Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Bran, I wrote one reflection and I did not get to submit it . I want to tell you that I saw a light at dusk one evening when I was at your monument. It was after I had prayed. I asked God to please let us be together again. I want to think that the light about the size of the red ball attached to a small bat
was a sign that my presence was known. I ask God often to let one of His angels be with you. I love you always and forever.

Florie Lassiter
Mother

July 14, 2012

Deputy Brandon Lassiter EOW 4/8/2004. A loving nephew and a great friend to everyone. I think of you everyday and miss you so very much. Your smile and your laughter were contagious. You could make everyone around you laugh. I truly miss you and hope to see you again someday. LOVE YOU. AUNT KATHY

Kathy Wallace
Aunt

September 19, 2011

My wonderful son, Brandon. You were my joy and my greatest blessing. I think of you everyday. I think many others think of that smile and witty personality wishing for
one more talk with you. I wish that so much. I live with hope and faith that by God's Grace we will see each other
before too long. I study my Bible and feel lifted with God's love. I am reminded how you looked to Him as your authoriity. I did not ever doubt God's affect on your life.
You were so happy whenever you accepted Jesus as your Savior and on the evening of your Baptism. You felt so good and we, your family, did, too! Thank you for all the love and wonderful memories. I love and miss you.

Florie Lassiter
Mother
September 11, 2011

Florie Lassiter
Mother

September 12, 2011

I read the reflections tonight. There were some that
I had not read. I miss you every day for most of the
day. It is 2011,but I am like many of those who remember your wonderful smile. I saw you in a dream sometime after you were gone. You hugged me and as I said how much I loved you,your head was near my ear as you answered,"I know, Mama."
Then we were at the crash site and I could feel your presence,but I somehow knew not to turn to look.
With my eyes on the cross placed there, I hollered very loudly."Take that down and put up one that says
he never died." I am grateful that I had that dream.
I pray for God's Grace to be with you again and we'll walk together and talk like we did here on earth. You were and are the most precious son a mother could have. I thank you and God for the blessing of you. I love you always,Bran.

Florie Lassiter
Mother
September 11, 2011

Florie Lassiter
Mother

September 11, 2011

Brandon,

It's taken me a long time to be able to come to your page. I have thought about you a lot these days especially this Christmas. I still laugh when I think about our first Christmas tree you said that one would have to last us until we turned eighty cause we were not getting another one.

It's been so hard for me to move on. I took your death very hard. I still have moments that I just sit and cry for hours. Thinking about us the things we did and the places we went or just nights sitting at home watching movies.

After all these years this month I met someone special even you would approve. The things that we use to disagree about and never changed, he has. He can never take your place and I wouldn't expect him too. But I have to let go to be able to move on. You will always hold a special place in my heart that no one can ever touch.

Before I sign off I have one thing to ask. While your up in Heaven shining down on family and friends please keep an eye on him cause he's another one in blue. Until we meet again.

I'll always love you!

Melissa R.
Friend

December 27, 2010

I also lost my loved one, also a police officer and also named Michael, to a drunk driver while he was out on patrol protecting others. So many lives are affected by an act that could have been prevented. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and know that you are a true hero and heroes never die. You have not been forgotten.

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

April 8, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

April 8, 2010

Brandon,
I didn't know this site existed until Brandi told me and it brought tears to my eyes seeing how much everyone loves you still as much as I do. I know your probably mad at me for going against what you wanted and joining the Army but after you died, I couldn't stay any longer. I still miss you so much, and writing this now makes me cry. I will always remember sitting at the huddle house with you and playing with Petey. I will always remember that we were supposed to be together that Wednesday and Amanda calling me saying you had been killed. I still carry you with me everywhere, in my heart, my mind, and in one of my favorite tattoos on my back. Since you were always on it about something, haha. I miss you big guy. Some day we will take that ride like you promised. I love you.

