Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Cpl. Armstrong,
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 Dothan. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 19, 2015

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 27th 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.

Time never dimishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered.. I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace today.

Rest In Peace

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

January 19, 2012

Cpl Armstrong
You are a true hero.
Please keep a watchful eye on us.
Fraternally

Sgt Mike Edes
Maine State Police

August 8, 2009

Cpl. Armstrong,
Sir, On today, the 24th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Dothan. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

January 19, 2009

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 11, 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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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

November 12, 2007

Robert,

No greater love hath any man, then to give your life for another. I am so proud to have served with you and the gang during those early years in Dothan. God bless you and your family for your sacrifice.

LTC Jimmy Riddle

LTC Jimmy Riddle
Served with Robert, Dothan Pd

March 13, 2007

As we approach the anniversary of his death, we pause to honor the memory of Corporal Armstrong and to acknowledge his ultimate sacrifice.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of his surviving family members. May God comfort and keep each of you.

Major D.W. Warren
Montgomery Police Dept. - Montgomery, AL

January 12, 2007

Rest in Peace, Corporal Armstrong. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 22, 2006

Happy 30th Anniversary! Let's go to the Key's. You are missed!

wife

February 8, 2006

After 21 years, his old lady wife and his daughter (who just turned 22)and never really knew him still miss this man he was a good person. He cared so much about people. Bob we love you! We hope you are resting in peace. Miss you!
Love,
Kathi

This wonderful man was my husband
none

January 19, 2006

Brother Armstrong,

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

December 13, 2005

20 YEARS AGO AMERICA LOST A HERO..CPL ARMSTRONG WAS TRYING TO GET D.U.I.'S OFF THE ROAD AND KEEP THE PUBLIC SAFE, WHEN HE WAS TAKEN BY A DRUNK DRIVER. HOW IRONIC. BUT HE STILL DID HIS JOB AND DIED A HERO. WE SALUTE YOU SIR. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

SGT.W. M. RILEY
ARAGON GA POLICE DEPARTMENT

November 14, 2005

I came to Dothan P.D. fourteen years after Corporal Armstrong's death and had never met him. I sure it would have been an honor to serve with him and we are all reminded of him when we enter the front of the building to see his photo proudly displayed.

officer tim ellison
dothan police dept