proud. Thank you for you sacrifice I’ll never forget you. After 20 years of service I have retired and it was some of the best times I ever had. Thanks for the inspiration! Rest In Peace..

Ret.Deputy Marshal D.Flores

July 17, 2021

DUSM Moya,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 30, 2021

Rest easy

Mark Mottola

March 30, 2020

Deputy Marshal Moya,
On today, the 46th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you to you and the other DUSM who was also with you in that accident for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 30, 2017

I "rode the Texas Tour" with Deputy U.S. Marshal Hilton E. Schorre back in 1970 and 1971. We would leave Corpus Christi head to Brownsville, Texas the travel to El Paso. From there we would travel on to Texarkana then back to San Antonio and finally back to Corpus Christi. Hilton was a good man and even today he is stilled missed

Sheriff Jim Kaelin
Nueces County Sheriff's Office

September 26, 2016

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 39th 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 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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 30, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends as another year passes. May they know that you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 30, 2010

"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

March 20, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 29, 2008

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

March 30, 2006

Brother Salmon,

May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Respectfully,
You’re Brothers in Blue

Untouchables Motorcycle Club

December 2, 2005

God Bless, this is the year I started my career with the USMS. I remember this day. You will not be forgotten !!! Johnny Hall 9/24/04

Deputy Johnny Hall
U.S. Marshals Service ( Retired )

September 24, 2004

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