Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your sacrifice is not forgotten, nor in vain. May God have mercy on your soul.

Deputy Sheriff C. Shelby
Norfolk Sheriffs Office (Norfolk, VA)

December 7, 2020

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice are forever remembered by your fellow law enforcement.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

August 29, 2020

We are greatful for the courage, service and sacrifices of Deputy Sykes. May he always be honored in memory.

Maj. L. Carter
NSO Retired NPD

August 29, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 104th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. 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.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 19, 2013

May God bless your descendants and courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Major Larry Carter
Norfolk Sheriff's Office VA

August 29, 2012

Rest in peace, Deputy Sykes. Your sacrifice, dedication and bravery have all contributed to making you a part of history. You won't be forgotten.

PN/FF

April 24, 2007

God Be With You. May Your Sacrifice Never Be Forgotten.

Sergeant
Chesapeake Sheriffs Office

August 2, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Deputy Sykes deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. No greater love has a man than the will to give his life for another. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Deputy Sykes is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, North Carolina

June 9, 2006

Deputy Joseph Sykes was my Great Grandfather. I can remember how my grandmother would talk about her father, even though she was only 5 years old when he died in the line of duty. She always spoke about him with pride and was very proud that he gave his life to protect others. I want to thank all of those involved with this wonderful web site, and memorial to the brave officers who have given their lives in the line of duty. God bless you all.

Jim Copeland

January 11, 2006

"His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord." Matthew 25:21

Deputy M. Clifton
Chesapeake Sheriff's Office

December 6, 2005

Thank you for your service to the citizens of Norfolk and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Patrol Officer

September 11, 2005

Deputy Sheriff Sykes,
It has taken almost 94 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Norfolk County.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

September 11, 2005

DEPUTY SYKES MAY GOD BLESS YOY.

GILBERT DANIEL

September 10, 2005