Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I have tried to keep up with the status of the trial(s). How heartbreaking it must be for your family to have to undergo the ordeal of mistrials, partial acquittals, and face further trials ahead of them. From my own experience, I know that the whole trial process takes a toll, physically and emotionally, on the families of the victims.

We are thousands of miles apart, but I think of your family often and hold your family in my heart's embrace and pray for solace for them and for justice for you and your loved ones.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Bill gave to his community and the state of Tennessee, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 11, 2006.

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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

April 8, 2009

WELL HERE WE GO AGAIN.WHEN IS IT EVER GONING TO END?I WISH THEY WOULD BURN ALIVE FOR WHAT THEY HAVE DONE TO YOU AND MIKE.I HOPE THEY GET IT RIGHT BETWEEN THE EYES JUST LIKE THEY DESERVE.ANYWAY KNOW THAT I AM THINKING ABOUT YOU AND MISS YOU MORE AND MORE EVERYDAY.WATCH OVER US OK.

Anonymous

April 3, 2009

Hey Boss,
It was just the other day I went by your memorial. I think it has come to a time where law enforcement just does not see its benefits anymore. It seems like in Roane County you can kill an officer and claim self-defense cause the officer was doing his job in trying to take the criminals to jail. I was just talking to one of our friends the other day who has gotten out of law enforcement and thinking of getting back in and his comment was that he would not come back to Roane County to be the police because he would not work for an area that would allow a cop killer to walk the streets. I hate to say it, but that is true. Hopefully the jury will wake up and this next trial. I will always be thinking of you and the times all of us had with you.
Stay Youself Bill
David

Sgt. David Laxton
Oliver Springs Police Dept.

March 27, 2009

Thinking of your and your today, Billy. You're still terribly missed and dearly loved.

WF
cousin

March 11, 2009

Hi bam, i just left a note for Matt and had to stop here, As you know there are not many "old timers" left out here these days, as i think of the lessons that you have to share with the young guys i can't forget your commitment to going home at the end of the day, that is what i try to live by and teach to others. You may be gone from this earth but your memory lives in the hearts of alot of us! I still cry like a baby when i visit here.To bill's family please know that we will always love you!

Your friend,
Mark

Ptl. Mark Steinmann
Crossville Police Department

March 6, 2009

"The strands in your eyes, That color them wonderful
Stop me and steal my breath, Emeralds from mountains
Thrust towards the sky, Never revealing their depth

I'll be your cryin' shoulder, I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when I'm older, I'll be the greatest fan of your life.
The greatest fan of your life….”
Thank you.

Anonymous

February 28, 2009

Hey Sarg just a note to say hi and that I miss you like crazy.One day we will see you again.But till then watch over us ok.And please see that those sorry Houstons get what they deserve.They think they are free and clear but we will prevail.We will rise up and take control maybe one day be happy again.I need you,I wish you were here with me I need your advice and your love as always.Forever and always you are in my thoughts.Along with you know who take care of them for me.I LOVE YOU>

Anonymous

February 20, 2009

WELL BILL JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT I WAS THINKING ABOUT YOU. I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT THE PEOPLE IN THIS COUNTY ARE HAVING A HARD WITH A VERDIT IN THIS TRIAL. MAYBE SOMEDAY PEOPLE WILL WAKE UP AND SEE THE TRUTH. I KNOW IF YOU WERE STILL WITH US HERE ON EARTH YOU WOULD STILL BE MAKING US LAUGH. IM STILL DOING MY PART TO TRY AND KEEP THE OFFICERS I DISPATCH FOR SAFE AND AS ALWAYS WILL HAVE THE UPMOST RESPECT FOR YOU.

THOMAS WALDEN
ROANE COUNTY E 911

February 17, 2009

Well we are going thru this again. I wonder when it will all end. But just know that there will be a day that they will get what is coming to them. COWARDS. Are we ever going to have peace?I love you so very much take care of yourself.

Anonymous

January 30, 2009

R.I.P.

nosey4u

January 21, 2009

I LOVE YOU DADDY. ME AND MOM MISS YOU. TELL MAMAW WE MISS HER TO AND WE LOVE HER. PAPAW IS NOT DOING GOOD ASK JESUS TO MAKE HIM BETTER I HAVE ASK HIM TO. I LOVE YOU MELODY. TIFFANY AND LUCAS IS DOING GOOD TIFFANY IS SOMETIMES MEAN TO ME BUT I STILL LOVE HER CAUSE SHES MY SISTER.

