Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

So I lay here in bed once again stuck in a place I believe I can leave, asking and requesting your guidance on time of hardship. You wisdom shall always be a reminder that you gone and passed, it's reminds us that you became more then you were and greater then life. Thank you for spending you knew had, with us all. I love you and miss you dearly.

Lost son with you in my heart

February 1, 2023

Sgt. Gene,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for your Tribe. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 6, 2021

Happy birthday, daddy. Today, you would be 59. I miss you so much! We love you.

Monica
Daughter

September 10, 2019

Brother , you are never forgotten. May your light continue to shine over us .

Rest In Peace

Ronald
Brother

January 6, 2019

On behalf of the Jicarilla Apache Police Department, may our Lord continue to comfort and strengthen the family of the hero.

Dwayne Epling, K9/Narcotics
Jicarilla Apache Police Department

January 9, 2018

To the family of this brave officer!
I used to call on stores on the Rez for 13 years. I remember when this assault took place as it was an area I traveled many times.
Totally senseless.
May God Bless and comfort you all!
2 Corinthians 1:3-5

Lee
Retired​ sales

March 13, 2017

Rest in Peace Sergeant Hoskie Gene. Thank you for your Service and Sacrifice. I pray for Peace for your Family, Friends and Co-Workers.

I also pray that the hounds of hell forever gnaw at the flesh of your murderers!

Amen

Senior Special Agent B.L. Sherwood
Port Terminal Railroad Police Houston,TX

January 6, 2016

Rest in Peace brother, we have the Watch

Policeman
Phoenix PD, Brother in Blue

March 25, 2015

Each day I drive by your memorial whether on watch or on my way to town. I look at your memorial and remind myself of what we do. As a substation officer where your watch ended I pray that you walk beside me and guide me through. Will you always be remembered through k'e and the life you've lived.

Police Officer Tyrone Tom
Kayenta Police District #6

February 11, 2015

Dad,
what words shall we use to describe our lost, our hurt. We miss you so much,. We all do our best to live by the examples, teaching that you have left us with. But in fear of letting you down we go so far in hopes that it pleases you. We love and miss you so, we only wish to make you proud of what we do. Our lives were never the same since the day you were taken from us, but we live each day in hopes that you remain apart of us all. We keep you in our hearts and memories, but that will never compare to to having you here with us. Dad we miss and love you so much. Continue to keep watch over us.

Avritt Gene
Son

January 14, 2015

Hey Brother,
I have to talk to you here, I am to far from your resting place to visit.
For some reason I have you on my mind a lot in resent days. It has been so long since you were taken from us, but seems like it was yesterday. I sat in my boys room telling them stories about you and I in Kayenta and Pinon, while listening to "Knocking on Heavens Door". It hurts, but is also some what comforting to remember the stories and pass them onto my children and hopefully they will in turn pass them on and you will always be part of us.

Matthew A. Duran
Brother

June 25, 2014

Rest in Peace brother, we have the Watch

Policeman
Phoenix Police, Brother in Blue

January 6, 2014

To the last post by H. Allen: Be proud to be named after such a hero who gave everything he had, including his life to keep you, your family and our people safe.

God Bless You, Sergeant, and thank you.

Officer Cynyella Wissiup-Webb
Ute Tribal Police/BIA U&O Agency

December 5, 2012

I dunno who you are but apparently I am related to you. I am even named after you.

H. Allen
????

November 15, 2012

Rest in Peace Brother, we have the Watch from here

Policeman
Brother in Blue, Phoenix PD

April 8, 2012

I miss you Papa Sonny. The stories and memories I'm told of you make you my hero. There's not a day that goes by that I think 'what could've been if you were here'. I love you.

Shannon Sonny
graddaughter

January 17, 2012

I miss you everyday Papa Sonny. The stories I'm told of you make you my hero. I love you.

Shannon Sonny
graddaughter

January 17, 2012

Shi naii (my brother),

16 yrs. had passed since you were taken from us, but I relive that terrible day and the notification of your lost. There is not a time, special occasions, holidays and especially family gatherings that your lost is most felt.
But knowing how proud you were to wear the uniform and serve your people helps in dealing with your lost. You served honorably and your memory lives in those that you touched.
You are truly Missed and never forgotten brother, as all those that made same sacrifice. Now you serve besides the Great Spirit, your light blesses us this day. Thank you brother.

Ronald
Brother, former Officer-NDPS

January 8, 2012

You were my best back up little brother, that's why I always called you my little brother, even tho we'er in Navajo Police uniform, because you were always there to assist me when I was with kayenta western area substation police officer, "Thank You Little Brother." your memory lives and "Thank you for your service."

Rest In Peace

Leroy E. Jewelryman, #3166
Pine Haven, New Mexico

Former Police Officer Leroy E. Jewelryma
Kayenta Navajo Police Dist# 6

December 3, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 14th 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
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

January 6, 2010

hi daddy. another year has gone by, but not one day has gone by without you in our thoughts. we miss you and love you always.

wedda
daughter

January 6, 2010

Men of great character, such as yourself, are never forgotten. Your heroism is etched into the heart of all who knew you.

God Rest. Thank you!

Laura
Philadelphia, PA

April 3, 2009

Hello....well i would just like to say that i didnt really know Hoskie.The only thing i knew was that he was my grandfather.He died a month before i was born and i really do wish that i could have had a chance to meet him.

Shannon
grandaugter

May 18, 2008

I barely remember you because I was only five, but I do remember your kindness and caring for your family and friends.

We Will Always Remember You.

Rick
nephew

March 25, 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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

March 5, 2008