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Deputy Sheriff William Dean Inman

Lemhi County Sheriff's Department, Idaho

End of Watch Saturday, January 18, 1997

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff William Dean Inman

I love you , I miss you so much DAD.... It never gets easier... 26 years .... I have struggle to live with the pain......In Heaven,... i hope you see how " that woman " is treating me and the situation , I'm sure you are rolling in your grave .... as you can see she's not following your wishes..... nothing can ever replace you… At times i find myself wishing is was with you .....I would do anything to have you back( as you know , because I talk to you on a regular basis,) I used to feel guilty about the question I asked you the day you got married but no longer since i think she contributed to your death.......I love you, I miss you...Maria

Maria
Daughter

January 17, 2023

Deputy Sheriff Inman,
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 Lemui County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 18, 2022

Dad....I love you and miss you so much...in 2 weeks it will be 22 years. It never gets easier especially since I do not had closure... I want to stay MerryChristmas and Happy New Yearand I would give anything to be able to say it face-to-face to you .One tiny beacon of light that I have is that I know you are up there with most of the family. ... I still have mom think God… But it’s so lonely without you and I miss you so much !...I love you.

Maria Inman
Daughter

December 26, 2018

Rest in peace deputy Sheriff Inman. Thank you for your service to the great state of Idaho.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 23, 2018

Even 20 years later I find it difficult to speak about this.... Due to selfish, inconsiderate, unforgiving circumstances sadly,... I will never have closure. You didn't get to see some rare and unique things I've done in life since you left this earth ....Dad , I love you and I miss you so-so much. I talk to you everyday.. I pray you can hear me

DAUGHTER Maria Inman
Peoria illinois

July 27, 2017

Thank you for everything. You gave me guidance, direction and support. You offered words of wisdom and advice. Most of all you gave me love.

You have been deeply missed.

Tracey Gillaspy, SGT USAR
Son

May 15, 2012

Rest in Peace, Deputy Inman. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 7, 2012

Thanks for your 2 years of services, William.

David

February 23, 2012

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.

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

January 18, 2011

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

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

January 7, 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

December 29, 2007

REST IN PEACE BROTHER DEPUTY

FELLOW DEPUTY
LCSO

December 16, 2006

May you rest in peace Deputy Inman. You died trying to save the life of another...that's the ultimate sacrifice....May you rest in peace...

OFFICER
ISU Public Safety

November 14, 2003

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