Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Condolences to his family

Carson loveless

April 29, 2024

Lt. Atwell,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 7, 2022

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute

S. I. Drake - Lt/IPD | IMPD (Ret)

November 7, 2021

Rest in peace Lt. Atwell.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 10, 2021

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute

S. I. Drake - Lt/IPD | IMPD (Ret)

November 7, 2020

Lt.Robert Atwell was my uncle he is missed and loved!

Kevin Bruce
Nephew

February 7, 2020

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute

S. I. Drake - Lt/IPD | IMPD (Ret)

November 7, 2019

My grandmas big brother

Kevin j Bruce Jr
Great nephew

September 18, 2019

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute!

S. I. Drake - Lt/IPD | IMPD (Ret)
Indianapolis Police

November 6, 2018

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute!

S. I. Drake, Lt/IPD-IMPD (Ret)
Indianapolis Police

November 6, 2017

NEVER FORGOTTEN!
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Monica Zahasky
Cops Cycling for Survivors

November 2, 2017

As that terrible day in 1972 approaches the vivid memories come rushing back. You were the life of our family, always smiling, always loving. Rest in peace, dear cousin. We will be together one day.

Sarah Hendrix
1st cousin

October 27, 2017

My cousin Bobby. I think of you often and mentioned you today.

Nancy Switzer Bueno

September 30, 2017

Eternal Rest

S. I. Drake, Lt/IPD-IMPD (Ret)
Indianapolis Police

November 7, 2016

Eternal Rest

S. I. Drake, Lt/IPD (Ret)
Indianapolis Police

November 6, 2014

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

November 2, 2013

Eternal Rest

S. I. Drake, Lt/IPD (Ret)
Indianapolis Police

November 2, 2013

RIP peace Hero! You are not forgotten!

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

April 26, 2013

Never knew my cousin Bob, but think of him often and the men and women who dedicate their lives to keep us safe.

Mark Dewey
cousin

December 29, 2011

My Uncle Bob you are with my Mother your sister and your sister Kay and your brother Kenny. You are missed so much. I often go to your resting place to say hi. You were my hero when I was little and still are. Your family will never forget you. Rest In Peace.

Kevin Bruce
Nephew

December 13, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 38th 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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

November 6, 2010

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

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

October 30, 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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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

July 31, 2007

I had the honor of working with you, and all of your family on the department, Ron, Kenny, Bill, and Larry and I know you are sadly missed by all.

Cliff Durham
Capt. MCSD

Capt. Cliff Durham
MCSD

November 15, 2006

You are always in my heart. I think of you everyday and I miss you so much.

Kathy
daughter

August 16, 2006