Nichole Stagaman Byrne
A friend

September 24, 2009

Hey Fatdaddy (my name for Brandon)....I couldn't bear to come here on the anniversay of your death but I kept being drawn here. I had a really hard time dealing with what happened and it has affected me everyday since then. You were such a kind and gentle guy and an asset to any police department because you had such a way with people. I wish you were still here to be a part of things, though in spirit you are always with me, and share the ups and downs with. I miss you so much I can't even describe the emptiness in my heart, I keep a picture of you on my dash and my fridge so I can start each day by seeing your smiling face. Had I know the last day we worked together would have been the last day there is so much I would have said. I guess if your death taught me anything it taught me to tell the people in my life how much I love them and how much they mean to me. You wouldn't believe how much we've all changed in four years.....Perry is a daddy (something I know you wanted to be), Chief has retired and I have moved on. Things in Florala have a changed a lot. I love you my friend, just as much today as I did the day that drunk took your life. Make sure you are in heaven's dispatch room when I get there.......

Jan
Florala Police Department

April 21, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the fifth 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.

I was moved by the heartfelt reflections left for Brandon. It is obvious he was an amazing young man who was loved and missed by so many. To Brandon's Mom, I know the anquish of losing a beloved son and understand the meaning of a life forever altered. One thing that will never change is the love we have for our children, and today I hold you and Brandon's Dad in my heart's embrace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

April 8, 2009

I would just like to say that I miss my friend so much still today! I knew Brandon from the time he was a "teenager" ( he didnt like me to call him that) up till this time that he lost his life. I knew that no matter what kind of day he was having,that when he saw me he would walk over to me and hug my neck and say "hello my old friend" then laugh at me!!and to me this is what a friend is all about!! I have to go by everyday the marker where he lost his life and I always say a couple of words to him as I go by the cross! He may be in heaven .but his heart is still here on earth with us! I MISS YOU BRANDON!!

Susan Byrd
Friend

March 4, 2009

I would just like to say that I miss my friend so much still today! I knew Brandon from the time he was a "teenager" ( he didnt like me to call him that) up till this time that he lost his life. I knew that no matter what kind of day he was having,that when he saw me he would walk over to me and hug my neck and say "hello my old friend" then laugh at me!!and to me this is what a friend is all about!! I have to go by everyday the marker where he lost his life and I always say a couple of words to him as I go by the cross! He may be in heaven .but his heart is still here on earth with us! I MISS YOU BRANDON!!

Susan Byrd
Friend

March 4, 2009

Brandon, it just don't seem like it has been almost 5 years since you was taken from us. I am in Washington, D.C. this week (March 3, 2009) and as hard as it will be I plan on visiting the Law Enforcement Memorial in your honor.

I miss you LL! (LL was what I always called Brandon due to a jacket that he wore with Lt. bars for Lt. Lassiter.)

Jeremy Douglas
Co-worker & Friend

March 3, 2009

Brandon,
I can not believe you have been gone for 4 years your grin is what i will always remeber...You are my guardian angel I know you are having a good time in Heaven...I learned alot from you by just being your friend...I got out of my bad marriage and have not regretted it one bit I now have a new life with a man I love with all my heart and soul........and he truely loves me for me THANK YOU so much for touching my heart the way you did..I also learned from you to never give up on my dreams, I admired you for getting your life straight now I can honestly say I have changed my life for the better i have been off drugs now for almost 31 months and God has blessed me...R.I.P and I love and thank you for being my INSPERATION....

Love you always,
Angie

ps. I'm living in St. Louis, Mo now and i am a very happy country girl lol.....and i smile everyday

Angie

August 23, 2008

I can remember all the times when we were on the reserves at New Brockton. The fun we used to have. Brother, I miss you! I never got to thank you for being there for me when my Dad died. You were my rock and truly one of the best friends I've ever had. I know now that you are with our Heavenly Father patrolling the streets of gold. Thanks for all the great memories I have of us together! You will truely never be forgotten!!! I love you man and Thank you for your sacrifice! may Flights of Angels see thee to thy rest!

