Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Rosa,

I am currently a recruit in Class # 403, with LASD. My condolences go out to you and your family. As I was reading your bio, I felt a mix of emotions and I know now more than ever that becoming a Deputy Sheriff, is exactly what I want to be. Your life was shortly lived, but your legacy will live on forever. I will push myself so much harder in the academy and I will keep you in my mind as an image of someone, I can hopefully one day become.

Recruit Jaimes
LASD Class # 403

September 27, 2014

Deputy Rosa,
Today DST Class #403 will pay our respects to a fallen deputy and I knew at that moment I would chose you. Your story and your achievements are not unknown to me. Before starting the academy, I too worked IRC so I walked past your memorial often and heard nothing but great things about you and your success while in custody. On the 8 year anniversary of your passing, I had the honor of standing watch at your memorial and I hope to get the opportunity to do that again one day. You will never be forgotten. Although I didn't get the honor of knowing you, your partners continue to share your story which still inspires me today as it did the first time I heard it. You, your family, your friends, and your partners will continue to be in my prayers. Thank you for your bravery, honor, and service.

Recruit Rosario
LASD Class #403

September 27, 2014

I am a current recruit with LASD class 400. I did not Know Deputy Rosa personally but these past few days I have heard nothing but great things about her from all her fellow deputies. I realize that I missed a great opportunity to serve along side someone with great honor. Thank you for your overwhelming dedication.

Proverbs 31:29

Recruit Villalobos (LASD CLASS 400)

Recruit Villalobos

March 30, 2014

'Good people sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.'
-George Orwell

Rest in Peace
Maria Rosa

Veronica
LASD

March 28, 2014

I often see your name on the 710 when I am headed home and I have always wondered about you. I too work for the LASD. To know the story behind your death is appauling. Why do so many people have a problem with law enforcement? All they set out to do is enforce the law. You were gone too soon. Now when I head home today from work, I can put a face with that name. Deputy Rosa, I know you are keeping heaven safe.

N/A
LASD

March 28, 2014

It is going on 8 years when my LASD family lost a sister. I have only been on 1 year, and let me tell you how amazing it is to know that your legacy still lives on. I read a presentation on you which described all you did throughout your custody time. It inspired me even more to work hard everyday and learn as much as I can. I, too, am apart of the IRC family so I pass by your memorial almost every day. Seeing the way the department has honored you proves that we may be going through rough times and changes now, but we stick together. You inspire me, Deputy Rosa. Not just because of the deputy you were, but the woman you were. You make me proud to be a woman on the department and all you've accomplished in your time on is admirable. I didn't know you personally, but I wish you were here to tell me all your courageous stories from what you did while you were on Non Comp, to Homicide, and even your days at Booking Front or Class Rear. To know that you were where I am now, and you accomplished all you did is motivation to keep going. Although I didn't get the pleasure of meeting you, you live through your partners and even 8 years later, they continue to spread your love and achievements. Thank you, Deputy Rosa, for paving the way for women on the department. Thank you for being the courageous deputy you were. I will stand watch on March 28 on the right side of your memorial with my head held high for my fallen partner. You will always be remembered. Your legacy lives.

-Anonymous
IRC

March 25, 2014

I would like to show my respect to Deputy Rosa who worked at the Inmate Reception Center for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Prior to joining academy class 400 I also worked IRC. I have a lot of respect for both Deputy Rosa and her family. I did not personally know Deputy Rosa but have learned that she was an awesome leader who really cared about her law enforcement family. She is great inspiration and motivation for everyone.

DST Franco
LASD

March 24, 2014

The moment an individual becomes part of Law Enforcement, they immediately extend there family. The lost of a sibling is an overwhelming emotion, and realization of how valuable life is. Siblings are an intricate part of out lives, who help make us who we are. Siblings and there death affects us in ways we could never imagine, until unfortunately they are no longer with us in life. Deputy Rosa you are proof of how you continue to live within the hearts and lives of your law enforcement family. Although I did not personally know you, it is obvious your presence positively influenced everyone of your brothers and sisters. Your story has thought our class and Im sure will continue to teach others, the importance of life within the law enforcement field. Life is valuable and never to be taken for granted, Thank You.

Class 394

June 22, 2013

Miss your beautiful smile everyday! Sleep well with the Angels my friend.

Sergeant, QB
LASD

April 18, 2013

Ceci, you are never forgotten, but truely missed. I know you are looking down upon us and protecting us with God's grace. One day we will see each other again and watch over our brothers & sisters together. Miss you!

E.Z.
LASD

March 28, 2013

I think about you more and more every year as March 28th nears. Although we can no longer speak with each other, I can still hear you calling my name. I miss you!

M.V.
Class #313

March 19, 2013

Rest easy, Deputy Rosa. Rest easy.

D.M.S.

