Officer Patrick Kent Hardesty Tucson Police Department Arizona Monday, May 26, 2003  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 72 of 73 of 74 of 75 of 76 of 77 of 7

I was a former Marine that worked 1st platoon (Military Police) at Camp Pendleton,Ca. I shared the same days off with his platoon and many are my friends today. "LT" was loved not just by his troops, but by the troops of other platoons! My fondest memory was meeting Lt. Hardesty,SSGT.,and a Cpl. at the Main Gate for a Mtn. bike ride to the north of the base. Being a Lcpl. I was excited that he had invited me to ride along. I was told to keep quiet by the Ssgt. in fear of getting in trouble for hanging with an Officer/Nco's on my day off. We ate lunch at Denny's and arrived back at the main gate at dark. This bike ride was during the summer hours so needless to say it was a long day. I could barely walk the next day because of all the miles we had put on those mountain bikes! LOL! I think we were all sore! The day went by fast, and to this day it is the longest bike ride I ever completed. I will never forget Lt. Hardesty and the type of man he was! He is gone but not forgotten! My condolences to his family and close friends! Semper Fi LT! Rest in Peace my brother in arms!

Trp. Denney Wayne Mitchell
Tennessee Highway Patrol/Special Ops. Unit
2009-11-17

Pat...Was just thinking about you and our funny Marine Corps days at PMO, Pendleton, the morning briefs and LtCol Anthony. Pat, you were a good man, with a big heart, and would do anything for your fellow Marine! Semper Fi Lt....

Anonymous

2009-11-01

Pat, I just got home from my shift for you. Can't say it was a great day, like you used to tell us, but it was an ok day to be a crime fighter. Hope you're doing ok up there. You sure are missed here. Take care bro.

Officer
Tucson Police
2009-05-27

On the 6th anniversary of Officer Hardesty's death, we honored his service in our patrol briefing by reading his entry from ODMP. Each day, we honor one fallen officer on the anniversary of their death so as to keep them in our thoughts, and also to remind us of the dangers inherent in our job. Officer Hardesty is not forgotten.

Sergeant Zach Perron
Palo Alto (CA) Police Department
2009-05-26

Just want to let you know that you've not been forgotten on this 6th anniversary.

Anonymous

2009-05-26

Your heroism and service is honored today, the sixth 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. He was also your brother in green as well as blue so I must say to tou, Semper Fi.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

2009-05-26

You are not forgotten, Officer Hardesty. Thank you for everything that you did and know that your memory lives on in so many lives and always will.

Anonymous

2009-03-21

Hello, my name is Mike. I served with Pat in the USMC during 1986 in England. I was notified by a fellow Marine of this website. He was a great person. I learned alot from him, and with him. He will be missed.
Respectfully,
Mike Boltres

Mike Boltres
USMC
2008-12-31

REST IN PEACE. YOU ARE TRULY MISSED.

-HERNANDEZ

CO HERNANDEZ

2008-07-02

A TUCSON POLICE OFFICER WAS SHOT AND KILLED TODAY. WELCOME HIM WITH OPEN ARMS, AND PLEASE KEEP AN EYE ON US. GOD KNOWS WE NEED IT...

OFFICER
TUCSON POLICE
2008-06-02

Devil Dawg:

Yep - PMO still chases me out of the MCB Camp Pendleton restricted beach areas, where I have been illegally surfing, since 1983....hehehehehehe

I still call Tucson "Tuk Son," and I may just stop by there on my way to the Prescott Rodeo.

This being Memorial Day, I hope that You are keeping those other Jarheads up in Heaven, in - line.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD
2008-05-26

Officer Hardesty,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your murder, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community but also for our Country when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine

Anonymous

2008-05-26

On this day we remember you, for all that you have done and everything you stood for...gone but not forgotten you are forever in our hearts. Thank you.

A sister in blue
TPD
2008-05-26

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

Officer 11169

2008-05-19

"WAH HAH" SIR! YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. THANK YOU
FOR YOUR OUTSTANDING SERVICE. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

CPL C.D. "SYKO" LEGRAND
USMC
2008-05-14

Rest in peace! Marine!

Police Corporal Matt Lyons (Historian)
Oceanside Police Department, Cal
2008-01-21

Thank you for serving and I hope you and all of our soldiers and policemen are together as brothers in heaven.

Angela Kang

2007-11-10

I was assigned to provide security during your murder’s trial. I sat and listened to the evidence. I sat and saw your family in their time of deepest loss. I sat and watched as your murderer hoped to get away with his deed.

During the opening statements of the trial, the State Prosecutor played the type of your final moments on the Police radio. When the Officer who found your body was asked of your condition by the radio dispatch operator, his only transmission was “He’s 10-7.” There was a moment of silence on the radio and then the dispatch operator stated “10-4 officer is 10-7.) The Prosecutor then stopped the tape and the courtroom was completely silent.

I was there when the defendent was found guilty and also when he was sentenced to die. I never want to wish ill on any person but justice was handed down that day.

I pray for your family and their healing.

Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice.

Training Officer Rico Valencia
Pima County Sheriff
2007-08-10

"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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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-08-01

Hard to believe it's been four years ago today. Here I sit at work and still think you'll burst in telling us all how great the day is and brighten our day. I make sure that I work every May 26th for you, even wearing the uniform that I loaned you that day you needed one for pictures. I hope you are doing well up there. It goes without saying that you're missed bro. Take care Pat.

Reserve Officer
Tucson Police
2007-05-26

Pat,

Still see that billboard up there with your name on it. Still see the pain and pride it brings. Still think about that fateful day.

Keep it safe up there for us. We will keep it safe down here for everyone else.

Officer
Tucson Police Department
2007-03-22

Its 3 1/2 years later, and just like you used to say, it's still a great day to be a crimefighter. We never forget and I think about your sacrifice all the time.

Officer
Tucson Police Officer
2007-01-27

Pat,

At this time of Thanksgiving I am proud and thankful that I knew you and had the chance to work with you. Each time I come to work I am reminded of your sacrifice and your dedication and I am inspired by it. You are gone but absolutely never forgotten.

Officer Charles Pickard
TUCSON POLICE DEPARTMENT
2006-11-23

Rest in Peace Marine!

Matt Lyons
Retired Marine MP/CID
2006-08-19

Pat,
I just wanted to let you know that I was thingking about you. Take care brother and say "HI" to Tim and Scott for me.

Dep. K.S. Dabb
Pima County S.D.
2006-07-15