Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff Andrews,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Los Angeles County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 12, 2023

My father just shared your story with me. He used to run behind you in the academy (class 121).

Rest easy brother. You are obviously remembered ❤️

Shauna Barley
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dispatcher (1988-2010)

June 25, 2021

On this actual anniversary of your heroic death, I’d like to reiterate my previous reflection and say that your service and sacrifice will always be remembered by your law enforcement brethren.

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

December 12, 2020

We honor you on today’s date here at Century Station. We appreciate the message from his brother Darrell: “Thanks for all of David’s Memorial information & Century Station’s protocols tomorrow.

Please pass this to all patrol deputies from the Andrews family:

“Continue to stay safe, remain alert at all times, always remain professional & be proud to wear the LASD uniform!”

We appreciate all of your communications and keeping in touch with all of the updates!

Thanks again & take care of yourself,
Darrell”

Dep J Macias
LASD-Century

December 12, 2020

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

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

September 13, 2020

RIP Deputy Sheriff David Earl Andrews, you will never be forgotten.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired.
New York State Police

January 13, 2020

Your killer has been released from prison to continue to live his life while yours ended that day.
I wish I could tell you things have changed since your time but they haven't. They've actually gotten worse. It's a sad and difficult time to be a police officer in America. Still, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Century Station is still a very proud station where only the best deputies make it off training and tow the line. Everyone there is hard charging and wreaks havoc on the criminal population. Thank you for your service. Its unfortunate you're not enjoying a well deserved retirement but we take comfort in knowing you're on a better place. Until we meet again....

Deputy R. Beck
LASD/CPD/R2/SLA

December 12, 2019

Rest In Peace on your EOW.
We put our station memorial flag in your memory.

Deputy Macias, J
LASD-Century Station

December 12, 2019

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Andrews.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 21, 2019

I miss my Unc, it still hurts 45 years ago same pain. RIP David. I named my youngest Son after you.

Herbert Johnson III
Nephew

December 27, 2018

RIP. You are always remembered.

Deputy Sheriff Los Angeles
County Sheriff

December 12, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother. After 44 years you are not forgotten.

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

December 12, 2017

My dearest brother I have missed you and thought of you every since your untimely death. You really weigh on my mind today as we have lost yet another brother that was employed by the Los Angeles Co Sheriffs Department. I know Jimmy will meet you in heaven and that does give my heart some peace. We have also lost brothers Mack Andrews, of the Los Angeles Police Department, Jesse Andrews of the Los Angeles Sheriffs Department, Jackson Andrews and last year Richard Andrews. Your sisters Beaulah Baldwin and Glayds Mosley have gone on also. We started as a family of 12 siblings and are down to four. I know that all of this is in God's will even though I don't know why he has taken all of you from me. All I can do is still give him praise and trust that he knows why. Brother I love you and miss you tremendously. When you were taken he took one of the best. I remember when we were in school and our parents gave us lunch money and you were a few years older, you opted not to eat everyday, saved your money and brought Chirstmas presents for the three children under you. What a sacrifice you made to see a smile on our faces. Your heart was so kind and loving. Even though I love all my siblings you always stood out in my heart. I surely hope you are resting in the peace that you so deserve. I look forward to rejoicing with you on the other side. Mother use to always remind me how you asked her to go to the hospital and get a girl and make sure she was light. I'm the girl that you asked mom for and I am glad she was able to accommodate your wishes. You always treated me as if I was your child as well and I was. There was nothing you would not do for me when I asked. When you joined the department making decent money you helped me get a car made sure I went to prom and had a nice dress. I will always remember you until the end of my time. Take care for now, I know you are only a thought away when I need you. I love you to infinity.

ALENE Smith State Traffic Office Retired
California Highway Patrol and Loving Sister

April 9, 2016

You are not forgotten. Thank you for your service.

annonymous
Citizen of LOS ANGELES

January 20, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 36th 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Pjyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

December 12, 2009

Rest in Peace, Deputy Andrews. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 23, 2009

Deputy Andrews you are a true hero, the coward that took your life will receive true justice in the presence of the Lord. God bless you and your family.

Retired Arizona Officer

January 18, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service, as always this writer is disappointed that justice was not served on your behalf.

vandenberghe
manchester, nh

December 6, 2007

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

September 12, 2007

I WAS BORN THE YEAR YOU WERE MURDERED. I'VE BEEN WITH THE DEPT SINCE 91 AS AN EXPLORER AND 12 YEARS AS A DEPUTY.I FIND IT VERY HARD TO BELIEVE THEY WOULD ALLOW YOUR MURDERER TO BE RELEASED FROM PRISON. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. GOD BLESS AND REST IN PEACE.

DEPUTY RAMON ESCAMILLA
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT/ IDT STATION

September 8, 2007

I still remember you. Many years later, your friendship and contribution to my carrier remain alive.

Rest well....

Detective III Skip Bauchman
Friend

May 23, 2006

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies....

The Department never forgets.

Rest in peace, hero.

October 20, 2004

no words can offer my condolences to your family suffering the tragedy that claims public safety officers from their families i hope that you are at peace and that one day there will be no officers taken from friends families and agencies but til then rest in peace sir your name and memory are in our hearts daily along with any other fallen officer. continue your watch from the streets in heaven and watch over those here who continue the fight.

God Bless

Aston, Pennsylvania

TONYA STEPHENSON
PRIVATE CITIZEN