Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

hi sweetheart,
wanted to wish you a happy 23rd! never the same without you here! wanted to write to you on the 25th but...well you know. Your mom and Carmen gave me some heart warming gifts that truly made me smile and the kids wished me a sweet happy day. I felt very blessed!!!
Everything went great with the Fire Truck for the town of Rachel. Bryce and Mikeala had a good time and brought back great video of the trip. Your parents, Carmen, and Jimmy were there and had a good time as well. Everyone that put that together are angels of course. Ron, Randy, James, John and so many others that made it happen. I know they have love in their hearts. People just like you!!! love you Soul mate can't wait until we are all together again

kathy
wife

July 2, 2008

Howie,
You may not remember me because I think we only met once, but I just wanted to tell you the great impact you have made on me and many other people in the community. just yesterday I helped clean up the fire engine that the city is giving to Rachel, it made me feel good inside to know that even after you're gone you are still helping people. I am in the process of joining the ceres police explorers. I hope that someday I will become an officer as good as you were. Until then I will keep pressing forward in the pursuit of my dream and be the best friend i can be to Bryce and Mick. Thanks for being the great man that you were.

Matt Myers Bryce's friend

June 20, 2008

How:
Miss you every single day. Tomorrow we start our pilgrimage to Rachel. Ron and the city of Ceres have done so many amazing deeds in your memory and honor. Truly amazing. And now even Rachel will benefit from their efforts. I am grateful to see this place, which was significant, entertaining, and very enjoyable in your life. What an honor to be part this family. I love you so much.
Carmen

June 19, 2008

Happy Father's Day Sweetheart,
I am so proud to have you as the greatest partner ever!!! I know our children are truly blessed to have you as their Father and mentor and the greatest example of how to live their lives. We miss you more everyday. Your mom, dad and Carmen spent the weekend with us. We all went down and spent Saturday morning at your grove. We had a nice Quite weekend love so much Soul Mate

kathy
wife

June 17, 2008

Happy Father's day. I miss you a whole lot. I just took a trip to Walla Walla with my friends. It's a beautiful place, you would love it.

Love you

Bryce

Bryce Stevenson
Son

June 16, 2008

Hi Sweetheart,
just me again, wanted to keep you up dated from here, Micky and her team took first place in CYB this year, I know you were watching. I can only say she surely got all her talent from you. I know you were a great ball player in your day. Summer has started out with a bang. Bryce took off for Walla Walla Wa. to see Kim and Gary"s place. He is thinking about working for them in the fall. His friends and him are on a road trip even though gas $$$, they are using Micky's car, what a nice sister don't you think! Anyway I know they will have fun!! My mom is staying with me for a few days so we will be busy as well. Everyone misses you so much! We are pushing forward of course because you would do the same. Hope to see you soon!!! love you Soul Mate

kathy
wife

June 5, 2008

Hi my sweetheart,
thinking of you every second of everyday and missing you greatly!!! This has been a busy month, with peace officer week and all. We all went to the Sacramento Memorial as well as the Lakewood memorial. The graduating class of 2008 from the police academy did a wonderful" pride run" down to your wildlife grove. I have no doubt you were watching from above. It was the most honoring and humbling tribute and we will never forget it!!! We are keeping all in our prayers of course. Asking for each to be safe and always come home to their families after their shift is over. Whenever we see an officer drive by or on the side of the road with someone they pulled over, we ask God Above to bless them and bring them home safe! We NEVER want anyone to go through what we have. You did a great job preparing us for the dangers you faced and we are forever thankful for that, however we still miss you with each passing second and that will never go away until we meet again in Heaven! With more love than words can say Love you Soul Mate xo

kathy
wife

May 24, 2008

Sergeant, I recently saw a special on television documenting the incident in which your life was taken. I felt the need to come here and acknowledge your sacrifice. Thanks for your service, sarge. Rest easy. We'll take it from here.

Police Officer J.C.
City PD, FL

May 20, 2008

I will never forget that dreadful night. Howie, your family is doing well, but of course you know that.

Kathy, you amaze me, too. You and Carmen have helped me in so many ways.

Lawrence Borges
Modesto Bee Carrier

May 8, 2008

Love reading the thoughts left by those who love you and respect you! Just wanted to send our families love and respect. We understand your devotion to protecting your community and family everyday. You must be so proud, Howard, of your family!

