Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 20, 2020

Rest in peace Sergeant Wampole.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 27, 2019

Sgt. Wampole,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Coos County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station

July 20, 2019

Rest In Peace Sister in Blue. You are honored and remembered on the 20th anniversary of your EOW. Never forgotten.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

July 20, 2019

RIP Lisa. I think of you often and wear an EOW bracelet to honor your sacrifice. You were a great role model for me in law enforcement.

Kimberley Luoto, MCSO/CO, ret
Former CCSO Civil and Jail Deputy

July 21, 2016

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

April 22, 2015

I got to work with Lisa at CCSO......I wear a remembrance bracelet and think of her everyday. RIP Lisa.

Kimberley Luoto, CO,Retired
MCSO, Oregon

April 5, 2013

Sgt. Wampole was the consummate professional. It was a pleasure to have worked for and with her at the Coos County Sheriff's Office. I will never forget you, my friend.

Officer Sean Thomas
US Forest Service Law Enforcement

September 3, 2012

Thinking of you on this day, continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and close friends. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.

"You still live in the hearts and minds,
Of the loving family you left behind."

Bob Gordon, Ret. Asst. Chief
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

July 20, 2012

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 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. Rest In Peace.

I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 20, 2010

You have not been forgotten. Thinking of you and all of your loved ones on this day. Thankyou for your dedicated service to others.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, eow: 8/8/04

July 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

January 10, 2008

A POLICE OFFICERS FINAL CALL: a Police Officer stood and faced God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining, just as brightly as his brass. Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek? To my church have you been true? The Police Officer squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't," Because those of us who carry guns, Can't always be a saint. I've had to work most Sundays, and at times my talk was tough. And sometimes I've been violent, because the world is awfully rough. But, I never took a penny, that wasn't mine to keep… Though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills just got too steep. I never passed a cry for help, though at time I shook with fear. And sometimes, God, forgive me, I've cried unmanly tears. I don't know if I deserve a place among the people here. They really never wanted me around, except to calm their fears. If you've a place for me here, Lord, It needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, but if you don't, I'll understand. There was silence all around the throne, Where the Saints had often trod. The Police Officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God. Step forward now Officer, You've borne your burdens well. Walk peacefully on heavens streets. You've done your time in Hell.

Hard to believe it was 8 years ago that my cousin was taken from us. Rest in pease Lisa, you are missed.

Scott A Richardson

Officer Scott A Richardson
North Hornell Police Dept. , New York

September 5, 2007

I wish to say "thank you" for your brave and selfless sacrifice 8 years ago today. You will NEVER be forgotten and FOREVER be a hero!

DET SGT, Retired
AR

July 20, 2007

Hey Sarge.. Today I picked you to honor and remember. Rest in Peace knowing you are loved and missed.

DB
Calif Hwy Patrol..Ret.

July 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Wampole on the anniversary of her passing. Heros are never forgotten. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

July 20, 2007

You were always there to talk to when I needed some advice and never turned down a moment to chat. I miss your smile around city hall. The things I learned from you riding around in the patrol car will always be with me. I miss you Lisa, God Bless You!

Officer Derwin Boggs
Port Orford Oregon Police Dept.

June 30, 2006

Lisa -
Hard to believe that you have been gone almost 7 years. I still think I should be able to hear your smiling voice on the radio going 12-1......
I miss the RENO trips.....I've had several people ask if I could put another one together but I can't do it. It would not be the same without you - we have lost a bunch of our RENO bus trip friends.....Dennis, Wes, my beloved Mother and you..... I have gone to RENO since but that is hard to. I always look around the casinos and expect to see you and my Mom playing a machine in the corner!!!
You were an awesome Police Officer and an even better friend.

You are gone but not forgotten my friend - REST IN PEACE....

Tammy R Lounsbury
North Coos C0 911

Tammy R Lounsbury North Coos Co 911
North Coos County 911 Center

May 29, 2006

Lisa,

Even though we worked at different agencies, we often endend up working some "interesting" cases together. I will never forget the all night stake-out. You and I talked and drank coffee in my old Jeep while Buddy, all camo'd out, laid in the brush in the brush on that sub-freezing cold, clear night. You were a wonderful friend, ready to give a hug and always setting a standard of integrity for those around you. May GOD bless all the others who miss you, too.

Retired Sgt. Darrell King
Coos Bay PD

April 13, 2006

Back in 1984 I attended Supervisors School with Lisa - I remember discussions we had about Law Enforcement, and always found her to be a very intelligent,caring person. I always thought she would go places at Coos County. I just read the info about the accident. What a loss to the Community and Law Enforcement.

David DeSau, Deputy
Tillamook County SO

August 9, 2005

I met you in several courses across the state and what a delightful and memorable person you were. Your community was fortunate to have you, and I know you are missed.

Sgt. Scott Ryon
Washington County Sheriff's Office

April 13, 2005

Rest in Peace, your sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless.

Police Officer
Chicago Police Dept.

December 21, 2004

God bless my family when I am away,
Leave the lights on I'll return from harms way,

Grant me courage and strength to protect others each day,
So they live in peace without worry, fear or dismay,

Bless those who have fallen given their life for another
May their spirit live on from then and forever,

Return me home to my family at the end of each night,
May I pass through the door before the morning's first light,

Shall I give my life for another before the dawn breaks today,
God bless my family when I am away.

Anonymous

November 30, 2004

May we not forget Sergeant Wampoles sacrifice five years ago...May God Grant Her Family, Fellow Officers, and Friends the Serenity to Accept the things they cannot change, the courage to change the things they can, and the Wisdom to know the difference....Rest in Peace Blue Angel....

Officer Debra McFall Ross
East Buffalo Twp P.D.

July 20, 2004

Lisa sat on my first interview, she asked me "what would you do if somebody spit on you?" I responded that I did not know how the law read on this matter so I would would respond appropriately, she asked me " wouldn't it piss you off?" and I said no! she asked "what does piss you off?" and I said not much just my ex-wife! That was my second oral interview that I had ever been through but I knew I had answered right when she started laughing. Lisa and I became very close friend's over the next 10 yrs and I turned to her when I had nobody else to turn to. She helped me through times that I could never describe and her husband Ron was there too. Lisa it was because of you that I left what I thought was a good thing in my life and pursued the life that I had set aside for retirement. You my friend showed me that life is all to short and we never know when it's our time, So thanks to you I was able to get my entire family out of a place that would of done nothing but bring future harm to them and us. Lisa we love you and miss you more that words could ever say, thank you so much for the time we had!!!!!!

Ex-Deputy John McMurren
Coos County Sheriffs Office