October 28, 2012

Hello friend just wanted to say hello! Im and instructor now and a recruit was assigned to do a presentation on you! It was so hard to hear them describe the incident that ended your life, and it took me back to that horrible day!! At one point they messed up on the actual date it happened, and I got so upset that they did not do the research correctly. It reminded me of the day in our academy class 313, that a platoon had a presentation on a fallen deputy and they messed up some information and our DI's went crazy, I remember thinking why are they so pist off, well today I felt why they were pist off!!! However I ended their presentation by telling them you were my classmate, my partner at IRC, and that you were an outstanding deputy, and had you made it to patrol you would have been an outstanding patrol deputy!! I miss you friend,and you will not be forgotten, I know that as long as I have academy classes coming through they will always do a presentation on you so future deputies will always know who you are!!! miss you friend and till the day we meet again, I'm sure you will be waiting with a big smile!!!

GUZ
LASD/CLASS 313

October 12, 2012

'Good people sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf.'  
-George Orwell 

I didn't forget what they did to you, rest easy Deputy Rosa.

Pfc. Denny Washington #1714 (Retired)
Prince George's County Police

August 24, 2012

The last March 28 would have been your birthday. I know that you was an excellent officer, but the most important you was a beautiful sister. My father remember you with sad and love. We miss you aunt Ceci. I miss you a lot. Since the sky ask to God for us. We´ll love you forever.

Marcela Yanez
Niece

April 2, 2012

I had never given much thought about how many officers die in the line of duty until a couple summers ago when I was volunteering at a museum not far from the National Law Enforcement Officer's memorial in Washington, DC.

As I passed through to reach a subway station, I was taken aback by all the names etched onto the walls of the memorial. For some reason, yours stood out to me. I scribbled down your name and the date beside it to learn more later. Unfortunately, I misplaced the paper--but astonishingly found it mere weeks ago! The Internet informed me of the evil that took you--and all the good you embodied.

You are not forgotten; years later and many miles away, all those that believe in good and admire your bravery will always remember you & your counterparts on the memorial. God bless.

Justin M
Concerned citizen from Maryland, USA

March 29, 2012

Deputy Rosa, Some time has passed since my last reflection on your death. I'm now retired from the police department and still sadden by your death. I just wanted to say, "I still remember what they did to you". I will not forget.

Pfc. Washington #1714 (Retired)
Prince George's County Police

March 15, 2012

Miss your smile friend...everytime I pass the sign in memory of you on the 710 Fwy it send chills up my spine....Wish you were here ....

H. Williams
Class #313

March 7, 2012

I didn't know you but, I am in a Victimology class and they want us to do a report about Compensation given to a Person that lost their life, or actually the Secondary- survivors. I got a list of all the murders in Long Beach and know a couple of people who had lost their life. It brings back a lot of memories cause I am from here all my life. Actuall while working at a Treatment Ctr. where I was a Counselor another person I worked with was responsible for catching wind and asked me should she tell- or turn the killers in. I had to think of our mission statement for a Counselor and tell my co-worker our statement, "Create NO HARM!!" Well sorry Sheriff Maria Rosa somebody has already gone beyond creating no harm in your case and SOMEBODY needs to pay. I explained I could not live with myself if this information was turned over to me especially when some fool sat in a cell and bragged about taking your life.... I can't fix the World but, I shall be liable for my actions- Now let these young Men be liable for theirs. God Bless You Maria Rosa you haven't been forgotten! You can only dwell in the House of the Lord... for eternity..

Counselor - Addictions Specialist
Long Beach City College Student

November 7, 2011

I miss you!

Officer M. Viscomi
Garden Grove Police Dept.

July 19, 2011

I followed this case very closely, I dont understand why but as a fellow officer it resonated something inside of me. My thoughts are with such a brave and courageous public servant. Deputy Rosa is a hero to me.

Officer H
LVMPD

February 19, 2011

Deputy Rosa, it's been awhile since I've been on your site and many different things have happened but I haven't forgotten what they did to you. As time moves forward we tend to get wrapped up with our selfish wants and meaningless desires and get angry over little things. When I read your bio as well as other officers biographies I become sadden. Sad on how so many officers are murdered every year over absolutely nothing. I'm so sorry your life was taken but you live in the hearts of many. You stood for people who couldn't stand up for themselves and for that you are my true HERO. Thank you Deputy Rosa for your unselfish service.

PFC. Denny Washington #1714
Prince George's County Police

January 3, 2011

On the 4th anniversary of Deputy Rosa's death, we honored her service in our patrol briefing by reading her entry from ODMP. Each day, we honor one fallen officer on the anniversary of their death so as to keep them in our thoughts, and also to remind us of the dangers inherent in our job. Deputy Rosa is not forgotten.

Sergeant Zach Perron
Palo Alto (CA) Police Department

March 29, 2010

Rest in Peace, Deputy Rosa. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 23, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the third 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 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 Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 28, 2009