Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the Lawn Family,
My daughter, Allison, played TYA soccer with Kelly. We are members of Corpus Christi and I remember when I read about the untimely passing of your dear husband, father, brother...
We lost a relative in a tragic car accident in August. My nephew was only 20 yrs. old. I hope that in time your grief is alleviated and great memories replace the sadness. It is so difficult. We are trying to get through each day.
Thank you, Officer Lawn, for protecting our community and I pray that your intercessions for your family and friends lead them to heaven someday! Please say hi to our Daniel for us. He was a three sport athlete in high school and was to be a junior at WVU. We miss him terribly.
God bless all of you,
Maureen Hill

Maureen Hill

October 19, 2006

Hey bro,
Please bless this year's race. I dream of more and more people considering your name as synonymous with goodness and compassion. We want to do GREAT things through you...please lead us in the right direction.
Love,
Bobby

Bobby Lawn
Brother

October 15, 2006

Richie,

Happy Anniversary! It would have been 17 years for us. The time we had together was a blessing. Things are changing and I need you now more than ever. Stay close. I love you.

Laurie
Richie's wife

September 24, 2006

College football weekends...they are great but just not the same without you. I find myself thinking of your reactions to plays and start laughing to myself. Watching football with you WAS A SPORT IN ITSELF!

Miss you and love you,
Erin

Erin Lawn
sister

September 19, 2006

Richie,

I wish you were there on Sunday. I know you were watching, but it's not the same. We miss you and love you so much.

Laurie
Richie's wife

September 19, 2006

I had to write narrative for homework, and I immediately thought of the day at the shore when we got the phone call that you passed away. Uncle Richie, your children are the most wonderful people I know. You were the funniest uncle EVER!! There is going to be the 5K run soon, and I am going to run my heart out (literally! haha) just for you. I can't wait to see you again. Have fun with Jesus up in heaven and say hello to Tara for me.

Your niece, Amy

September 14, 2006

Hey Richie,

Was in the Holy Land this weekend (Notre Dame, not the Middle East) and had an occasion to stop and say a prayer at the Grotto. It was the most perfect day and needless to say, all of the candles were lit in honor of all those that have passed but still remain in our hearts. It was amazing seeing both the PSU fans and the Irish fans come together in such a holy place. Grown men were crying as they saw this special place for the first time and I thought of you and how you would have loved to be there with us.

Miss you and continue to keep watch over the family. And by the way, Irish 42-PSU 17. We are....ND

Your cousin, Dan

Dan Allerton

September 12, 2006

Missing you so very much.

August 30, 2006

Rich,
Thank You for all that you did for me during my dispatch days at Lower Gwynedd and the company on those long midnights. You are always in my thoughts and will never be forgotten. I appologize it took me so long to write.
Thank You
Tom N.

Tom Nerlinger
Royersford PD

August 19, 2006

Rest in peace, Officer Lawn. You will never be forgotten.

PN/FF

August 12, 2006

Bubba,
Stopped by on the 28th to visit with ya, thanks for seeing me through. Boy did that become more difficult with every step. You are as everyone has said, the continuous role model for all.

Love ya man!

Jeffrey F. Mullaly
UGFD

August 2, 2006

To the family and loved ones and fellow officers of Officer Richard Lawn, and most especially to Richard himself.

On this the third anniversary date of your tragic death, I wanted to honor and remember your memory and your sacrifice.
Rest in Peace, Richard.

In reading the loving reflections left for you, I can see that you were an amazing husband, father, friend, officer and family member. Your valor and courage will be forever remembered.

To your children, I am touched by how you use this site to communicate with your father and share your life with him. I am sure that he is extremely proud of you guys and all your accomplishments. I hope that you make it at Penn State, Katie, because that is your dream, but wherever you end up going for your college education, know that your father is watching over you with pride.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Richard gave to his community and the citizens of Pennsylvania, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 28, 2003.

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

July 28, 2006

Dad,
I have missed you every hour, minute, and second of these three years. I MISS YOU!!! XOXO

Kelly
Daughter

July 28, 2006

Bubba,

I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know that you will never be forgotten.

We are....

July 28, 2006

Three years today. It seems like only yesterday that we were joking around and having fun. Mike said it in his message, there is not a day that goes by that someone does not have a Richie story. Continue to watch over us. We miss you!

Scott Clark
Upper Gwynedd Twp PD

July 28, 2006

Richie,

It was 3 years ago today that you left this world. Sometimes it seems like yesterday, because I still see the events of that day so clearly. Other times it seems like forever because I haven't seen you or touched you in so long. I can't put into words how much I miss you in my life. God definately knew what he was doing when he sent you to me. You were everything that I needed. I know how blessed I was and still am. I carry you and your values and ideals with me everyday. Your rules still apply in our household and so do all your expectations. You have provided me with the perfect role model for our children. Like myself, when questioning a situation, they ask themselves what you would do and they are on the right road. They continue to try and make you proud and I know you are. Thank you for what you taught us and shared with us. I know you will be with us forever. I love and miss you.

