Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Fred and I attended the academy together. Saved each others butt more than one. We went on to work together at a PD and again, saved each other's but more than once. Trusted Fred with my life and I remember him until mine ends. RIP brother.

Brian Sawyer

May 15, 2023

Thank you for your service and always know that your sacrifice is one that will never be forgotten. Rest in peace always.

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

June 24, 2020

Cuzn Fred, l truly miss you and your big smile. Remembering all the great times we had growing up as kids seeing you play college football ( Washington Huskies) and professional football ( San Francisco 49ers) and the (Pittsburgh Steelers)cheering you on from the sidelines from our living room t.v. awaiting for family gatherings to get caught up on what’s been going on. Until we meet again “Big Cuzn” l love and miss you.

LaShaun Pearce
Cousin

December 2, 2018

I never had the chance to meet you, but only heard good things about you. May you continue to rest in peace good sir.

Recruit Tapia 433
IPD

September 15, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. You are honored and remembered on the 15th anniversary of your EOW.

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

June 24, 2018

To my dear sweet cuzzin you impacted a lot of lives even though yours was cut short to soon your gone but never fogotten sweet angel rest in peace.

Candance
My cuzzin

March 9, 2018

To my brother “Small” , I would like to pay tribute and honor for all that you have done. From your time on the South Bay Police Football League, to responding to those in need - We thank you. I will always remember to never forget all that you have done.

Corporal Dennis Jones
Victor Valley College Police Department

October 1, 2017

To my brother Small, I would like to pay tribute and honor all that you have done. From your time on the South Bay Police Football Leg, to responding to those in need, we thank you. I will always remember never to forget all that you have done.

Cpl. Dennis H. Jones
Victor Valley College Police Department

September 30, 2017

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

June 24, 2015

There are no words to describe anytime you hear the 3 beeps right before a call and trying to prepare your emotions for what the call may be. I grew up as an explorer with IPD, and I'm sure that's what saved my life when I left the explorer post I would always go to sleep with my scanner on I remember waking up to those 3 beeps and listening not to a call for help but a call for what had just transpired. That is something I never forgot. There are no words to describe how I felt that night. Thank you for your contributions to the people of Inglewood and to everyone around you. Thank you for being part of my LIFE.... RIP.

I.P.D exprorer post #651 Rudy Ruiz
Na

December 1, 2014

My name is Daniel Lee and I am a current recruit for class 400 in the Los Angeles Sheriff's Academy. I am working hard to be part of the law enforcement community and in particular the Inglewood Police Department family. Although I never had the honor of meeting Officer Fred Small, I have heard nothing but good things about him. I send my condolences to his family and friends. Officer Fred Small, I thank you for your service.

Recruit Lee
Inglewood Police Department

March 25, 2014

As a young Westminster police explorer I enjoyed many rides with you. It seems like yesterday. I don't know why but you always had me ride with you and I am grateful. I knew the cover shift with you meant we were going to get into something good. And always late night lunch at Norms. I always looked forward to countless football story's. You were a man who had been there and done it. R.I.P 47-45 Bravo

Nick Verhague (former WPD Explorer)

May 6, 2012

I was just sitting and fred came to mind I just thought I would google his Name and here i am. I first met fred at a High School All star game that his cousin and I both played in. I went to the University of Washington where Fred took me under his WING and his conversations continued to stay with me. he was a great FRIEND and MENTOR. I know his family misses him deeply as do I. I hope to see you again FRED!

Vince Weathersby Sr.
University of Washington/Teammate

June 9, 2011

Rest in peace.

Compton School Police
Officer

February 25, 2011

Today I was cleaning out my old emails and I ran across the email link I sent to our daughter Elesia Small on December 15th 2007 asking her to post her poem "the Heartache of Daddy's Little Girl". She wasn't strong enough then now that she is 21 years old I'll ask again maybe she's ready. She is seven classes from graduating with her Bachelors in Criminal Justice (wonder where she got that idea from:). Everytime we go to L.A. something is always missing. We all miss you so much although I know you are with us always. Until we see each other again your friend. Ronnetta Ellington

Anonymous

October 22, 2010

Rest in Peace, Officer Small. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 23, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the sixth 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.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

June 24, 2009

What's up Fred i can't believe that's its been 5 years now. I miss you so much. There isn't a day that goes by that I wish i could talk to you. We were the close of friends. I am trying to accomplish all of the things that we dreamed about. I still remember I last conversation, put it like this I remember everything. I wish you with all of us riding our new Honda motorcycles..they are fast but i really dont care for them. Your call sign will be 4M4 right about now. Dont worry about the family the kids are doing the fine and Robin is being Robin. I will do my best to make sure that no one will ever forget you..love you and miss you much.

Police Officer Freeman Smith, Jr
Inglewood PD

June 25, 2008

Thank You for having served us here in Orange County and Los Angeles County.

May You Rest - In - Peace.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

June 24, 2008

There was nothing small about you! Thanks for serving in a BIG WAY!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

June 24, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

November 28, 2007

BIG FRED, I BET BY YOU KNOW EVERYONE IN HEAVEN, BECAUSE YOU KNEW EVERYONE ON EARTH. I STILL LAUGH ABOUT SOME OF JOKES AND TIMES WE SHARED AT THE WOOD (IPD). ENJOY YOURSELF IN HEAVEN AND WE'LL SEE YOU SOON. PS I'M WORKING SIMON HOLLIS IN FRAUD, STOP BY THE OFFICE SOMETIME BRO. MISS BIG GUY. NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!!!!

DETECTIVE LIONEL GARRETT
THE WOOD

August 7, 2007

Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.

Motor Officer Danny Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

June 19, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

August 3, 2006

We love and miss you Fred, keep a little spot of heaven warm for us brother, all of us will be with you soon.

Sergeant Mark Fried
Inglewood PD

May 19, 2006