Kathy, hopefully, we can soon get together with Aunt Patty like we talked about. I am so touched by your strength. You amaze me! xoxoxox-Sue and Family

Slattery Family
cousin

May 7, 2008

Sgt. Stevenson, just wanted to thank you for your service. My father was a Deputy for LASD and passed away only 15 days after you. I am currently in the academy and we learned about what happened with the shooting a couple days ago. One of the bravest things I have ever heard. You were a true officer of the law. Im sure you and my dad are buddies now up above. God bless you and your family. Thank you for your honor.

Recruit Tutino

Deputy Sheriff Trainee, Nicholas Tutino
Los County Sheriff Department

May 6, 2008

GOD Bless you Sgt. Stevenson, may you rest in the heavens. May swift justice be brought to your foes, and may GODS grace heal your families woes.

R.I.P. my fallen brother. Thank you for your years of service and dedication.

Deputy Kelly S. Bruzeau
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

May 5, 2008

Hi sweetheart,
well it is just me again, I know you do not mind because you had to talk to me daily when you were here on Earth, you did not seem to mind, if I remember.
I truly miss you on a daily basis. Anyway, Just wanted to let you know about the Fire Engine that is being donated by the city of Ceres to the city of Rachel, Nevada. I know that you have been Honored in so may ways and again you are remembered because of you and your friends and your connection to a small town in Nevada. This town was a place that you and the guys went to on a yearly visit. The guys still go every year and even made a memorial for you on a hill top. You made some wonderful friends there, as I am sure so many others have.(good people there). The City of Ceres is donating a older fire engine to the people of Rachel. They had no working engine to put out fires and they were truly were in need! Ron, our living angel, helped get the word out and everyone in our Ceres family came on board. So again, we are blessed to be apart of all that has come from your sacrifice...Pray for a safe trip for all of us. Some of our wonderful fire guys are going to drive the engine down there with us. I know you will be with us in spirit and that is truly a comfort! love you more everyday and can not wait to be with you and our Lord. Forever Soul Mate xoxxoxo

kathy
wife

May 1, 2008

Hi Sweetheart,
well it is Sunday afternoon and as usual you are in my thoughts! I was thinking about the many lazy Sundays we spent together. It is sunny out and a breeze is blowing through our windows. I can almost see you smiling and saying lets take a drive and do some geocashing. Remember when we went to Oakdale,down by the river and walked with the kids through the shallow water to find the cash. That was one of many I remember. Bryce has been talking about doing some geocashing this spring. I know you will be there with us in spirit. Micky is down in Merced with Elise this weekend. I know she is having a great time. I am getting ready to take a walk with Linda so I will talk to you soon. Can't wait until we are together again!
Love you always and forever Soul Mate

kathy
wife

April 20, 2008

Howie: As a Sergeant you did what you were born to do, be a leader. Keep guarding the gates!

Sgt. Steve "Sparky" Merchant RPD

Sgt Steve Merchant
Ripon PD

April 16, 2008

Hi babe, can't sleep so thought I would leave you a note. If I could write the words for how much I miss you, I would...You are never ever away from my thoughts! There are so many things that I could use your guidance on; I know you are in heaven and do not have to worry about Earthly things. That makes me happy, and yet leaves me without my wonderful, smart partner! Life without you is like life without air...don't get me wrong I am not whining! I am just missing you as always! I have learned to turn to our Lord for everything that I might have turned to you about. I ask Him to walk with me throughout each day. I ask Him to show me where He wants me to be, and pray that I hear Him. I am back to work and pray I can make a difference in others lives. Time has just passed by and I am not sure if I have made any good decisions since you have been gone. I am trying though...so I'm bound to get something right after all these tries! Micky is back in softball and is as happy as I am. Bryce of course is working and going to school. He comes and visits us often. The CPOA is Saturday and your family are coming down to hang out with everyone. We are looking forward and know we will enjoy seeing all the Public Safety Family. Always a good time! We know you will be watching over all and laughing because you will not have a hand over!!! Love you with every fiber of my being Soul Mate xoxoxo

kathy
wife

April 9, 2008

Thinking of you today, your wife Kathy and great kids, and Carmen and your Mom and Dad. I am holding them in my heart's embrace today.

Rest in Peace Howie. You are always remembered and revered.



Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eoe 4/24/05

April 6, 2008

Hi Sweetheart,
well it is Easter today and just like every other day we miss you too much!!!
Micky , Elise and I spent yesterday with Carmen and your Mom and Dad. We had a great time. Micky and Elise took a plane to Walla Walla Wa. to spend their spring break with Kim and David. I know they will have so much fun. Bryce and I hung out together for a bit. I think I am just a little boring for our 20 something
son. I enjoyed our time though. He is doing great and I know you are as proud of him as I am! I remember being his age, so I understand how important it is to be around your friends. Anyway I am happy for him. I have a to-do list for this week so I plan on staying busy. I made an extra long one so help me keep on task! I miss you so much...someday we will be together again! Love you more than words can say Soul Mate xo Happy Easter Our Lord Lives!!! Amen

kathy
wife

March 23, 2008

Hi my sweetheart,
can't say how much you are missed, everyday I manage to get through is one I am proud of. When you were here with us, the time just flew by. We never really understood what it might be like if you no longer were here on this Earth. We certainly do now. Though I know we are still making you proud, I know you understand our great sadness. Time has not changed our feelings of loss, though it has given us the realization that we can stand tall as a family and enjoy life to the fullest.
Bryce and Micky are keeping busy. Bryce has started a new chapter in his life. He moved out of our home about a week ago. He is rooming with some nice young men. I know he will do GREAT out on his own. He is still keeping up with his full time school and is planning to transfer to a UC in 2yrs or less. Micky is starting Softball again. I know she is happy when she is playing softball!! She also made Honor Roll and is looking forward to summer. Who could blame her! I am still studying for my RRT and plan to be back at work by May or June. Pray that I fine a job that will give me time to see all Micky's games this summer. I!! I love to travel with her and the team. Keep watching over us all. Love you Soul Mate

kathy
wife

March 6, 2008

Sir,

I just wanted to let yo know that I have finally made Captian in the explorers post. Im pretty happy and excited with the direction myself and Sgt. Berber are going to take the post. Im going to be take the Police Academey entrance test this coming saturday, im a little worried about the 500 yard run, but ive pushed my self when I practiced it and I barley made it, so I'll just have to push a little bit harder. The obstacle course is really easy, and the written test, im a little worried about too, but I think I can pass it. Im hopeing that after completion of the academey I will get picked up at Ceres, but only time will tell.

Bryce moved out with Drew, which im sure you've noticed, I tried to talk Bryce into letting me room with him, but he wouldnt budge. Haha oh well i'll move out of my parents house eventually.

Cpt. Anthony Silva
Ceres Police Explorers, Bryce's Friend

March 3, 2008

Howie:
Happy Birthday from all of us who owe you so much.

Keep a watch on your family who miss you everyday.

I know you always do.

Tom Cabral

Tom Cabral
Brother of Lt Robert Cabral EOW 11/05/05

February 23, 2008

Happy Birthday Howie....
Dan has been bummed around here thinking of you and your birthday. Miss Tori's and the 'support-hose'-watching u eat suchi or oysters (ew) and singing Nickelback in the bar...We all miss u terribly!

Joyce
family friend

February 18, 2008

hi sweetheart,
just want to wish you a happy birthday, I know you know how much you mean to all of us. We would have had so much fun if you were here!!! Everyday I tell myself, you are happy, everyday I know that is TRUE. We celebrate you and thank our Lord for blessing all of us. We thank HIM for giving us all the time that we had on Earth and all the time we will have in HEAVEN with you. We love you and can't wait to be with you. We will forever thank Jesus Christ for his sacrifice so that we will be with you again!!! Love you Soul Mate always and forever XOXO

Kathy
Wife

February 18, 2008

Just thinking of you. We went to the grove this afternoon. It is such a tranquil place. It still does't seem possible that it's been three years. So much has happened, yet it hasn't happened. I know you know how amazing Kathy and the kids are. They are an inspiration to us every day!

February 18, 2008

Hi, my sweet VALENTINE,
missing you with every breath I take!!! Can't wait to see you again...I had a nice day with my Mom today, but we need some extra prayer for her as you know. I am taking her to see her Doctor in the AM, so please pray for everything to come out Okay.
Micky is enjoying herself at Pismo with the gang! And Bryce is leaving for his trip tomorrow. Keep them close. Love you Soul Mate

kathy
wife

February 14, 2008