Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Town Marshal Peterson,
On today, the 110th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mesa. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 12, 2023

On the 108th anniversary of your death, may you rest in peace.

Jack Smith
Civilian

November 11, 2021

RIP sir, you will never be forgotten.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired.
New York State Police - Troop D

August 5, 2020

It has been 105 years since the death of this great man's selfless sacrifice. May all officers show the courage and bravery he showed. Let them also be blessed to not have to give what he gave.

Thank you Town Marshal Hyram Smith Peterson.

Sgt. Blaine Waters
Mesa Police Department

November 12, 2018

Marshal Peterson,
On today, the 102nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mesa.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 12, 2015

Marshal Peterson,
Sir, even though it has been 99 years since your End of Watch, you are still honored and remembered. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mesa.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 4, 2012

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

November 12, 2012

Thank you for your service. I am a 4th generation cop. It started in 1922. We have 4 young ones waiting to carry on. Families like mine, honor you. RIP.

Sgt. B. Burton
FWPD Indiana

February 18, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 96th 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.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

November 12, 2009

Marshal Peterson,
On today, the 95th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mesa. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

November 12, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service.

Pat VanDenBerghe
manchester, Nh

November 26, 2007

"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

July 26, 2007

Your parents were Mormon Pioneers who sacrificed much to come to Utah. You served your church by scouting out new areas for settlement in Arizona and Mexico. You were always the hero to your wife and children and will forever be the hero to your posterity.

It was said of Hyrum Smith Peterson that he had “faced his murderers as he faced his duties.” And, “there could be no more noble end than laying down one’s life in the defense of his family, his people, and his city.”

Gone too soon but left behind a grand posterity. You are someone to be admired for your bravery and sacrifice.

Anjanette Lofgren
3rd Great Granddaughter

July 1, 2007

Rest in Peace, Marshal Peterson. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

March 14, 2007

Brother Peterson,

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 LE Motorcycle Club

January 19, 2006

never forgoten

December 18, 2004