Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Ann,
Rarely a day goes by that I don't think about you and all of the joy you brought to my life. You were such a wonderful and inspiring friend, and I feel fortunate to have shared your path in life, if only for a brief time.
I miss you.
James

James Fairchild
friend

August 20, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 8th 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 solace for those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. I share your mom's anquish in losing a beloved child which surely has to be life's greatest sorrows.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 20, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over them as they continue to travel lifes path. You have not been forgotten because true heroes never die. Thankyou for your dedicated service to others.
I'd like to leave this for your Mom:

"The sense of loss does not diminish with time. In truth, the expression 'time heals all wounds' is a myth. For parents, the loss of a child is permanent, and mental scar tissue really does not grow over the grim memory. Rather, all tears are expended and a dull ache remains."

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

July 20, 2010

Annie, I miss you so much. I'm knpw you can see Nico and see what a big guy he is getting to bem he is such a good boy. Take care and brush your hair. Lovem Mommy

Conny McNamara
Mommy

July 19, 2010

Ann,
I was thinking about you and Step tonight. I miss both of you and the times we had in Tucker Precinct. You never forget great people!

R. Adams
Boca Raton Police Dept.

October 6, 2009

i love you mommy

Nicola Amie
Son

June 15, 2009

RIP Ann. You were truly a wonderful person.

Lynn
friend

March 13, 2009

Ann you and I were great friend's and I know that you are in heaven looking down on everyone.
You were an awsome officer and a wonderful mom, God Bless you sweetness you are missed!

Missy
Former 911 op Dekalb

October 30, 2008

Rest in peace, watch over your loved ones below.

Anonymous

September 10, 2008

Your EOW was 6 years ago today. You certainly were loved judging from these reflections. You served with courage and honor and are still fondly remembered by all who knew you. My thoughts are with your precious son who has had to endure unimaginable pain. We thank you and all other officers who face each day with uncertainty, never knowing whether or not they will be returning home at the end of their shifts. Thank you for serving and for all the sacrifices you make on our behalf.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous

July 20, 2008

No one knew that morning what sadness the day would bring. When a heart of gold stopped beating and we could not do a thing. Mommy

Conny McNamara
mother

July 20, 2008

You are special today!! I recall your laughter, your kindness, and your love of life!! We mourn the loss of two more of our officers today. Take their hands, lead them, and all of you continue to watch over us as I know you do!! You are missed!!!

friend
DKPD

January 23, 2008

"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 23, 2007

Rest in peace, Blue Angel. You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

August 4, 2007

Five years have passed and not one day during that time have you been forgotten by those that love you dearly. Continue to keep watch over all your loved ones and those still out on patrol. Thank you for your dedicated service to law enforcement. You are a trud hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

July 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Guinta on the anniversary of her passing. May God comfort you all. Heros are never forgotten.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

July 20, 2007

we will miss you and all of your great deeds

nico
son

April 2, 2007

ANN, WE MISS YOU STILL...YOUR SMILE STILL LIVES IN THE HEARTS OF THOSE WHO KNEW AND LOVED YOU. PLEASE CONTINUE TO KEEP A WATCHFUL EYE ON US. PLEASE TELL STEP WE MISS HIM TOO ! 01/25/2007

BJ HENDRICKS 1423
DEKALB POLICE FRIEND

January 25, 2007

Last night we recognized you at our annual candle light memories vigil. We are trying to help your parents start a chapter of COPS in their area. They are wonderful people. Thank you for your dedication. We will always remember you.

Ellen Guerdat
VP WNY Concerns of Police Survivors

Ellen Guerdat
VP WNY COPS

December 6, 2006

Rest in Peace Ann. Thank you for the great memories especially the lunches while at GPSTC. Gone but never forgotten.

Senior Deputy Sheriff Michael Kotowski
Gwinnett County Sheriffs Department

July 27, 2006

No onw knew that morning what sadness the day would bring. When a heart of gold stopped beating and we could do not a thing.

Mommy
daughter

July 20, 2006

Just to let you know that you are remembered on this anniversary. Thank you for your service in keeping my family safe.

Senior Motor Officer M. Thurmond
MPD

July 20, 2006

I will never forget your smile or care free attitude that you displayed everyday. Nor will I forget your voice in person or on the radio answering a call. Everytime I pass the flowers or the teddy bears on North Decatur Road, I miss you so much more. You were a loving mother, a good friend, and a dedicated officer. May you have eternal peace and for your son, loving memories of a mother that loved him so much.

Det. D. Kitchen, #1672
Dekalb County Police Dept

July 6, 2006

Ann was most friendly person I ever met. She was a great police officer and a great example of how a police officer should conduct herself. She involved herself in whatever was going on when she was on duty and did the best job she could do every day. Ann's death is a great loss to the Dekalb Police Department.

Captain Martin R. Beatty
Dekalb County Police Dept

June 30, 2006

I lost my grandmom on July 20, 2002 after nine weeks of suffering from having a stroke. On July 20, 2004, my husband was killed in the line of duty. God bless you Ofc. Guinta, your family, friends, and co-workers. May you continue to keep watch over everyone from above.

Jennifer Aaron
Wife of Ofc. Duke G. Aaron, III (EOW 07/20/04)

April 27, 2006