Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Wright, over 94 years ago your life was viciously taken in response to your courage, bravery, and heroism. Your actions undoubtedly save the life of a Pinal County Deputy Sheriff and helped set the course for the apprehension of a set of murderers, who also took the life of a Pennsylvania Highway Patrolman. Your sacrifice is not forgotten. Yesterday, October 28, 2024, you received the Honors for which you are so deserving. Several Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office personnel, representatives from the Pennsylvania State Police, and other agencies attended. Your gravesite is longer unmarked thanks to the Fallen Hero Wreath Program. Rest easy sir.

Sgt. Brandon Hall S1907
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

October 29, 2024

Deputy Lee Wright was my G-G-G-G-uncle. This guy was as tough as they come. I thank him, and all officers for their service and their sacrifice to keep the rest of us safe. I know that I sleep peacefully at night, because they don't.

Beverly Anderson
G-G-G-G-niece

April 16, 2022

Deputy Sheriff Wright,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Maricopa County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 29, 2020

You saved the life of Pinal Deputy Chapman by your sacrifice. PCSO considers your heroism and honors you for your valor.

Robert Freese
Pinal County Sheriffs Office

June 21, 2017

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 19, 2012

Deputy Sheriff Wright,
On today, the 82nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Maricopa County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 29, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 81rst 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.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

January 29, 2011

Deputy Wright, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.

January 29, 2010

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 26, 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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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

July 26, 2007

Rest in Peace, Deputy Sheriff Wright. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

March 14, 2007

Your bravery and heroism will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

September 22, 2006

You are not forgotten.

MCSO

April 1, 2004