Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Lasater Family,
I can’t believe it’s been over 3 months now since our class graduated. I continue daily to think about you all and I know that all I can do is pray and believe that God continues to give you all the strength and courage to get through these times. I carry with me always Larry’s necklace that you Joann gave us at our graduation. To me it’s a symbol of hope, peace, and courage. It's helps me to do what right and always remember how Larry touched so many of our lives.
God Bless you all,

Taylor Gillis
Class 14

Taylor Gillis
Class 14

July 31, 2007

I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers while you and
your family endure this hard time of trial. Be sure God will see that justice is served and those animals get whats
coming to them!!!! I still say let the families be the ones
to determine their future!!!! I know god wont let you down
this time!!!! God bless you all!!

LEO Extended Family in Florida

July 30, 2007

Just letting you all know that you are in my thoughts, and prayers. I have been wearing my Larry Lasater necklace in support of this time. We are all with you! God Bless all of you!

Vanessa
Class #14

July 28, 2007

Thinking of you and your precious family.

Linda Rittenhouse
Matt's Mom

July 26, 2007

Ofc. Lasater,

My fellow Officer and Marine, I am praying for the strength of your family and friends during the trial. We were there for Isaac (Espinoza) and understand how difficult it will be, particularly since we are bound by our title as peace officers, that is so harshly stripped away for the trial. I worked with Zak and watched him leave that night, no one can take that away from me. I pray that your outcome is what its supposed to be, particularly since Officers are bound by "in the line of duty" laws, and those should be strongly upheld. Mrs. Loya, thank-you...Keep your heads high and take each moment one day at a time, bless you and yours. This month also marks the 1yr. of the loss of our other brother SFPD/Marine Nick Birco. Set up your fire team and charge forward! Semper Fi, PB.

Ofc. Patty Brown, USMC
SFPD, Bayview MIDS

July 26, 2007

As your trial begins, I hold your family, department and friends close in my heart. I pray that the right outcome happens for you and as it did for us in San Leandro.

It will be a long emotional roller coaster, but in the end only one conclusion can be reached ... death.

Please wrap your wings around all ... your strength is needed now.

If I am able and there is space, I will stand in the court room to support your family as your mother has done in the past for the Niemi/SLPD family.

Bless you Officer Larry Lasater ... may you continue to walk the beats above in peace.

Jailer Thompson
San Leandro Pilice Department

July 24, 2007

TO THE LASATER FAMILY,
I READ OF THE OPENING OF THE TRIAL AT policelink.com. I KNOW HOW DIFFICULT THIS TIME WILL BE FOR YOU. I AM PRAYING YOU CAN GET THROUGH THIS WITH A MINIMUM OF EMOTION. YOU ARE A VERY STRONG AND FAITHFUL FAMILY, AND I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU HAVE MY 100% SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THIS ORDEAL. KNOW THAT YOU HAVE PRAYERS FROM ACROSS THIS COUNTRY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

OFFICER LASATER, NEVER FORGOTTEN.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

July 24, 2007

Stay Strong, You have more prayers and strength on your side than you know... don't question your strength and sanity... It will come naturally. You have the Heaven's on your side... Remember even if justice does not happen here on earth, the day will come when they have to face there maker... and Larry will be right there on the higher powers side. To give details..

Always, your strength
Angel of Peace

July 24, 2007

Jo, you know are thoughts and prayers are all with you and we will be your strength during this time. Justice will prevail just as San Leandro was able to witness...

July 23, 2007

Jo Ann,

I know it isn't much, but you have many people who are with you during this time our hearts and prayers go out to you. If possible I hope some of our strenght will help carry you at this time. Stay strong hold your head high and do not give these men any satisfaction. Continue to make yourself proud and Larry will be there for you always, in your heart. Many warm hugs to you and Cody.

July 23, 2007

Here we go. Tomorrow the trial begins and I'm a nervous wreck. I'm not going to get any sleep tonight at all. Please be with me and keep me sane. I'll be wearing your dog tags throughout the trial. ONCE A MARINE...ALWAYS A MARINE.

