Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Please note that I have written a chapter on Constable John Connell in my upcoming book "Texas Ranger Big Ed Connell." Ed and John were brothers. The full details of the murder, chase and eventual arrest is covered in the chapter. The book will be published in 2021 by Wild Horse Media Group, Eakin Press, Fort Worth, TX.

Norman Wayne Brown
Writer of the old west

October 7, 2020

Dear Ms. Loya: Thank you for honoring my great uncle John Connell, Constable Lampasas Co, Texas. He was the eldest of 5 boys, his brother Sam Connell, Sheriff of Georgetown, Tx another brother Edward F Connell was my great-grandad, Texas Ranger 1892-1896 & 3 term sheriff of Deaf Smith Co, Texas. The Connell boys lost their dad when they were 10 - 17 years old and all 5 grew to be fine members of their communities.

Your son's service is appreciated and Larry Lasater will be in my thoughts and prayers as will you. He served his fellow man well and his service to Pittsburg, Ca and to our country represents the best of America.

Thanks so much for your remembrance of John J Connell.

Blessings to you and your family

Marcia Connell Barnette
Pearland, Texas

Marcia C Barnette
Niece of John J Connell

January 29, 2020

Your heroiism and service is honored today, the 97th 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.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen California Police Officer Larry Lasater, PPD, 4/24/05

April 8, 2012

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

April 8, 2010

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH

April 8, 2008

The Connell clan is extremely proud of you and the honor of your profession in being a peace officer. Until we meet in Heavan. Thanks for being there for your family and friends.

Sam Jordan

Sam Jordan
Cousin

March 10, 2008

Constable Connell, You are not forgotten

April 9, 2005