Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To Ray, Maria, and his beautiful daughters:

As the Pittsburg Police Dept. family honors your memory with the wreath laying ceremony today, please forgive me for not physically being present. I am in L.A. where I presented Larry's memorial items for the LAPD officer who is riding for Larry on the Police Unity Tour. I am with you all in spirit and have lit a blue candle in your memory today on this the third anniversary date of your tragic death.

Phyllis Loya

April 15, 2006

To Inspector Ray Giacomelli, his wife Maria and his two beautiful daughters, and his other loved ones:

Ray, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Ray. I am humbled by your valor, courage, and dedication.
I know that you and Larry have forged a special bond just as our family has done with your family. We know that you guys are watching over your loving wives, your two most beautiful girls and baby Cody, your parents, your siblings, and your fellow officers.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the many years of distinquished service Ray gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 15, 2003.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

March 18, 2006

Hey, thanks for the help on how to investigate homicides... I can never repay you!! I know your taking care of your family from your hunter's perch. Till we see each other again. Thanks

February 8, 2006

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

January 4, 2006

Dear Ray: I know that you are watching over your beautiful wife and daughters and are truly proud of them for they are a wonderful family. They have been so supportive of our entire family
as we too have begun the difficult journey as police survivors. They were there to help welcome Cody into the world. Maria has been with us each step of the way.
You will never be forgotten and you will always be treasured. I proudly wear the 120 257 pin to honor you and Larry.

Phyllis (Larry's Mom)

August 23, 2005

I know you are watching over your family. Your wife is such a compassionate person and reaches out to others who are going through the same pain. I know that you must be so proud of Maria and your two wonderful daughters.
You'll never be forgotten...

August 18, 2005

"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
God Bless You for your many years of service to your community, and may God Bless your wife & children as they carry on without you.

California Deputy Sheriff's spouse

July 12, 2005

It has been a little more than two years since the loss of Ray. Our thoughts and prayers go out to This Officer, as well as the Family, Friends, Department and Community.

This is a loss that will never be forgotten. Hours will turn into days, days turn into weeks, weeks into months and months into years but, the difference that these officers have made will last forever.

We lost Our Deputy Morris Taylor on September 14, 2002. When he joined the other Angels in Blue.

God Bless Our Law Enforcement Officers and Those Who Love Them.

Jack & Tracy Van Dolah
Former LEO/U.S.M.C. & Wife in Sutherlin, Oregon

May 22, 2005

You are not forgotten brother.

Det MGR
Stanislaus County S/O

April 26, 2005

I received a brief visitor last night, your beautiful wife Maria. She came to let us know of the dedication ceremony in Pittsburg today, 4/15/2005. Although we could not be there in person, we are there in thought and prayer. It has now been two years since you have been taken away. We remember, we remember each day and pray for your family and know that you are watching them and fellow Officers from above. My husband continues to carry your Memorial Card in his vest and knows the sacrafice you gave. Ray, keep watching. We miss you. God Bless

Old Friends from Sienna

April 15, 2005

You paid the ultimate sacrifice doing what you loved the most. Though you are no longer here with us, we know you are still watching over us through the holes in the floor of heaven.

I never got to thank you for everything you taught me about life and being a good cop nor will I ever forget how lucky I was to have known such a great person. Your selfless acts touched us all.

THANK YOU RAY!

Deputy Roberts
Contra Costa County Sheriffs Office

October 22, 2004

It has been a year since we have lost you, a hard year for many. You have never left our thoughts and prayers and for some of us, you have made us take another step back in the door for just one more smile, kiss or look. We never know what each day brings, but we can choose the life we live and leave behind. We are all better for knowing you.
Thanks Ray, for all the memories.
God Bless

Friends from Sienna

April 20, 2004

Thank you Inspector Giacomelli for keeping us safe from bad. God bless you.

Renny Kassel
California Citizen

January 26, 2004

May God bless you daughters as they should be proud of your heroism.

Police Officer
Montgomery County, MD

November 26, 2003

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and coworkers of Inspector Giacomelli.

While many of us in law enforcment wear different colored uniforms, we all share a common goal. We protect society from the criminal element. Rest well my friend, those of us who remain will cover your place on the thin blue line.

Anonymous

To those who care,

Last year I attended a seminar in California with my Commander, Joe Breister and my Sergeant, Bill Haragan where we met Ray. In the few days that we spent together I can honestly say that the three of us not only met an outstanding cop, but met a great new friend. Ray and I had an opportunity to talk on the phone and email each other over the last few months. No matter how serious the nature of our conversation, Ray and I would find something to laugh about. That is a reflection of a good person and an individual I would want as a partner. To all those who served with Ray, you are lucky, I wish I could have done the same. To his family, whom he spoke about with unabashed love, there is no doubt that he is watching over you. It is a honor to have known this man and I will remember him always. When I start to doubt why I do this job, I will remember my friend and push ahead.

Detective Michael Simler
El Paso County Sheriff's Office, CO

To the family, friends, and coworkers of Officer Giacomelli...my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. What a tragedy, especially for his wife and daughters... he is safely home; patrolling the most peaceful beat..heaven.

Samantha
Youngstown, Ohio

You will never be forgotten brother. We will carry your name.

Andi-CJ Student

Never forgotten.

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KNOXVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT, TN

Dear Insp. Ray, Once a Brother always a Brother. You did your job honorably. Rest in peace Brother, you will not be forgotten. Our prayers go out to you, your family, and to the Pittsburg's Finest.

Chief Steve Guibord, Naples Police, Utah
Inv. Jackie Guibord (ret), Provo Police (SISB), Utah

Chief Steven C. Guibord
Naples Police

Hero's are never forgotten...Thank you for being a Hero!!! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers....

PSCO II
Riverside County Sheriff

Rest in peace. You died a hero but lived to be one. The world was fortunate to have had borrowed an Angel this long. My prayers are with you and your family.

Police Officer M. Morales
Redondo Beach Police

To the family of Officer Giacomelli, you should be very proud of him not only for his bravery his last day, but all he did for the community his 23 years of service! I too lost my father at a young age as a police officer killed in the line of duty, I was 21. Time will heal. He is in safe hands now, and a far better place. He would want nothing more than for you to keep living your lives taking one day at a time, and he would want you to make the world a better place just like he did. Even though the world is full of violence we can still make a difference. May God Bless you and your families. "Cast all your care on Him, for He careth for YOU"

Randy Rogers
Son of Harold Lee Rogers
Terre Haute, In. Police Dept.
End of Watch June 16, 1984

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE OFFICERS
WITH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS
AND PRAYERS ARE WITH INSPECTOR GIACOMELLI,
HIS FAMILY AND CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

To the Giacomelli family- We grieve with you.
To the Pittsburg PD family - We stand with you.

To Inspector Ray Giacomelli - We Salute you, and won't ever forget you.

Deputy
Sacramento County Sheriff's Department