Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will always be remembered. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 13, 2020

Precious in the sight of the Lord
Is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15

Chief Kevin Hoban
Mesilla Fire Department

May 15, 2020

Rest in peace Sergeant Richmond.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 23, 2019

Rest in peace.

Lt. Jim Russo

July 13, 2018

Sgt. Richmond,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mesilla. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

July 13, 2018

Sergeant Richmond - I read of your history in the Town of Mesilla, The guy that did this to you will never get out of Prison, God speed my friend, and Rest in Peace.

Keith D. Miller, Deputy Warden
NMCD

February 23, 2018

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 25th anniversary year 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.

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

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Thanks to your family for sharing their devotion to you through their reflections.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater

January 7, 2013

Sgt. Richmond,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your murder, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mesilla. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Borderland resident

Anonymous

July 13, 2008

"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

December 17, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Sergeant Richmond and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Sergeant Richmond has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family and friends of Sergeant Richmond, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Sergeant Richmond is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

SA Thomas Doyle
FBI New York City

March 9, 2007

Dear Richmond family:

Thank you for the kind words you left on my husband's site.

I wanted to take a moment to reach out to you and tell you that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you begin another New Year without your wonderful husband and father. Please know that he is not forgotten.

Sergeant Richmond, thank you for your service and sacrifice. May God bless you and may you rest in peace, Blue Angel.

Carin E. Sollman
widow of Easton Police Officer Jesse E. Sollman, EOW 3/25/05

January 9, 2006

God bless you and thank you for your service. May you forever rest in peace Brother.

Officer Scott Lundegren
Yarmouth Police Dept., MA

July 22, 2004

Dad-
You are the spirit that dwells within me. You are with me everyday, and part of who I am. I will never loose you, for I carry you with me. I trust the voice that speaks deep within me, for I know it is you. I cry out to you, then sit in silence...I can feel you speaking in my heart. Shh, listen "I love you too sweatheart," I can still hear you say.
I love you Daddy, please don't ever go away.
Donna (Third child, second daughter)

Hey, "D"

Just me, wanting to tell you that I think about you all the time........Take care of you.........my thoughts and prayers are always with you.........We will always be "ONE" no matter what other hurdles, life puts up in front of us..........
"S"