MELODY
DAUGHTER

January 21, 2009

I never knew you but heard of your case just yesterday.
My cousin was beaten and shot to death in the line of duty.
I CANNOT imagine someone doing this to a police officer and getting away with it.
You and so many officers are out there putting their life on the line day after day and not being respected for it.
I want you to know that I love you and ALL law enforcement officers out there, I would love to be a police officer, I have wanted to be one my whole life.
I hope and pray that there will be justice for you and your loving family soon.
You rest in peace.

With love and care,
Someone who loves cops

Kristy
A respector of police officers

January 15, 2009

May the Houston burn in hell ,and you laugh at them while they do Bill.I plan to go to the academy in a couple years ,and patrol SOR. If they get out there will be another time those inbred Houstons mess up again and then they will pay for what they've done. RIP Bill we will get them for you.

Anonymous

January 15, 2009

My Dearest Family and Friends

Somethings I'd like to say but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with Our Lord above. where there's no more tears or sadness just eternal Love. Please don't be unhappy because I'm out of sight, remember that I'm with you every morning,noon and Night.

The Day I had to leave you when my Life on earth was through God picked me up and hugged me and He said I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, You were missed while you were gone. As for your Dearest Family they'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly as part of my big plan. Theres so much we have to do to help our Moral Man.
Then God gave me a list of things that He wished for me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you.
I'll be beside you everyday and through out the years, And when your sad. I'm standing there to wipe away your tears.
When You lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight God and I are close you in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth and all the loving years, because your only human they are bound to bring you tears.

Please don't be afraid to cry, it does releive the pain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned, But if I were to tell you You wouldn't understand.One thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is over I'm closer to you now than I ever was before.

To My many Friends, Trust God knows what is best.I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest.

So, If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain.
And now I am contented that with my life. it was worth while,Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
If you meet somebody who is down and feeling low just lend a hand and pick him up as on your way you go.
When Your walking down the street and you've got me on your mind just know Im walking in your footstep only a half a step behind.
And if you feel a gentel breeze or wind upon your face thats me just giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace.
I will always love you from the land way up above We'll be in touch again soon
PS God sends his Love.

Anonymous

January 9, 2009

You don't know me, but Alex has told me alot of good stuff about you. It sucks that I never got to met you. The way Alex talks about you, your a really nice guy. I wish I could have meet you.

Have a good time in heaven.
Nekia

Nekia Watson
Alex's girlfriend

January 4, 2009

Another year almost over and a new one round the bend. Still you are missed and near to my heart. My love is stronger the longer we're apart. Happy New Year . . . forever and ever. As every New Year now is memories of you and what was and what may have been if you here. Watch over your lambs as they need you now more then ever before.

Anonymous

December 30, 2008

Bill,
I miss you old friend, I hope them two bastards burn in hell! In our hearts we’ll always know what really happened on that day despite what there $350,000.00 lawyer says.
Bill we will never forget you; you will always be in our hearts. Have a swig or two of shine for us in heaven my friend.

Always,
An old friend

An old friend
Harriman Police Department

December 29, 2008

MERRY CHRISTMAS DADDY I LOVE YOU TELL JESUS HAPPY BIRTHDAY I MISS YOU

MELODY
DAUGHTER

December 25, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY I LOVE YOU ALWAYS VERY MUCH

Melody
Daughter

December 21, 2008

Happy Birthday! RIP...We love you!

Anonymous

December 21, 2008

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones during this holiday season. Each day is a challenge for them, ever more so this time of the year. I have decorated the outside of my home in all blue lights and one of those lights burns brightly in your honor. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

December 3, 2008

Rest in Peace Bill. Its going to suck having another christmas knowing you aint going to be there all day with me like usually. Love ya be with me as i am on duty. Love ya

Deputy Wright / son

November 29, 2008

Gone But Never Forgotten

The years we've shared have been full of joy.

The memories we've made will go on and on.

I haven't stopped crying since you went away.

I've asked GOD time and time again, why couldn't you stay?

You lit up my life, my hopes, and my dreams.

You've opened my eyes to see what life really means.

So now that you're gone, how can I forget?

Because you were the greatest out of all that I have had ever met.

All I know is that you've always had my back.

I love you BAMBAM........
You're heart is with us Bam and all our hearts are with you. R.I.P. The greatest HERO that has ever lived.....
Love you Bam from the whole family

Alex Kerley
nephew

November 28, 2008

Rest in peace bro...CCSO

Deputy
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office

November 5, 2008

RIP.You are not forgotten.

Anonymous

November 3, 2008