Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Roberts,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like t say thank you for your service and sacrifice for he citizens of Delaware County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

July 19, 2024

I remember waving at you when you passed me at the EZGo on the Cherokee turnpike on that day about 30 min before it happened.

Rest In Peace.

Trooper F.E.Perry #702
Oklahoma Highway Patrol

January 8, 2023

Its been 20 years but we have not forgotten ,
Deputy Roberts was a great man and a great Officer,
He was always ready to help anyone in Delaware County,

Rest in Peace

Director J.Mark Wall
NEO A&M College Dept. of Public Safety / Campus Police

July 19, 2019

Monday, May 20, for police memorial I will be telling a class of about 40, this heroes story. This officer, like all, is a hero, and deserves his story told. It's hard to believe some people could do this to someone, but Officer Roberts left us, while serving the community. If the juvenille was on the streets, who knows what would have Happend. So, I wanted to take the time to say, thank you Officer, your a hero in my eyes, and your story will be heard. Rest in peace.

Kimberly Dutton
Criminal Justice Academy Mission Hills High School San Marcos, Ca

May 17, 2013

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. 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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 19, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

January 9, 2008

On the anniversary of your EOW, please know that you will not be forgotten and your actions make me proud to be in your company as a member of the reserve and auxiliary law enforcement brotherhood.

Capt. V.Accardi
Suffolk County Aux. Police

July 19, 2007

May God comfort you family on the anniversary of your passing. Heros are never forgotten.

July 19, 2007

I pray that you are still resting peacefully and hope that you are watching over us down here.

Cpl. Egendoerfer
Mishawaka PD

July 19, 2006

Please know you are being remembered today, the 7th anniversary of your passing. Thank you for your service, dedication and sacrifice. May God bless you and the friends and family who still mourn your loss. Rest in peace, Deputy Roberts.

Lori Johnson Rowley, wife of NC LEO
Daughter of Fallen Hero, Sgt. James Johnson, FCSO, NC EOW 11/11/04

July 19, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ,REST IN PEACE YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTON MY FRIEND.YOU ARE A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.

LT.CAROLLO
NYPD

May 19, 2006

May God bless the family, friends and co-workers of Special Deputy Vernie Melford Roberts. He will not be forgotten for the sacrifice he has made for his fellow man.

Patrolman Doug Hutchison
Irving Police Department, Texas, retired.

May 23, 2005