Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Craig,

I have tried to leave a reflection for you many times over the last year. It is still very hard to find the words. You may be gone from this earth but you are very much alive in our hearts. It seems like just yesterday we were kids enjoying our teen years. From that time through marrying our high school sweethearts to starting careers, raising families, our friendship continued. Thank you for always being there for me. I miss you my Brother.

Brian
Friend

March 5, 2006

Craig, I'm so sorry it has taken me a year to be able to write here. I can't believe tomorrow night will be one year. Windi and the boys are so strong, but just not the same without you. They are sad, but trying to live their lives one day at a time like you would want them to. Even though I can't be there as much as I was in the beginning, I think of you and them often. At some point we will get on with a life not so full of grief, but I want you to know that you will never be forgotten. We all love and miss you.
Ann

Ann

March 4, 2006

Well Craig here we are at almost the one year mark so i dont know what to say except you are missed .my little girl said yesterday that you were in heaven playing with her big brother dont know how she knows guess kids are that smart man alot has changed since youve been gone it dosent seem the same anymore only people i talk to are my wife and kids i dont hang out or anything i treasure every moment with the fam as u did. never did make it to the beach like i promissed wish i would of. I still send you msg's without thinking about it it's just habit i guess well craig you are very missed but we will reunite one day until take care of my boy up there till i get there

dep. k . kessinger
mcsd

March 2, 2006

Sgt. " I know the gun is bigger than me, But your the guy to teach me to shoot it". Well buy bricks for your shoes and a parachute for your ass and don't come back to you have both Craig ! Your Missed brother !!

Sgt. Michael E. Lair
Lawrence P.D.

January 20, 2006

HOLIDAYS JUST AREN'T THE SAME THIS YEAR WITHOUT YOU BROTHER. I MISS YOU AND THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY.

RON

December 25, 2005

HOLIDAY:

We think of you and your family during these holidays, and offer thoughts and prayers as you celebrate without your loved one. Cherish the memories of the past and be open to new ones with your loved ones and friends. Your loved one will never be forgotten and always honored for their sacrifice.

Alissa Scott
Widow of Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-03

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network
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November 29, 2005

Uncle Craig,
You changed the way that I look at life. I cherish every minute you were in my life. Thank you for being a role model, a friend, and thanks for your service of a great nation.

Adam

November 5, 2005

Craig,

It has been six months, and I still am waiting for a phone call or your normal pranks. The family reunion is this weekend. Tomorrow actually. YOu will be missed, but I wil wear your shirt so you are still there.
Kevin and Johnny took them camping tonight woth Callie. I am sure that they will have a blast. I wanted you to know that things will not be the same without you there. I keep close watch on your brothers, and mother, and father for you.
I hope that ypu will open the door, and visit me. I miss you dearly and have no idea what ypu wpuld likeme tp do. I ask and pray to god every night, but you still have not come. Please open the door to me I amlost onwhat to do about everybody.
Never forgotten and alwats in my mind and heart..
God bless L.P.D officer unit 56!!!

Love always,

Jessica
Sister forever

Jessica Herbert

September 16, 2005

Craig,

It has been six months since you were taken from us. We all still feel lost without you. You were such an important part of our "little group" and there will always be an empty place in our hearts and in our lives. As for me personally, from the very first meeting, I knew you were a good person and that you would be a great friend. I had no idea that my friendship with you and Windi would become a feeling of family. You have always been there if I (or anyone else) needed you. I remember all the good times in the garage just hanging out with "family" and all the advise you have given me through out the years--I really miss that. The one thing that keeps me going is knowing you are watching over each and every one of us and that your love and friendship will meet us on the other side.

I will never forget you.

Keri

Keri
Friend

September 15, 2005

Brother we missed our trip to the beach i know u were there but we were not one day we all will be you are missed and talked about daily around my house i miss the late hours me throwing cuffs at bad guys cause im tripping and you are laughing why the bad guy is scrathing his head trying to figure out what we are doing.. or you locking my window and doing donuts in the snow why 21 is laughing at us craig i have not yet done what i promised and i feel bad cause ive been so busy also last thing brother i know you are upstairs please keep an eye on my boy Ian keep him in line till i get there your are missed but never forgotten

WG04
mcsd

September 14, 2005

To the family and friends of Officer Craig Herbert and fellow officers on the Lawrence Police Department:

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered with the death of Officer Herbert. I was saddened to read about the incident that took Officer Herbert's life. I hope that justice is rendered in this case.

In reading the reflections about him, it is obvious he was a dedicated young officer who was admired and loved by many. His dedication to his family and job will be forever remembered. How sad that he died at such a young age leaving a loving wife and two young sons.

My family grieves with you and for you.
In April, we lost our beloved Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg Police Department when he was fatally shot during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers. His first child was born 2 1/2 months after his death. Knowing that all these children have to grow up without their father is so heartbreaking.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Craig gave to his community and the citizens of Indiana, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 6, 2005.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

September 8, 2005

Craig,

Well it is the first labor day with out you here. we are going to the place that we would always go. I know that your spirit will be with us, and I know that we will celebrate your memory as we always do on every holiday. They will never be the same without your smiling face, and practical jokes. I want you to knoe that not a day goes bt that I do not think of you. I know that things will never be the same, but hopefully as the time goes by we can cope and deal. We are all here for the boys, and you wife.

Love always,
Jessica
P.S. I always thought of you as my brother, and I always will.

