Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I've been thinking a lot about you lately. We were neighbors on Beverly Hilll St. and you worked off duty security at our apartments. We talked a lot when I would come home late from bars/clubs. You were always telling me about the dangers all around me. Kinda like a big brother. I told you I was thinking of moving off of Gulfton when my lease was up because the apts. were cheaper. You told me absolutely not!! You told me how bad that area was. I listened to you, I always listened. You were the nicest cop I'd ever known. You were so proud of your family and your sons. When I heard that someone had taken your life from you, my spirit was crushed. And that it happened in the area you had warned me of. I remember driving past your funeral on Westheimer and there were so many people. You were definitely on of the good ones. I know you're playing it sweet in Heaven.

Melissa Mattingly
neighbor/friend

August 7, 2016

Sweetie, it has been 15 years since your departure, our family chain is broken and nothing is the same. Today was a special day we honored you at your station - Westside, it was a beautiful ceremony; your son Andy and Beto were so proud and humble by this ceremony. Now your picture and name its in the Wall of Honor, it was a bittersweet moment for me. Te Amo.

Patty Vasquez
Wife

May 27, 2016

Rest in Peace Police Officer Alberto "Albert" Vasquez. Thank You for your Service and Sacrifice protecting the citizens of Houston, Texas.

I Pray for Peace for your Family, Friends and the men and women of the Houston Police Department. I also Pray that the hounds of hell forever pursue the scum that murdered you. May he know no peace on this earth nor in the after life. May his grave be infested with thorns and weeds. May he burn forever in the lake of fire!

Amen.

Senior Special Agent B.L. Sherwood (Ret)
Port Terminal Railroad Police Houston, TX

May 22, 2016

I miss you and think of the times you helped me in a narcotics investigation. I could always count on you. Thank you so much for your friendship

Mark Boyle police officer
Houston police dept

November 27, 2015

I am retired now but think about Albert often,,good thoughts....

hpd sr off ret. Bart Simpson

November 27, 2015

Sweetie, just thinking of you and how much still miss you, a lot going through my mind and speechless to see how people use your name for their benefits....only you and I know what is the truth..... as you always told me: "Don't sweat the small stuff" I still have the book you bought me.
Te Amo.

Patty Vasquez
Wife

August 19, 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

May 22, 2015

Hey Dad,
I know i don't write here much, but i miss you and this helps. As you know i'm currently at Baylor getting ready for finals and nothing brings me more comfort than looking at the Father and Son K9's figures, i was given when you passed. Just wanted to tell you how happy i am to call you my dad. Love you!

Andrew Vasquez
Hero's Son

April 30, 2015

Just thinking of you as always..... miss you Sweetie!

Patty Vasquez
Wife

March 28, 2015

after 14yrs since your accident you are still in my mind since like you were a l little kid son I still miss you a lot love you always son

not an officer olny his uncle
uncle from laredo texas

February 27, 2015

Bro! Did you see me showing off the picture on my office desk again, the one I took of you and Rick on duty driving down 610 in your shop. Nice smile Bro! as I surprised both of you on your right, you riding shotgun remember. You did see that picture when I had it in my POV visor, then on my refrigerator door, and now again in my office. Good Bro! No need wondering why, it's because there will only ever be one Alberto Vasquez and you my Bro! were a great husband, father, son, partner to my brother and friend. Yes I know your in Heaven but I just want you to know I miss you on Earth.

Frank Duharte
Ex-Officer/ and one of his BRO's

January 8, 2015

Sweetie,
Missing you and thinking of you, Thanksgiving was one of your favorite holidays, I know you are having a blast now that your mom is with you in heaven..... I miss her too.... Te Amo!

Patty Vasquez
Wife

November 30, 2014

I think about you all the time, Albert. Thanks for your friendship.

Jimmy Boyle
Sun & Ski

January 23, 2014

Heroes live forever, Officer Vasquez, and we will never forget. Thank you for the sacrifice you made for the citizens of Houston and the great State of Texas.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

May 22, 2013

Still missing you Albert!

