Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

our Oklahoma thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow

Anonymous

April 9, 2004

Such a tragic thing to happen to this deputy. It tore my heart out when I heard of this tragic accident. Just one county east away from were I work. Deputy Lassiter, Your job on earth is done now, Fly high brother for God has called you home to protect the streets of gold. Watch over us from above and help us do our job day by day. God bless the Family and friends of Deputy Lassiter.

Sergeant Deputy Sheriff Bryan Davis
Conecuh County Sheriff's Department

April 9, 2004

god bless your family i know you will be missed...we have your shift!!!

ofc morgan
fuquay-varina police

April 9, 2004

Rest in peace for we have the watch now.

Ofc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Dept.

April 9, 2004

"Our Greatest Fear"

Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
too many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.



Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller

Master/Trooper D.J. Miller
Indiana State Police Dist.13

April 9, 2004

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Deputy Lassiter and to all the personnel of the Covington County Sheriff's Office who worked with him.

While it is no consolation for your loss, remember that we, and many others in this country, appreciate the sacrifice that he made in his effort to ensure the safety of the public.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

April 9, 2004

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Deputy Lassiter.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven. Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Anonymous

April 9, 2004

My sincere condolence to the family, friends and members of the Covington County Sheriff's Office.

Senior Trooper Keith Miller (Ret)
Oregon State Police

April 9, 2004

The men and women of the Illinois State Police extend our condolences and our thoughts and prayers to the family of Deputy Sheriff Lassiter and the Covington County Sheriff's Office.

Illinois State Police

Illinois State Police

April 9, 2004

Deputy Lassiter,

Rest in Peace Brother, GOD SPEED TO YOU, I will keep your family and the Covington County Sheriff's Office in my prayers.. Serve Heaven well.........

Officer
NC

April 9, 2004

America lost Another hero today, Deputy Lassiter was on patrol, doing his job, when he was suddenly taken away. Michael go patrol the streets of heaven Bro, your work here is done. To the friends and family, please put your faith in god, he will confort you in your time of need.

Sgt. W. M. Riley
Aragon Ga Police Dept.

April 9, 2004

Rest in peace, sir.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.

April 9, 2004

Rest Easy Brother Michael, the Watch is Ours Now and Yours was with Honor. Our Thoughts and Prayers are
with your Family, Friends and Co-Workers.

APD #128
Altoona PD, Altoona, Pa

April 9, 2004

I often visit this website after the death of two dear friends from the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003). Unfortunately, I had to add another friend to this list recently. Jeffery Hewitt with the Buncome County (NC) Sheriff's Department, E.O.W. April 4, 2004.

I am very saddened to see that another name has been added to the line of duty death list. Deputy Lassiter, you are the 34th person killed this year. You were too young to have to leave this earth. Thank you for your service to your community and our Nation.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and coworkers of Deputy Lassiter. Trust in and lean on God to get you through this very difficult time. I hope you find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers going out for you.

These are senseless occurrences that continue to happen. Thank you so much to the men and women who continue to serve their communities and this great Nation. God Bless You.

...Gone, but never Forgotten...

Marti Ingle (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 9, 2004

May the Lord bless and help you thru the greiving that you are now enduring. My sincere condolences to Deputy Lassiter's family, friends and his co-workers at the Covington County Sheriff's Office. The law enforcement community will never let you walk alone and will be there when needed.

Retd Ofcr LaVerne Sanborn
Indianapolis Police Department

April 9, 2004

Dear Lassiter Family,

I am sorry to hear about your loss. Take some comfort in two verses from the Bible:"Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted." Matt. 5:4 and "Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matt. 5:9. God Bless.

Ofc. Mike Snyder
Coral Springs PD, Florida

April 9, 2004

TO: The family;loved ones;friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER'S PRAYER:--- O, gentle Lord! Keep the day/night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty , I ask your protection from all mental,physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work, endeavoring to keep peace among your people.Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties.Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent on me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think no one really cares and that I am taken for granted, Sustain in me the convistion that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence.Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers, and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, I ask that I may return safely,after my tour of duty, to my loved ones and those who love me. I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer; and after my tour of duty is over here on earth,may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those that serve you well. AMEN *** REST IN PEACE*** Sent to you by the father of Officer First Class J.D.Koeppen Capital City Raleigh NC and Trooper D.C.Koeppen, NJ State Police

Chief (retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

April 9, 2004

My family would like to express our heartfelt condolences to the mother of Deputy Sheriff Michael Brandon Lassiter, as well as his friends & co-workers. You're in our thoughts & prayers. May God watch over all of you.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen DPD P.O. Jennifer Fettig EOW 2/16/04

April 9, 2004

God Bless you warrior....Rest easy Brother

Sgt. Scott Baggett
Harpersville Police Dept. Al. Highway Interdiction Team (HIT)

April 9, 2004