Chris Sanders
Friend

August 6, 2008

Deputy Sheriff Lassiter, thank you for your service and dedication. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

April 23, 2008

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones on this anniversary date of you being called away from duty. I know for some it has felt like yesterday that you were here with them, yet for others it has felt like a lifetime that they were able to hear your voice, feel your touch and see your great smile. Stay near your loved ones, bring them comfort as I know the pain they feel as they drop off to sleep every night and then again feel when they awake each morning. Continue to keep watch over all your loved ones and close friends still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

April 8, 2008

It's the 4th anniversary of your EOW. So sad. How many have been killed by drunk drivers? Makes my
blood boil. Where would we be without Jesus Christ
as the center of our lives? How do people make it without Him? He's the only hope we have! I once heard a pastor make this comment and I've never
forgotten it. For a believer, this life is as bad as it
gets. For an unbeliever, this life is as good as it gets.
Brandon, those who love and follow Jesus Christ,
will see you again and the fellowship in Heaven will
be even greater than it was here on Earth and there
will be no regrets, no sorrow, no tears. Jesus Himself
will wipe away our tears. Now you tell me, who would
not want to make Him Savior and Lord of their life? Only a fool! I look forward to meeting you one day and
we will all laugh again!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

April 8, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH

April 8, 2008

It is hard to believe it has been almost 4 years since you were taken from us. It seems like it was only yesterday. I think about you everday. Lately, I have been thinking about you more than usual. People think I am crazy when I say this, but a year or so after you died I had an experience that let me know you were okay and I didn't have to worry about you.

I was at work at the hopsital in Ozark and was getting ready to work on a GSW. I was waiting for the detective to finish talking with the victim. When he walked away he turned back and smiled at me. I nearly hit the floor because it looked just like you smiling at me. Overcome with emotion, I had to leave the ER for a few minutes, but I knew it was your way of telling me everything was okay. After that I didn't worry about you.

You always made me laugh. Your death taught me so much. It taught me the importance of laughing and appreciating life. Each day God gives us is precious. He had his reason for taking you. I also learned the importance of telling the people in your life how you feel and how much they mean to you. I will never again take for granted that I have tomorrow to tell someone how much I love them. I know you are in heaven watching over us. I look forward to the day when I see you again. I love you, my friend!!

Jodi
friend

December 27, 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

November 12, 2007

I've lost too many to drunk drivers... you're too many plus 1 R.I.P. brother, you wont be forgotten!

P.O.
Rutgers University Police

October 9, 2007

Hey Man!! Just didn't want you to think I had forgotten you. NEVER!! You are always on the tip top of my mind. I drive by the crash site every night I work and just think and pray to God he watches over and takes care of you. Always with you...always missed! Lots of love for you brother. Carry on.........

Blaine

B L Wilson - K-9 Patrol
Andalusia Alabama Police

September 26, 2007

I graduated high school with Brandon, and we all will miss him. He was always so friendly and always would hug your neck. He also tried to make you laugh. The class of 1991 will miss him.

Lynn Carpenter
school mate

August 25, 2007

Brandon Lassiter is my cousin and I live in Biloxi, Ms, and my memories of Brandon are very special. While we were in two different states growing up and every year we would visit our Granny in Alabama. Brandon and my Aunt Florie always stopped by to visit Granny and my family while we were visting. I have fond memories of Brandon as a toddler, child, teenager and an adult. I think of him and smile; he was very well mannered, respectful, friendly, and he had the personality of not meeting a stranger. He is very special and I was blessed to have him as a cousin and in my life. I know what a great job my Aunt did as a mother and Brandon did too. The greatest pain in life is losing a child. Our faith gets us through life and I know in time I'll see you Brandon along with my siblings, father, and granny and other relatives and friends and knowing this gives me peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers always. Love your cousin, Janet

Janet Wright Dubaz
cousin

June 13, 2007