Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Clement,
On today, the 25th 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 USMC. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 3, 2024

Rest in peace Officer Clement.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 27, 2019

Robert you were a friend , buddy , you were my brother . A fellow marine we kept in touch throughout the years lost touch when I lost your number . I’ve always tried looking for you . Today I’m am deeply saddened that I will no longer be able to reach out to you .
You great friend you will be missed .
I wish you well in your next journey . I will see you when i get there .
My your family have Peace , brother
Always your friend
Semper Fi

Big Jim

October 1, 2018

19 October 1997 21:50
This would be the one moment in time that if I could change I would. Had I just stood firm and said we were not gonna serve that one warrant I would still have a good friend with us today. Bobby would still have his father today. Law Enforcement would have had twenty more years of outstanding policing from an outstanding Police Officer.
There’s not too many days that pass that I don’t think about this life altering moment in time. Miss ya Bert.

Corporal E. R. Stillwell

October 19, 2017

I don't remember the day you were shot but I think it was around this time. Jordon is now 24 and his mannerisms are just like yours and he looks so very much like you. He and Bobby have connected several years ago and remain in touch. You'd be proud of both of your boys.

Rona Cassell

August 31, 2017

BIG ROB, I HOPE YOU CAN LOOK DOWN FROM HEAVEN AND SEE ALL OF THE PEOPLE THAT STILL THINK ABOUT YOU,AND LOVE YOU ! YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS DAILY, I WAS LOOKING THROUGH SOME OLD PICTURE'S AND THERE YOU WERE....YOU ARE STILL HERE MY BROTHER !

BIG JIM ALLISON
FORMER MECKLENBURG COUNTY DEPUTY

July 22, 2016

Your service is not forgotten my brother, rest in peace, and may the Lord bless your family always.

Sergeant Barton
Garden City PD, Michigan

June 13, 2016

It's 2016. I dreamed about you the other night and saw you as you were as a teenager and young man - one of those dreams when you wake you're not sure where you are or if it was real. It has been, what, since the 80's since we spoke so I thought I would google you and get in touch to see where life had taken you... Imagine my sadness that your life had ended so long ago and so tragically. You are not forgotten my friend - you live on in the memories of us all. Your son looks just like you did in uniform all those years ago. Peace be with you and those you left behind.

A Friend from Roanoke, VA

May 7, 2016

Robert was my roommate for two years and he was also my friend , a true friend ! Robert was a MAN that you could always count on to help you out or pull a good prank on you ! He wore his badge with pride !

BIG JIM A.
Ex Deputy Mecklenburg County

June 19, 2015

Always missed and never forgotten.

Sergeant Bill Trull
Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office

June 3, 2015

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 3, 2015

Dear Robert,
Today we are traveling home from the Police Memorial in Florida. We have met so many wonderful families, through the years, that have shared in the loss of an officer. Bobby has grown, and matured, into a tall, handsome, 14 yoa, man. He carries your name, and your memory like a torch, everywhere he goes. He attends every memorial service available, to honor you. But, you know that, he says you're always with him. Many thanks to our brothers and sisters in law enforcement that you appointed to guard him. They are always by his side. LYMI, Lunda and Bobby

Master Deputy Lunda Clement Eller
Wife/Rowan County Sheriff's Office

May 15, 2011

I never got to really know my dad but people that knew him said he was a great man. God Bless All Surviving Families

Robert Young Clement Jr.
Son

July 5, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 11th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service to my home state and the birthplace of my son. 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. I pray for the aolace of all those who love and miss you.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

June 3, 2010

Robert was a friend of mine. I grew up with him, played football with him, and truly enjoyed his friendship. Robert was a loyal friend, a strong competitor, and great team mate. We lost touch after high school. I heard a rumor about his death and was not able to find anything about Robert until today. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Thank you Robert for serving your fellow man. You are truly missed. Your life, humor, and dedication will be with all who knew you.

Stephen Kepley
Friend

February 20, 2010

"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 27, 2007

Officer Clement, On this the anniversary of your untimely death I just wanted to thank you sir for your service, dedication and courage. You, sir, are a true HERO. Your bravery and heroics on this day will NEVER be forgotten. God Bless and rest easy.
To the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.

NC LEO
Winston-Salem PD

June 3, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Clement. May God continue to give you comfort. Heros are never forgotten. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

June 3, 2007

May The Lord bless you and your loved ones.

June 3, 2007

Time passes as time must but you are remembered.Thank you for your service.May you Rest in Peace.

June 3, 2006

One year ago this date
Officer Robert Young Clement
lost his life in
the never ending pursuit of
justice. Officer Clement's heroic
actions on October 19, 1997 is
another tragic example of the
violence law enforcement officers
face each and every day. All
of our shifts today are
dedicated to the memory of
this hero. We extend our deepest
thoughts and prayers to his
family, friends and fellow
officers hoping that in the
knowledge that he will never be
forgotten by us will bring some
peace to all concerned.

OMY /COP / WPD

Chief of Police / Olen M. Young
Wauneta PD Nebraska

June 3, 2004

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 5, 2004

“That best portion of a good man’s life, his little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and love.”
- William Wordsworth

You're not forgotten ...
June 3, 2003

Anonymous

Rest easy, warrior as you are not forgotten. May your son know that his daddy is a hero.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)