Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Recently moved to neighborhood nearby, but was from a town over, remembered this story from years back, I was too young, but I still make it a point to share his memory and thank him and law enforcement everytime I drive by that tree. Today, a crisp, thin blue line flag flys in the breeze on that shady S curve. Godbless brother.

Civilian Alex Janda
Civilian/Local resident

October 20, 2024

19 years. It's hard to believe it's been 19 years. Seems like yesterday. Your earthly time was short, but your spirit of service and sacrifice lives on.

Rest in peace, my brother. We will never forget!

Police Officer DJ Ostrem
Mattawan Police, Retired

July 26, 2024

19 years ago today Scot started his last shift. His ultimate sacrifice for the community he served has not been forgotten. And, the legacy Scot left as a faithful follower of Jesus is so much more. My family and I have been so blessed by his short time here on this earth. Scot, you are always remembered and loved.

Todd Oliver
Mattawan PD Retired

July 25, 2024

Scot,

Although you were only with us in uniform for a short time, we will always remember your energetic enthusiasm and eagerness to serve both the Lord and your fellow man. May you always inspire us in that regard. Peace.

PO DJ Ostrem, retired
Mattawan PD

September 1, 2022

16 years ago tonight we were in the hospital watching you pass into Glory. Thank you for your service! Thank you for the lifelong impressions you made on my kids! You were so young but left such huge shoes to fill. I love you and miss you Scot!

Todd Oliver
Mattawan PD/VBCSO

July 25, 2021

Still miss ya, brother.

Detective Jeremiah Kimbel
Barry County Sheriff’s Office/ academy classmate

July 25, 2021

Rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

July 25, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Beyerstedt.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 8, 2020

I can't believe its been 13 years now. Still think of you daily and your photo hangs in my patrol locker. I love ya brother.

Officer Jenny Evans
Niles City PD

June 26, 2018

A decade later my heart still hurts. But our God is good. One day we will be worshiping Jesus together. For now, still loving...still missing...

RLR

July 27, 2015

10 years have passed but the impact that you left on this world will last for generation's. My family and my kids are better because of the time you spent with us. We love you and miss you Scot!

Deputy Todd Oliver
VBCSO

July 26, 2015

We will never forget. Rest in peace, brother in blue.

PSO Vanbrocklin
KDPS

June 21, 2015

Just walked into Calvary Bible Church for a Christmas concert... haven't been here since I spoke at your funeral. Tears could not be stopped... love you brother!

Deputy Todd Oliver
Van Buren County Sheriff's Office

December 13, 2014

Went to Washington D.C. this Friday and found your name on the wall. I think of you every night before each shift. You are not forgotten. Love you brother.

Officer Jenny Evans
Niles City Police KVCC 64th Bluedog

July 27, 2014

Hard to believe that 8 years ago today we were in Washington D.C. to honor YOU and your ulitmate sacrifice. You are not forgotten Scot. Your legacy and testimony lives on in the lives of those you impacted and changed for the better.

Deputy Todd Oliver
VBC Sheriff's Office

May 15, 2014

I have your memorial pin on my desk as it kept falling off my vest. It serves as a reminder to what you stood for.

Probation Officer Ryan Hull
Noble County Probation Department

April 8, 2014

Dearest Scot, today I wrote about you in my book called "Out of the darkness and into the blue." You will never be forgotten my brother.


Strength and Honor!
DS TC

PSO Todd Christensen
Kalamazoo Public Safety (retired)

January 14, 2014

Merry Christmas Scot. You are not forgotten.

"Seeing death as the end of life
is like seeing the horizon as the end of the ocean".

-David Searls

Officer Jenny Evans
Niles City Police KVCC 64th Bluedog

December 25, 2013

I miss my hunting buddy!

Deputy Todd Oliver
Van Buren County Sheriff's Office

December 12, 2013

Bluedogs never die... they are born again! Thank you Scot for reminding me of this today. I will never let you out of my mind and thoughts. Thank you for protecting our flock sweet prince.

PSO Todd Christensen
Kalamazoo Public Safety

November 18, 2012

Scot,

Thinking of you and all of our other brothers and sisters who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Very proud of you all!

Jenny Evans patrolman
Niles City Police

September 11, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 5th 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. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 26, 2010

Next week I will be taking my 15 police recruits from Grand Valley State University Police Academy to 24th Street to meet you, Scott. They will have just finished a "fun" week of Emergency Vehicle Operations - trying to dodge cones. The story of your selfless service will be the reality check that they need to understand everything that's involved in serving a community. Please, Scott, be with me and give me the words to make these young men and women understand who you were and how you impact so many of us still.

Retired Sergeant Julie Yunker
KDPS / KVCC / GVSU

May 20, 2010

My mom and I just visited the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC and a very strange thing happened while there-after finding your name I was sitting on the bench (snacking of course) and a squirrel sat next to me and started wagging his tail, I reached over with a cracker and HE TOOK IT!!!! Thanksyou for making me smile, an uneasy visit turned out very pleasant. By the way, that squirrel let me take some AMAZING pictures while he shared my crackers :)

Dispatcher M Hartsell
Cass County Sheriffs Office

September 11, 2009

Hard to believe it has been four year already. Yet is seems just like yesterday you were running behind me, following in my footsteps. Please keep watch over us as we live your dream. Keep us safe Junior Mint.

Officer Deanna Schmidt
Mattawan Police Department

July 26, 2009