Laurie
Richie's wife

July 28, 2006

Big Daddy,
Tomorow we will honor you at our station. Although this will be formal and be permanent at the station, it is one of the many times we honor you for all you did for us. Everyday you are remembered and our stories about you keep you alive in our hearts. The people who didn't know you are seeing how much they missed by not knowing you. For a man of such few words, you sure get your share of stories told about you. Please continue to watch over us and keep us safe. That is what you taught me and I will continue to pass that on. Peace.

Roggo

Mike Rogge
LGPD

July 27, 2006

Dad,
I have been away for the past few weeks. First at Penn State with field hockey camp and then in Ocean City for vacation. Being at Penn State really made me think of you and I tried my hardest everyday to make you proud. The beach was great. I really had a good time playing with Michael, Richie, and Brigid. Uncle Mike and Aunt Tricia have been so helpful and caring that it made the beach all the more fun. It was also alot of fun hanging out with Uncle Mike's family. It was hard sometimes not having you with us, but I knew you wouldn't want me to sit around when I could be hanging out on the beach. I am sure you know that Aunt Mary-Kate got engaged and I am so unbelievably happy for her, but I can't help but think about when I get married and you wont be able to walk me down the aisle or have a father daugther dance with me. Although I know you will always be there in spirit. Unfortunately vacation doesn't last forever and now I am home.
Field Hockey is also coming up soon and I am really nervous. I had such I great time last year and I want to continue being on the team and improving my skills. And this year is my junior year and that means my grades are super important. Thats what really scares me. I try very hard in school but all I have ever wanted was to go to Penn State University and I am afraid i won't be able to. I know you would tell me that as long as i tried my best I couldn't ask anymore of myself. This year is going to be really busy for me with school, field hockey, soccer, ski/ board club,and key club, but I know a very important part of my life is relaxing and having some me time since I forget to do that alot.
Well Friday is July 28th and I really wanted to do something in your honor, but I jsut don't know what could honor a man so amazing. I know you would just want me to have fun and I am going to a Phillies game with a friend that night, but I feel like being with you more.
I also wanted to ask your help because lately I hear lots of kids making fun of their parents or speaking badly about their parents. I know its a common thing I will admit I am not perfect but I think I have learned more than many kids my age that we should always show how much we care about someone. I miss you so much and love you so much. <3

Katie Lawn

July 25, 2006

It will be 3 years that you were called away from your loved ones and I know the pain is still in their hearts and will for the rest of their lives. You will never be forgotten by those that love you dearly nor will the Blue Family ever let you be forgotten as heroes never die and you are a true hero. Protect your family, keep watch over them and visit them in their dreams to let them know you are okay and watching over them. You have not been forgotten.

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

Bob Gordon, Gold Star Father

July 24, 2006

Thank you!

June 30, 2006

Richie,
I miss you so much and I know you are listening when I talk to you. Katelyn's b-day party was great and she and all her friends seemed to have so much fun. I know you were there. Its so hard without you and sometimes its like I don't want any milestones to come along, because they just aren't the same without you here. Help us all to deal without you here next to us.

(FYI- PSU got ranked 21...???)
I love you,
Erin

Erin Lawn
sister

June 23, 2006

Richie,

Happy Father's Day. We miss you so much. Today was a tough one, but you would really be proud of your kids. They handle some really painful and uncomfortable situations so well. They definately have your strength. Thanks for halping us through these tough times. I believe your guidance and examples have helped us survive. I love you.

Laurie
wife

June 19, 2006

Hey Rich,
Been thinking about you a lot lately. We had our 25th class reunion a few weeks ago and you were missed. It was'nt the same without you there. I remember laughing to myself at one point during the night when I thought of the time Mr. Probert said "If you don't like this, then get up and leave!" so we did. I remember him yelling down the hall "Your two better get back here!" That though lead me to senior week, need I say more! These are all times of my life that you were part of and ones that I will never forget. The reunion was nice, a decent turn out and for the most part everyone still looks the same. Thanks for the help you've been giving me, I miss ya!

Rusty

June 13, 2006

Dad,
I miss you I wish you were here with me. XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO

Kelly
Daughter

June 9, 2006

Dad,
My sweet 16 party is coming up and i am so excited, but i wish you could be there. I know you would have a lot of fun telling me how you would embarass me even though you never did. I will be thinking about you and missing you! <3 u!!!

Katie
daughter

June 7, 2006