Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Steve you are missed and I think of you often! We had just come to know one another the summer prior to your death. I ever will forget being called to assist you on the night of your untimely death.
Some how the premonition I had at our briefing prior to the warrant service would come to pass and the incident would be with me for the remainder of my 39 years with ISP as well as my life.
Lord knows I tried to give aid in what was a hopeless situation and the most important thing I could do was comfort you, talk to you and tell you to hang on, you’ll be okay and not leave you alone.
I can’t help but think my entire 42 years with ISP, some how you were with me watching my six.

Rest easy and well my friend! Once a trooper, always a trooper….

M/Trp. Joseph Dixon P 3982
Indiana State Police

June 26, 2024

I was also working drug dealers and had the occasion to work with Bailey, the defendant had already violated probation in Fountain County and was allowed to be set free to continue his crime spree. That defendant should have never been out of jail during that time. So sorry he was so young at the time.

Sgt. Bill Peevler
Indiana State Police

December 10, 2023

Rest easy Uncle Steven, unfortunately I was never able to meet you, but my mom has so many awesome memories that she shares with me and you nieces.

Monique Bailey
Niece

July 16, 2023

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute

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

December 10, 2021

You are loved and dearly missed!

Tomica Bailey Moore
Family

January 15, 2021

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute

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

December 10, 2020

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute

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

December 15, 2019

Rest in peace Trooper Bailey.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 6, 2019

RIP Brother

Rick Gill, Trooper (Ret)
Indiana State Police

December 10, 2018

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute!

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

December 9, 2018

Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute!

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

December 10, 2017

Rest In Peace Brother. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

December 10, 2017

Eternal Rest

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

December 10, 2016

Eternal Rest

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

December 10, 2015

Eternal Rest

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

December 9, 2014

We lost a bright young man, who continues to be missed.

Lt. (Ret)
Indiana State Police

October 10, 2014

Eternal Rest

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

January 22, 2014

Rest in Peace, Trooper Bailey. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 17, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th 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.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05

December 10, 2011

Steven, I still have all of your letters you wrote to me. I have never forgotten your faith that God was watching over you. I used to call you phone number in Richmond, just to hear your rich voice. To this day when I think back on our time together, which was way to short, I have to smile. Thank you for being the wonderful and beautiful spirit in my life. Love Karen

Karen Jo... o rank just a friend
Friend

July 21, 2011

Dear cousin you stay in my heart daily.
Your mom passed Feb. 10th 2011 (Cora Bailey), she is now by your side, may God keep you both in his love.

Anonymous

February 11, 2011

"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

January 9, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

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

December 6, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

May 23, 2007

Our Greatest Fear
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
too many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.



Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller

Indiana State Police Dist 13

December 19, 2005