Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thinking of your and all of your loved ones today. I know that your memory is carried in the hearts by all those that love your dearly. They will never let you beforgotten. True heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones, protect them from harm. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

October 29, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the twenty-first 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.

I was shocked to read that after 4 juries found your murderer guilty, a fifth jury acquitted him. What a travesty of justice, and what an ordeal for your family that they had to endure five trials.

Cassie, I am sure that your father is proud that you continue his legacy of protecting and serving. I know that the hurt of losing a beloved never goes away...both the pain and the pride are forever. I pray for solace for all those who loved him.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

October 29, 2009

As I signed onto my shift yesterday I had tears in my eyes but so much pride in my heart! I am a Law Enforcement Officer but deep down I'm still your little girl who misses you so very much. Not a day goes by that Andrew does not ask me to tell him about his "Papa Geroge". Its the nightly bed time story that's always followed by his sweet voice asking you to keep watch over the two of us.
Daddy, Thank You for loving me and for believing in me. It's because of your kidness yet strong will that I'm who I am today. God will be the Judge of your killer and I know that in time he will face his maker. Each day that I perform my law enforcement duties I do so knowing that you are still alive in me and together we will carry on this tradition.

My Dad My Hero forever you will be.

Investigator / Cassie Radford
Richland County Sheriff's Department/ Daughter

October 30, 2008

Trooper Radford you are a hero. Thank you for your service to the citizens of South Carolina. It has been 20 years since the end of your watch and you have not been forgotten. May God continue to bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

October 29, 2008

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

February 9, 2008

S C H P - my first true love regarding my childhood dreams of becoming a cop. Perhaps, I thought that one day I would be as USMC/SCHP Israel Brooks (RIP).

I was happy to hear that there was a move to rename a portion of a highway, as well as the Marloboro County SCHP Office in memory of Trooper Radford.

Trooper Radford, may You Rest - In - Peace.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

October 29, 2007

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

This writer is very disappointed that the justice served was taken away from you.

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

October 29, 2007

19 yrs. ago you were taken away from your family & friends. You will never be forgotten!

Ret. PO
City of Miami PD Fla.

October 29, 2007

Heros are never forgotten. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

October 29, 2007

Though I was just a youngster when I first met Radford and heard of his tragic death, I always remember him. He was a great person and great at what he did. He will never be forgotten. He is the reason I pursued a career in law enforcement, and even at my oral interview, I stated that he was the reason I became interested in law enforcement. God bless you Radford and may you rest in piece.
With love...
Police Officer Miller

PO Miller
FPD

October 17, 2007

I never met Tpr.Radford personally,but as a result of reading about this incident in the paper,I applied with the S.C.H.P.in 1988 and was hired in 1989.I'm still with the Patrol and have never forgotten this Trooper's sacrifice.My prayers are with Tpr.Radford's family.

CPL. D.K.CUSACK
S.C.H.P.

September 3, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept.

July 11, 2007

Daddy,

My legacy will not be determined by the stripes upon my sleeve but by the manner in which I perform my Law Enforcement duties and the content of my character.

I wear my uniform with great pride just as you did. Thank you for all that you taught me and for watching over me each day.

Untill we meet again,
Cassie

Deputy Cassie Radford
Daughter\ Richland County sheriffs Department

April 19, 2007

Trooper Radford,

On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sense we pay tribute to your spirit. Tonight the Evening Watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department’s North Precinct will hit the street in your honor. Please watch over us as we continue your fine work.

For the entire shift,
Sergeant V.T. Rosen

Sergeant V.T. Rosen
Henry County Police Department

October 29, 2006

George, Just to let you know that I will always think you as well as Chuck and Gene I know you greeted them with open arms, I know God meet you and said well done....

Sgt. E.C. Butch Liles Ret.
SCHP

June 19, 2006

FIRST I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THAT GOD IS WATCHING OVER THE LOVED ONES YOU LEFT BEHIND AND THAT YOU DID NOT DIE IN VAIN.OUR JUSTICE SYSTEM DROPPED THE BALL IN THIS CASE. BUT I TRULY BELIEVE THAT THE SUSPECT OUT OF THIS WILL GET HIS ONE DAY BECAUSE WHEN GOD SAYS VENGEANCE IS HIS TRUST ME IT TRULY IS!!!R.I.P TROOPER RADFORD A TRUE HERO!!!

DET. LAWRENCE GAUTHNEY
COLUMBUS POLICE DEPT.

April 14, 2006

R I P HERO!

Tpr.
MA STATE POLICE

October 29, 2005

The person who did this will burn forever in the pitts of hell for what he has done no matter what a jury decides. He deserves worse!..God bless Trooper Radford and his Family

Deputy Sheriff

October 12, 2005

I know that he would be proud of his little girl beacuse I am very proud of her also even after all that she has been through she never gave up on any thing she is a true strong fighter.
8-20-05

A friend

August 20, 2005

Troop,
I don't know what to say other than Thank you from a gratful resident of SC and a grateful citizen of our great nation to which you served.

Thank you and know that "Heros Live Forever".......

God Speed Brother..Until we meet with God for the "Big" roll call...

Fellow LEO

August 18, 2005

I know you will be filled with pride as you look down upon your sweet daughter this month as she graduates the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy. Those of us fortunate enough to know her are grateful to you for not only YOUR sacrifice but for the legacy you have left behind in her. May you rest in peace my brother.

Law Enforcement Brother
South Carolina

August 5, 2005

My brother in Law Enforcement
I remember this tragic event and you and your family will always be in my heart. To a fallen HERO Trooper George Radford GOD Bless you and your family.
Greg Walker
Marion County Sheriff's Office

DEPUTY GREG WALKER
Marion County Sheriff's Office

July 24, 2005

I'll keep it simple. We were soldiers (Vietnam). We were Troopers (S.C.H.P.).We were pals. WE WERE BROTHERS! I miss you and I will never forget you EVER!

Sgt. William R. Griffith Jr. (Ret.)
S.C.H.P.

April 28, 2005

Trooper Radford,

The one who took your life might walk free on earth, but his day of judgement is yet to come, for God's Wrath is one you can't escape. God Bless You and you will never be forgotten....

Officer
North Carolina

April 1, 2004

10-29-03, MY BROTHER, IT SADDENS MY HEART EACH TIME I THINK OF YOUR KILLER WALKING FREE. WHAT A TERRIBLE MISCARRIAGE OF JUSTICE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU, AND CONTINUE TO BLESS YOUR WIFE AND FAMILY, ALSO BLESS YOUR FELLOW BROTHERS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT. SOME DAY, THE ALMIGHTY JUDGE WILL GIVE A FAIR AND BALANCED SENTENCE ON YOUR KILLER. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RETIRED
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

October 29, 2003