Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Bajerski,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War I. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

October 31, 2023

Hi, Grandpa.
Grandpa,
Your End of Watch was 10/31/1933. That wasn't your last watch. I like to think that you're in Heaven surrounded by all our loved ones. Together, you're watching over us. Together, you're loved. Together, you're remembered.

Audrey Bajerski Houser, Granddaughter
Lancaster Police Department

October 31, 2023

7/3/23

Dear Grandpa,

Your granddaughter, Debbie, sent me a photograph of your headstone. Your monument is nicely maintained and there are 2 flags: one American and one, I'm guessing, from the Lancaster NY PD.
I wonder if there's a way to post a photo here.

When I saw your birth year, I realized that it was possible that my children could have met their great-grandpa. Your death has had a series of consequence upon our family for years. One direct result of your death had a severe impact upon your son--my Dad. As a result, my children knew their Grandpa as an invalid.

I truly hope that certain issues and attitudes in our country will be positively resolved. I don't want to get involved in the socio/political rhetoric of recent history. For me and my family, I can only relate on a personal basis. In my lifetime, I would like to see a reduction in violent deaths directed at personnel who are serving our country in any capacity. There have been too many wars fought since the "World War" etched on your cemetery stone.
Serve and protect: Protect Everyone.

With endearing and enduring love ❤️

Tomorrow is Independence Day 2023

Audrey Bajerski Houser,
Granddaughter
Off. Leo W. Bajerski, 10/31/1933
Lancaster NY Police Department
US Army Veteran, WW I

July 3, 2023

I came across your name among the many heroes on this site and wanted to stop and leave a reflection to thank you for both your law enforcement service but also to your country in the Great War. You are still remembered by others that love you and know that you will never be forgotten. Continue to keep watch on those still on patrol.

Robert Gordon
Father of fallen officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

June 23, 2023

Hello, Grandpa.
Today, 6/21/23, I'm watching "All Quiet on the Western Front," (2022). I realized that in a little more than 10 years, your ultimate sacrifice will be acknowledged as a 100 year anniversary since your death on 10/31/1933. I'm 68 now. It's conceivable that I'll be around. I don't drive to WNY as often as I used to. I'd like to go to the memorial mass again.
Something I want to clarify:
We were told by Aunt Dorothy--and this was verified in the Buffalo Evening News and the Courier Express--that there was a dispute at the service station in Depew, NY. You had the day off. When the situation escalated, you were called to report to the location. One motivation for calling you to intervene was because you had fought in WW
I. Your supervisor thought you'd be the best man to relate to the owner, who may have been irrational. In a subsequent article, the suspect's family suggested that an earlier car crash may have left their relative with some sort of a problem. His personality had changed.
In any event, I am a survivor of your violent death by a suspect's gun. 10/31/33 was your day off. We can't change the past. We can make sure the facts are recorded accurately.
I truly do appreciate the reflections that are shared on this site. Your grandson, has since joined you, as well as your daughter. All of us are proud to have carried on your legacy of duty, caring, and generosity of heart.
I am still grieving your death and the loss of never being able to meet you. I do believe you have forgiven your murderer. So do I.

With love, respect, and gratitude.

Audrey Bajerski Houser
Granddaughter

June 21, 2023

The last few years have been tumultuous for law enforcement officers.
Bottom line, when a relative is killed in the line of duty, there is a profound legacy that affects generations.
My grandfather, Leo W Bajerski, End of Watch, 10/31/1933 did not die in vain.
Thank you Grandpa, for your ultimate sacrifice. You left behind Grandma Anna, my dad Richard, my Aunt Dorothy and they kept your memories alive. I hope I have instilled your values in my children and grandchildren.
Until we meet in heaven, carry on Grandpa--Patrolman Leo W Bajerski.

Audrey Houser
Granddaughter

April 25, 2021

Dear Friends ,

Thank you for the sincere expressions of respect. You gave me comfort when I realized my grandfather, Patrolman Leo Bajerski, has not been forgotten.

I'm 65 and won't live forever. Lol. .So it's very soothing to know the memory of my Grandpa will carry on.

God bless you. Thank you for your service and sacrifices.

Respectfully,
Audrey Bajerski Houser

Audrey Bajerski Houser
Granddaughter

April 21, 2020

Rest in peace Patrolman Bajerski.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 12, 2019

I said a little prayer today for Patrolman Bajerski and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

October 26, 2015

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 81st anniversary year 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 8, 2014

I am proud to have grown up in the Town of Lancaster and have worked very closely with the Town of Lancaster Police department ...they are very proffesional....I grew up with many of them and one my mentors who told me to join the Troopers was Ptlm Henry "Hank Rogers"...who was a "horse-Trooper" from 1928-1935...and then joined the Lancaster PD......Ptlm Bajerski...you will never be forgotten for your sacrifice...Rest In Peace!

Senior Investigator Gerald H Wienckowski
New York State Troopers

September 2, 2009

I grew up in the Town of Lancaster and retired from the New York State Police in 2000...I have high regard for the Lancaster Police...they are my friends and I grew up with many of them....may PTLMN Leo Bajerski RIP...I will say a prayer for you...thank you for your committment to the badge!

Sr.Inv.Gerald H.ienckowski
New York State Police

September 2, 2009

Dear Grandpa,
I just thought I would say "Hello". My mother and I went to Buffalo last Mother's Day. We went with Aunt Dorothy and Debbie to St. Joseph's Cathedral for the mass honoring fallen police officers--your brethren. The experience was very emotional. I was especially affected by the young children who attended--losing their dads and moms. It is bittersweet that there is an "Officer Down Memorial". It makes me feel better, though, that someone cared enough to establish this program. It is therapeutic.

Audrey Bajerski Houser
grand daughter

October 17, 2008

Dear Grandpa,
This is Audrey, your grand daughter. Richard Leo was my Dad. My brother, Raymo, wrote to you first. I can't believe I found you. I have most of the newspapers from the day of your death-your senseless murder. As with Ray, you are also often thought of. My son is 28 and my daughter is 26.They are aware of your legacy. My grandchildren are 2,6, & 11, and they will also know.I can only imagine the wonderful things we could have done together as a family. My father missed you terribly, and as children we could only guess how brave you were to have intervened that Halloween Day in 1933. 68 years later, you are still loved. And I want you to know that I love your daughter, my Aunt Dorothy very much and she has wonderful and successful children. Debbie is my favorite cousin. We talk about you often.Love transcends death. Thank God for the Holy Spirit. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice as a warrior of morality and ethics. Thank you for being my Grandpa. I love you. Audrey Bajerski Houser
PS. My husband Mike, and I have been maried for over thirty years. My husband was a soldier in the US Army for 22 years.He retired after the "First" Gulf War: Desert Storm.
The whole family served its country vicariously through him. You have set a good example. You would have appreciated Mike.

Audrey Houser
Granddaughter

March 22, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

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

October 29, 2007

Thank you for your service.

Mike C
Boston MA

July 22, 2007

thank you for your services.god bless and r.i.p.

deputy
fairfield county s-o lancaster,ohio

December 9, 2006

Grampa,
We never got to meet. I'm your son Richards son, Raymond Leo,yes i always carried your name proudly in my heart as did your dad. Your son was a good man Grampa, i know you only knew him for nine years but you would have been proud.
Your daughter Dorthy is also a wonderful woman. Still lives in Lancaster too.
I just wanted you to know how proud i am of you. You have always been in my thoughts.
Rest In Peace Grampa, All my love,
Raymond Leo Bajerski