Carol Hafer
Friend

February 15, 2013

Sweetie,
Another year is going by, another day without you..... Missing you with all my heart..... Love always!!!

Patty Vasquez
Wife

January 13, 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 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 solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your friends for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 22, 2012

Rest in peace, Officer Vasquez. Your service and sacrifice to the citizens of Houston and the great State of Texas are not forgotten.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

May 22, 2012

Dear Everyone,
Today was the first time i ever knew people could post their reflections on here, and i would just like to say that i took the time to read every single post and would like to express how touched i am that everyone would take the time and write something. I Truly mean it when i say words can not express how much this has done for me, to know people thought of my father in such a way it brings me to tiers. So Thank you.

Andrew Vasquez
Son

May 5, 2012

Al, Duharte, and Henderson were a great team. I hired them on at Timber Hollow Apartments when I took over in 1997. They were known out of the Westside Command Station as the "Bro" brothers because everything and everyone was "Bro." Once, I called AL, and he personally took down a top ten most wanted child molester at this complex. After that, we were great friends. I can not go into detail how it was so much different from other Alief cops except that they happily arrested those deserving, filled out paperwork, and made a wagon call. It wasnt even one month before my resuidents were outside again, couples going on sunset walks and holding hands. Al was an amazing guy, he dearly loved his 2 small kids, and his wife. He wanted to make a difference, and he did, his own way, in thousands of lives.

Mark Paulson
Side Job Employer

April 13, 2012

I was 16 when I met Officer Vasquez; he was the security caretaker at Sellers Bros where I worked during my young teenage years while in High School. I never met a better friend and older brother as Albert. I remember our conversations, I remember his investigation on a problem one of my neighbors was having and how excited he was to take on a mission impossible case. I remember that one evening we ate pizza and talked. I as well remember receiving the news of his passing away and how the tears came tumbling down before it hit me - my friend left. I pray for his family, his precious wife and precious children. I am so proud of them all and continue to always be proud of Officer Vasquez...he truly was a gentle soul!

Maria
Friend

October 19, 2011

Sweetie,
It has been a while since I visit this web site in your memory but I will be there in DC this week with our Son Beto, after 10 years we are going back where a beautiful memorial is there for you and many others that made ultimate sacriface. We continue to rebuild our shattered lives, some days are good but others just difficult. I try to be strong for our son, he is almost 11!! He is my pride and my strenght everyday. Your legacy will continue and your memories will never dimish, eventhoug our family was broken I know one day that chain will be together again. Missing you always. Te Amo.

Patty Vasquez
Spouse Survivor

May 23, 2011

OFFICER VASQUEZ EVEN THOUGH TOU AND I NEVER MET I WANTED TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND WANTED TO TELL YOUR LOVED ONES THAT THERE ARE STILL THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY . REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER .

LIEUTENANT BARRY RANSBERGER ( TRTIRED )
TDCJ

May 22, 2011

Officer Alberto Vasquez,

Your story has been an inspiration to me. I was 11 years old when your line of duty death occurred. As with you being Hispanic, you have made me very happy because that tells me that we all can be somebody. You are more than a Houston Police Officer, you're a former Texas A&M student, a father, husband, and son. You're more than a man! And I'll never forget what sacrifice you have made to keep us safe. I've also decided to become an HPD officer after college at Houston Community College. If I participate in the bike ride for HPD, I would wear a shirt saying "Riding in memory of Officer Alberto Vasquez". Stay strong, and I wish your family the best! Mi inspiracion!

Anthony Garcia

September 3, 2010

Sweetie,
Days just comes and goes but your memory will never diminish. I think of you every single day and more less when I see our son so grown, he's my little men.
A couple of months ago I saw a lot of our old friends, it was difficult because I could see us there together like in the old times, it has been 8 years already. I feel humble when so many people talk about you and how they remember you. My love you are always and always be!!!! Te Amo.

Patty
Spouse

September 11, 2009