September 1, 2005

Craig,

The dedocation was beautiful. Wish you were here, and it was not needed. I miss our little play times in the garage.

Love Always. Jessica
Never forgotten & always remembered L.P.D. unit 56

Jessica Herbert

August 27, 2005

today is the celebration of levi's 10th b-day yet it is also the day of your murders trial, how dose it make since im trying so hard to think of the very moment of Levi's birth the way you would want thegreif of your lose stillsurrononds my soul missyou much craigy!!!!! even though all the time we spent away from each other every time we seen each other we still conected like we had been together evereyday, spending our great times we had,we'll both take to our graves!!I love you so much thing about you everyday ,you'll aways be my craigy!!! LOVE ALAWYS!!Casey see you in heaven cous.

your cousin casey w/ love & heartlost

August 11, 2005

Craig, not a day has passed since that tragic night in March that I have not thought of you. I miss you so much. I regret that I did not call or visit as often as I should have. Life is so precious. We had so many good times over the years, the latest of which you won my money! I will always love and miss you and look forward to meeting again. Thank you for your friendship and brotherhood. You were a irreplaceable friend. Rest in peace.

Aaron

August 11, 2005

Craig you will always be loved and missed. Your memory will never be forgotten and lives everyday through your two boys. I love you brother and I know you are always watching over all of us. Your sister in law Jessica

August 10, 2005

I was just thinking about the time Kevin and I took Craig snipe hunting. We took him across the road, from our house in Freeport, to a fence row around dusk. We had him armed with an empty bread sack and had him laying down on the ground calling for a snipe! He wasn't too happy with me and Kevin upon retuning home, after realizing that he had been set-up. It was that same summer the first time Craig tried SKOAL! That didn't go over very well! He was in the bathroom within 5 minutes and quickly said NO! when Kevin and I offered him some more.

Another fond memory I have was the day I turned 16 and had just gotten my drivers license. Craig and I spent 3 hours cleaning and waxing the '72 Cutlass. It was a rust bucket with duals and a 350 rocket, with a 3-speed on the column. I didn't have the courage to ask Dad if we could run into town to cruise, so Craig went in and asked for me. I'll never forget that day. Two young guys, just hoping to be seen!

I miss you Craig.

Jay

August 9, 2005

I have wanted to write a reflection for you for a while but it has been so hard to write my feelings down.I wanted to write about our friendship and tell some stories but it is too difficult so I will just say being your friend was a privalige .Thank you for always being there for me and treating me like a part of your family.In fact I know that over the years I did become family. As well you became part of mine.Over time we became brothers in friendship. I miss you so much , Craig, I think about you everyday.The only relief is knowing that i will see you again one day in Heaven. Friendship like ours is rare, so I wont say goodbye to you, I will say see ya later.

Doug
Friend

July 14, 2005

When I learned of Craig's death, it was the first time in years that I can ever remember breaking down and crying. As a full time firefighter I have seen many of my brothers die in the line of duty.......you really made an impression on me Craig and I will always think about the times we worked together. Thanks for always being there for me.

Andy Egger
Former LPD reserve officer

May 31, 2005

My heart breaks every day for so many reasons!! There are so many good times to remember... from when we were young, until we grew up... Ice skating in our tennis shoes, fishing, catching craw-dads, camping, Christmas with the family, cowboys and indians, playing on the railroad tracks, writing and receiving letters from him while he was over seas on active duty, how beautiful it was the day of Craig and Windi's wedding, cramming in the car and going to look at Christmas lights (as adults), just hanging out, and of course enjoying the beverages of choice!!! I will never forget the fun times we spent together. It was a joy, honor and a privilege being Craig's cousin and Craig's friend! Craig was a very special person to many and for many different reasons! I regret never telling him that! He is sadly missed by all who knew him! Craig always smiled, laughed, joked and pulled pranks. Craig made us laugh, showed us how to love and now, taught us why we should enjoy life every day!!!

Heather Huber
Craig's cousin

April 12, 2005

Nothing I write seems to say what I would like to say so... I pray for Craig's family and wish for them the strength to get through each day.

Lawrence Twshp Citizen

April 11, 2005

I can't put into words the sorrow I feel. Your loss to our department leaves a permanant void in all of our hearts. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you Craig. Seeing all of the people in our community come by and see the memorial at the police station was touching. The car was right outside my office window. I watched each day as young people from about 3 years old to grown adults leave flowers and salute. These people appreciated your dedication to the city and the people you served. I was so touched by the thousands who came to pay their respects. Thank you for touching all of our lives.

Detective Sergeant Matthew Miller
City of Lawrence Police Department

April 9, 2005

To the family and his brother officer's
Even though he is gone he will be with each one of you each day. He will be riding along with his fellow officr's while they keep the people of Lawrence safe. We at Jefferson County are saddened by your loss. He was a hero and will remain in the hearts of each person touched by him.

Lt. Michael E. Lamb
Jefferson County Sheriff's Dept. Madison In.

April 2, 2005

God Bless Officer Herbert,his families and the Lawrence Police Department!You will be missed by ALL and forgotten by NONE!My Thoughts and Prayers are with Officer Herbert,His families,and this Department!Thank you Brother for Service well done,Rest In Peace now as the rest of your Law Enforcement Brothers and Sisters will continue the fight on the Streets for You as You Patrol the streets of Heaven until we see you again !

Deputy Sheriff
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office , Louisville Kentucky

April 1, 2005

I MISS YOU EVERYDAY BROTHER.

RON

March 30, 2005