Cody and I love you

July 22, 2007

MRS. LOYA,
I READ YOUR REFLECTION ON THE PAGE OF OFFICER BERNOSKIE FROM RAHWAY, NEW JERSEY. YOU ARE SO RIGHT, THIS IS SUCH A TRAVESTY OF JUSTICE. THAT WOMAN RAISED 6 CHILDREN ON HER OWN. WHEN HER HUSBAND WAS MURDERED, SHE WENT TO SCHOOL AND BECAME A REGISTERED NURSE. SHE TURNED DOWN A MARRIAGE PROPOSAL SO AS TO NOT DIMINISH THE SPOT IN HER HEART FOR HER HUSBAND. TO THIS DAY, SHE LIVES IN THE HOUSE THAT THEY SHARED. SHE WAS AWARDED A MERE $150,000 FROM THE CIVIL SUIT. SHE SPLIT THE MONEY BETWEEN HER 6 CHILDREN. AFTER THE FEES, EACH RECEIVED ABOUT $20,000. HERE'S THE KICKER. WHILE THERE IS NO STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IN NEW JERSEY FOR THE CRIMINAL PROSECUTION OF HOMICIDE, THERE IS A 5 YEAR STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS ON CIVIL SUITS FOR HOMICIDE/WRONGFUL DEATH. SHE MUST NOW PAY BACK THE MONEY, WHICH IS GONE. THIS PROBABLY MEANS A LIEN ON HER HOME, WHICH SHE PAID FOR ON HER SALARY WHILE RAISING HER 6 CHILDREN. I CAN ONLY IMAGINE WHAT SHE AND HER CHILDREN WENT WITHOUT. THERE IS A FUND SET UP FOR HER. I HOPE ENOUGH IS DONATED TO COVER HER LOSS, AND THEN SOME. I WROTE HER A LETTER MYSELF EXPRESSING MY OUTRAGE AT THIS DECISION, AS WELL AS MADE A DONATION TO HER.

I PRAY FOR JUSTICE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, AS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE TO SIT AND WATCH THE SHOW THAT THE DEFENSE PUTS ON. I KNOW IT MUST BE AGONIZING.

AND CODY, NOW TWO YEARS OLD. QUITE THE LITTLE MAN. I ENJOY COMING HERE AND "WATCHING" HIS PROGRESS.

OFFICER LASATER, NEVER FORGOTTEN.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

July 16, 2007

I just read the reflection from "Big Daddy" and it brought back memories of that trip I made to visit you and I met "Big Daddy" and we had such a good time. I hope to stay in touch with all those guys. I haven't been good about it but after the trial I really want to make an effort because Cody needs to know them. I also like hearing stories about your wild days. They always crack me up. What a character you were. So quirky, funny, smart, sweet...everything I could have wanted in a husband and best friend. I miss teasing you. You could always take a joke and you were pretty good at giving it back. When I think of our life together, the first thing that always comes to mind is something funny. You were never afraid of humiliating yourself if it meant it would make me laugh. One of the MANY things I love about you. I MISS YOU!!!!

July 16, 2007

Yo Brother,
It is hard for me to think of you not here and not raising your little man. The other day I sent a picture I found of you and Greg standing next to one of Greg’s ladies at Sharon's house party during TBS. I figured Greg could use some motivation in Iraq so having you in the picture inspire his courage and warrior attitude and the other person to...well you know.
If I had to name one person in my life that radiates life, has great integrity, inner strength, compassion for others, loyalty to a cause and offers a friendship that can not be broken, it is you! Thank you for being Larry ‘Slash’ Lasater. Love you man, Big Daddy.

USMC

July 16, 2007

Jo Ann,

When I read the things you write my heart break and it goes out to you. I know this really doesn't help much, but you are still in my thoughts and prays. I pray that life will get easier and you will find more happiness and remain safe. Remmeber Larry is with you and Cody at all times.

