Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

RIP peace Hero! You are not forgotten!

Former Sheriff's Deputy
Marion Co. Sheriff's Dept., Indianapolis, IN

April 26, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 40th 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.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your family and friends for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 24, 2012

your daughters are doing a great job keeping that scum in jail. throw away the key and let him rot in jail

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October 25, 2011

When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge - Proverbs 14:32.

You are not forgotten. My heart aches for all you missed in the life of your daughter.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

February 24, 2011

We all had the high school buddy who you did everything with (some for the first time - like the first beer and the first cigarette)and shared all your thoughts with. Tom was that guy for me. His memory is still as fresh today as it was 38 years ago. While I know someday I'll get to see him again and laugh as we share the same stories over and over, my heart still aches everytime his memory comes to mind. Miss you a lot bud.

Ryan Phillips
High School Buddy

March 19, 2010

Semper Fi Floyd, I too served in Nam in the Corps and a career Police Officer. I saw you on ODMP and have seen others who fought the fight only to die here needlessly.
I will join you and our Band of Brothers someday, Rest Eternal Devil Dog.

SPOIII Ken Hancock
Charlotte-Meck PD, NC

November 4, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother

Deputy
Henry Co. Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)

February 24, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION, ALSO THANK Y0U FOR YOUR MILITARY SERVICE. YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSIONS YOU CHOSE, GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 19, 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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

July 31, 2007

Tom
Think about you everytime I pass through Cumberland, you are not forgotten.

Det/Sgt Steve Sims(retired)
Marion County Sheriff

March 6, 2007

I had the honor of serving with Tom prior to his death, I know GOD is watching over him and his family. You are not forgotten

Capt Cliff Durham
MCSD

November 15, 2006

Just know that you are not forgotten, not today and not tomorrow.

Marion County Sheriff's Dept

January 6, 2006

Gio, you and your family are in my thoughts. Keep strong. You are just like your uncle, brave.

Diane

January 3, 2006

To this Deputy's family.....I am glorified by the strength shown by Deputy Settle's family and co-workers who are fighting to keep the killer behind bars. It shows the world that your loved one is NOT forgotten in any way, shape, or form. I am touched by the daughter of this brave man. Even though she never met him.....she shows her love for her father. The current Sheriff shows his determination to see to it that justice continues to be served.

I have nothing but respect for all of you....except the killer of course.

I hope the the Indiana Parole Board heard you all.

I have family in Indianapolis.....you are protecting my people, too.

THANKS!!!!!

S. A. Wilson

January 3, 2006

Dad, You never got the opportunity to meet me, but I know you in my heart and remind your grandchildren everyday what a hero their grandpa was. Each day I look at your picture and medals displyed on my wall and hope that I am making you as proud of me as I am of you. I stand taller knowing that I am your daughter. You will never be forgotten. All my love dad!

your daughter

May 12, 2005

05/20/04

Each day I try to read the ODMP. Today I read your story. Any officer who dies in the line of duty will always be remembered for his sacrifice. You died a hero. Rest in peace Deputy Settles.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.

May 20, 2004

It has been over thirty years... But I never knew Tom, But I was thinking of him today... as we approach National Peace Officers' Memorial Day.

Anonymous

You live on.

Dep
MCSD