Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 12, 2021

I knew officer Anderson through his security work at St Joe hospital and as a HSPD officer while I was a paramedic in EMS. I remember that day we’ll all these years later. Chris was well liked and respected. He always had a calm demeanor and kind words. I think of him often.

Matthew Whaley
St Joseph Lifemobile EMS

March 30, 2019

Every year in February my family and I gather to pay tribute to a fallen man I deeply respected. Though I am miles away from Hot Springs this loss will forever remain in my heart.

Troy Webb
Former Police Officer

August 29, 2018

Thinking about you, Kathy and Amanda today. I shared your story while discussing the death penalty in a criminal justice class I'm currently taking.
My heart goes out to Kathy and Amanda, they will always be in my prayers.

Sgt. Rick Stang
Ocean Ridge PD / former Hot Springs PD

April 24, 2017

Such a sad day. Prayers to all family. Chris was a GOOD man ! He will always be missed.

Carla Douberly
RN, worked together at Hospital

February 12, 2016

I was enroute to K9 training, when this incident took place. I arrived at the location where the suspect was contained, and could see him in the wooded area. I was not allowed to release my K9, but the suspect did end up surrendering. I had worked with Chris when I was a rookie, and found him to be a good natured man. He is missed by many.

Sgt Mark Willis
Hot Springs Police Dept

February 12, 2016

On this anniversary, we have not forgotten your ultimate sacrifice. A true hero.

Laure May
Mom to Police Officer

February 12, 2015

Know that you are recognized and thought of everyday, as I make my trips outside and stand near that memorial! Never forgotten, my brother!

Lt. Corky Martin
Garland County Sheriff's Office

February 12, 2014

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 15th 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. I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 12, 2011

I remember meeting you a few times, and you were always good to me and my buddies, even though we were trouble-makers back then. (Funny that I'm a cop now) My cousin Jeff Michau still works there, and I'm sure he thinks of you often. I would. I have two other friends that work there now, and I pray the LORD watches over them and Jeff. We recently lost Joey Cannon at our department, and it reminded me of you. You were a hero then, and you're a hero now. Thank you for your sacrifice. And to Chris's family, thank you for your sacrifice then and now. Peace be to you all.

Josh McCrary, Patrolman
Plumerville Police Dept (went to Hot Springs High 1992-96)

June 24, 2009

RIP fine warrior in blue.

Anonymous

October 2, 2008

Rest in Peace, Officer Anderson. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

July 28, 2008

I went to Washington D.C. and the first place I went was to the Law Enforcement Memorial Wall. I found your name along with Wayne Warrick, Al Riley and others from all over the United States.

While here you touched so many people
With your friendly smile and easy talk
Although you have been gone 12 years
You are still touching lives today
Seeing your name on that concrete wall
Makes me proud to have known you
You are a HERO among HERO"S

Everytime we loose an officer to a senseles shooting or an accident, there are no words to comfort the family or friends. I for one felt comfort in seeing the wall and the great numbers of people that pay thier respect to all that have fallen in the LINE OF DUTY.

God Bless Brothers and Sisters on THE WALL

Jim Elliott

April 2, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR DEDICATED SERVICE, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 9, 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

August 6, 2007

I still can not believe that Chris is really gone. I worked with Chris while I was there in '94-'95. Chris gave his life doing what he loved to do. I enjoyed working with him for the short time that I was there. I wish his family all the best. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and the family of the Hot Springs PD.

Gary Davis
Benton County SO (Formerly Hot Springs PD)

July 23, 2007

I worked with Chris around 1986 and had the pleasure of getting to know and work with him for about 5 years. He was a real cop...last of the ghetto cops. He was the kind of cop that you could look up to. I will pray for you and your family Chris...

Deputy Kevin M. Faler
Riverside County Sheriff's Department , CA

July 2, 2007

Officer Anderson, When my Lt. asked me and another officer from our shift if we, along with two Swat Team Officers, would be interested in representing the Little Rock Police Department at your Funeral, I truely felt Honored! It has been 11 years, but it feels just like yesterday. The drive from Little Rock to Hot Springs was such a long ride. I know you are in Heaven and are watching over all of your Brothers and Sisters in Blue. I know in God's time, we will all be reunited, but until then Chris, Rest in Peace and know you will never be Forgotten!

D. Hodo
Former Little Rock Police Officer

FORMER LITTLE ROCK POLICE OFFICER
L.R.P.D.

April 24, 2007

10 years ago today you gave your life for others! Thank you!

patrol

February 12, 2006

Dear Family,

I'm from Hot Springs and I'm currently stationed in Okinawa, Japan with the Marines.  I just wanted to let you know that still to this day, FEB 28, 2000, that your loved one still lives in our hearts and prayers.  Although I never met Officer Anderson, my father and mother knew him.  My father Jon Hislip was with the Garland County Sheriffs Dept for many years, and had met him.  May the lord be with Chris and all of the loved ones.

Anonymous

dear family and friends of mr. anderson,

my name is lechelle love dusghther of sarah love.i new mr.anderson for many years , and now i'm 14 years of age and i finally think i should say what i need to say !  he was a very good man and he is beging blessed for all of his good deades !  he love his family and friends and treated everybody the right way !  he was not afraid of helping the city !  but every thing comes with a cost !  but that cost comes with great rewards like now he is up in heaven look down on us ,and keeping us safe also every day ! i hope this brings some incouragement for you and you family but so you no he was a wonderful man the years i new him you all are in my prayers everynight and in thaught aswell!

your friend

victoria le'chelle love

To Officer Anderson:  Your wife and I met in Washington D.C., May 1997 as we both grieved and shared over the deaths of our husbands.  I remember the pride she expressed when she talked of you.  Please rest in peace, knowing that your wife, children and all survivors of officers lost will be bound together forever as we help others through their grief.  We draw strength from each other and we will never forget any of you.  You did not die in vain.  You died for a profession you believed in and we will always be proud of that.

Christine Castetter
Surviving Spouse, Barry Co. Missouri

The Family Man

He is a man

that taught us the love of life.

He cared for others

as they also cared for him.

His daughter,

his wife,

they were his life.

For he did something

he loved so dear.

But no love that we give

can bring him back to us here.

This husband, father,

uncle, and friend.

He was the greatest thing we ever had.

His strength, his love,

his pride, his joy,

This is what made

the man we called

"The TRUE Family Man"

Amanda Anderson
Daughter