Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 29th 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 wili always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.
Thans to your sons for sharing a son's devotion to their beloved father..

Rest In Peace

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

January 14, 2012

May our Heavenly Father bless and keep my first cousin Larry's family, his sons, and his grand-children in His tender, loving care!

Larry was one of five or so CPD police-officers in our Rourke/Vincent family. As the youngest officer in our family, he made the older ones proud. He made all of our family proud of him, in spite of some of his funny pranks when growing-up! May each of his sons, and their families, know that your dad was a wonderful, fun-loving person. As the oldest of his cousins, I watched him grow-up. I pray that his sons will turn to our Heavenly Father for comfort and wisdom as they each become the spiritual leader in their own families! God Bless!!!

Linda (Rourke) Amstutz
cousin

October 4, 2011

A true hero. Thank you for your service - Rest in Peace Sir.

Trooper
Michigan State Police

May 7, 2011

It is hard to believe it has been 28 years. Thought of you often last Friday. Miss you tons. Those that are still with us are doing well.

My wife and I are having a boy in March. I hope he looks a bit like you.

The first of many of your grandchildren I hope too.

Love you and miss you.

Jay

Jay Vincent
Son

January 18, 2011

It may be 28 years since your ultimate sacrifice but please know it will never be forgotten. Your father was also a great police officer. We of the CPD salute you.

Detective Thomas Downes
Chicago

January 10, 2011

Hi Larry,

I really miss you ... even after all these years.

Kenneth Rhoades
friend and neighbor

May 6, 2010

Miss you Dad.

Tony

January 14, 2010

Hi Dad,

It has been 27 years today since you were taken from our family. I hear stories of how great a person you were and have read articles about your accomplishments as a Police Officer. I wish I could have met you. I think about you everyday. I am very proud to be your son. I love you Dad.

Donald Larry Vincent
Son

January 14, 2010

A few of us from the class of 80-1 got together for another retirement last week. All of us, especially the group that went to 002 with you as recruits, think of you often. Continue to watch over those still serving and protecting. You are not forgotten.

Pam (Williams) Cureton
CPD - Class of 80-1

March 29, 2009

Rest in peace Officer Vincent.

P.O.
CPD-002

January 14, 2009

You can't know how often I think about you. Everytime I see or think of your sons, you are always come to mind. You would be very proud of them and what kind of men they have become.

Miss you still

Don DeLeonardis

July 2, 2008

I visited the site today to visit and see if anyone else had written something about you. It is nice to see some friends and relatives remember you in the way they have. Thanks to all who have posted a comment. For those that knew my dad and would like to reconnect with his family, feel free to contact us. I am Jay, his oldest son.

Jay Vincent
Son

April 22, 2008

25 years have passed and yet its like you left us yesterday. I remember that night and the awful phone call and then all the news coverage. You were a hero to your family before you left us and remain a true hero 25 years later. I look at your picture and I can still remember what your voice sounded like and your laugh that was by far the best laugh ever. I hope were ever you are you are keeping everyone laughing and know that one day soon we will meet again. Thank you for the sacrifice you made to keep us safe. I hope we never let you down for that would be the true crime. My Love and Respect ALWAYS!

Stacie
Niece

January 14, 2008

A quarter of a century has passed since your EOW and you have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still on patrol in the City watching over the Thin Blue Line. You are a true hero and heroes never die.

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

January 14, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 5, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 17, 2007

I turned 27 today Dad. Mom has told me many times that when I was born it was a very happy and proud day in your lives. I wish you were here to celebrate this day with me. I think about you alot and hope you are proud of me.

Tony

September 3, 2007

Larry was the short order cook, I washed the dishes, TALLY HO restaurant Ford City mall a very long time ago. Hard work low pay but a ton of fun. Ran into Larry later on the JOB still hard work low pay. Nonetheless, Larry was always positive, outgoing, a really good guy that had the attributes that every officer should have; BRAVERY, DEDICATION, INTEGRITY, HONOR. Always missed never forgotten from an old friend.

P.O. W. Pierucci
CPD old friend

June 1, 2007

Hi,

I know most of you don't know me, but my husband John is a cousin to the boys. I would like to say that you have three wonderful boys. They are some of the most loving people I have ever known. They are funny, intelligent and affectionate. My girls love to play with them.

I just attended Jason's wedding and it was wonderful. There was so much laughter and love, it was amazing. I know they were all thinking of you...you were there, people could feel it.

I look at your picture and I can see all three of them. I am sure you are as proud of them, as they are of you...

I just wanted to say something, especially after being at the wedding.....

Janet Jasunas

relative

April 20, 2007

There isn't a day that goes by that your not in my thoughts. I remember the day you were taken from us and it is just as painful.. You were a sweet and gentle uncle and a man that was full of love for his family. You left this world to soon and just know that your sons are as wonderful as you. I know that one day we will all be together again and I hope you greet us with open arms. I am and have always been proud to be your niece. I love you always.

Stacie

Stacie
Niece

February 25, 2007

Hey, Cuz,
Just found your pic and bio. here. You'd be proud of your wife and kids. We all miss you, especially your sisters. I think my husband (surprise, bet you thought it would never happen) and I think we found that old van you remodeled as a teen. You had many talents. Miss your sense of humor. Say Hi! to Gram, Gramps, your mom, and dad for us, too! God Bless!

Linda A.
cousin

February 15, 2007

REMEBERING YOUR SACRIFICE ON THIS ANNIVERSARY OF YOUR DEATH. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN OFC. VINCENT
TRUE HEROES ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN.

MEN & WOMEN OF THE NORTHEASTERN UNIV. PD
CHICAGO,IL

Nnortheastern Il UNiv. Police Dept

January 14, 2007

It will soon be 23 years that your tour of duty ended. You have not been forgotten by those that love you or that were close to you. Your name now appears on the new CPD Memorial built on the Lake Front where it is displayed with honor and dignity of a true hero. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten.

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

November 7, 2006

Rest in peace, my brother...we won't let you be forgotten

Peace Officers Memorial Foundation of Cook County Illinois

March 10, 2006

A man I never really new but by what my mother tells me of him a man I had wish I would of known. The bridge between family was broken and with you the bridge lay. There are many things you have accomplished in you short but joyus life. 3 boys that are thriving in life and enjoying it as it takes them places. your accomplishments will never be forgotten and neither will you. You live in our hearts and soul may you rest in peace and watch over your sisters, your boys and all of your friends, through good and bad times.

January 23, 2006