Thank you, for continuing to share, many warm hugs to you and Cody.

July 16, 2007

Cody is 2 already. I can't believe it. I feel like just yesterday he was a newborn. These two years have been filled with such a mixture of extreme emotions that it's all been a blur. I feel cheated out of fully enjoying the first two years of our son's life. I think it's always going to be this way. How can I fully enjoy him without you here?

Cody was playing with something you had bought him. I asked him who got that for him and he said "daddy". I swear I don't remember telling him that.

Love you

July 16, 2007

Officer Lasater, Just letting you know that you have not been forgotten and thank you for the Sacrifice that you gave. May God wrap your family in His love.

Tammy Persin
Mother of Fallen Military Police Officer
PFC Brian Thomas Gleason
8/9/2000

July 9, 2007

Just checking in to let you know that I have a backround interview with Brawley Police Department tomorrow. I'm really excited and I hope your family is doing well. I sent JoAnn the video of me getting tased in the academy and she liked it. Got to go and hope your with during the interview. Take care.

PRIDE IS FOREVER

Former Cadet Of Class 14
Palomar Police Academy

July 9, 2007

I pray for your entire family during this difficult time,
having to go through a trial is not easy but know that Larry will be with you during this time and always! God
bless all of you. Justice will prevail!

July 6, 2007

I pray for your entire family during this difficult time,
having to go through a trial is not easy but know that Larry will be with you during this time and always! God
bless all of you. Justice will prevail!

July 6, 2007

Jury selection is underway at long last. There is some peace of mind knowing that our quest for justice is at this stage of the process. I know you are with us and will keep us strong for these next months ahead that are so important to us. You are so loved and so missed.

I love you forever and forever, my beloved child. Semper Fi.

Mom

P.S. Cody likes to climb as much as you and James did when you were kids. He is so quick and agile you have to watch him every minute. He was so playful on Thursday when I visited with him. I think he and Seth may form a very young boy band as they both love guitars. How you would have loved to have seen them play together.

June 30, 2007

I recently found this site and was touched by the wonderful tribute your mother left on the reflection site of my brother another fallen hero like you. You made the ultimate sacrifice and your family, community and this world lost another outstanding human being who tried to make a difference. I did not have the honor of knowing you in life but I feel that your spirit will continue to live on through your family and now my family.

Roscoe Christian

June 27, 2007

Cody did the cutest thing today. Scout was sitting in the patio and Cody went up to him and said "hug" and wrapped his arms around him. Cody kept putting his head on Scout and petting him. They sat like that for a few minutes looking out at the yard. He is so good with animals, he doesn't chase them or terrorize them at all. He just wants to hug and pet them. I know you would've thought that was the cutest thing.

Trial is coming up and I'm filled with anxiety. I know this is going to be such a difficult thing to get through. I'm having trouble sleeping already and it hasn't even started.

I was thinking today about all the things we were planning to do with Cody. You wanted to take your little buddy with you to see your friends and hang out. He's the type of kid you could have done that with. I know he would've wanted to be just like you. It's heartbreaking that he doesn't have you here to guide him. I can only do so much. A child needs a father just as much as a mother.

I miss you so much

June 26, 2007

We watched Cody last night. He's so much fun. His favorite thing lately is guitars. Whenever he comes over our house the first thing he want's to do is play both of his Uncle Peter's guitars. He has this thing where he strums the guitar, then throws his arm around in a big circle and ends with his hand held over his head. Well, last night we taught him to say something new. He stands at the guitar, does his big strum and then we say, 'Cody, I want to rock' and Cody yells, 'ROCK'!!! It's too cute!

Louise
Sister-In-Law

June 19, 2007

Happy Fathers Day Larry!!!! You are always in our hearts and memories and your son will grow to know what a wonderful father he had, and now your his guardian angel father! Lots of hugs to you Jo and Cody!!!!!

June 18, 2007