Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff Archer Thomas Belcher

Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office, Virginia

End of Watch Saturday, February 17, 1912

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Archer Thomas Belcher

On a walk this morning I happened upon a gentleman who told me Deputy Sheriff Belcher's story. The man was a great grandson. You could hear the pride in his voice, but there was a sadness in his eyes as he shared the story of D. S. Belcher's service and untimely passing. This officer is remembered, as he should be.

E. Dinger
Area resident

June 18, 2023

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

March 22, 2019

This guard was my grandfather.The family is so proud of his service and hope one day you and others will be recognized. His son, my father was Melvin Archer Belcher born in February 1906 in Chesterfield County, Virginia.

Joyce Ann Belcher Skelton
Granddaughter

December 11, 2016

My grandfather. Our family talks of you frequently and stand proud for you

Melvin A. Belcherskelton, Jr
Grandson

June 18, 2016

Never forgotten. R.I.P. brother, we have the watch.

SGT. J.L. SLAUGHTER
RADFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT

February 17, 2015

I am honored to get to stand for Guard Archer Thomas Belcher each year at the Public Safety Memorial in Chesterfield, Virginia. I woudl like to obtain a copy of a photo so that a portriat could be completed in his honor and displayed at this ceremony. If anyone has a photo, please contact me at Central Virginia Correctional Unit in Chesterfield, Virginia. Telephone numbers: 804 796 4277, 804 248-8976. E-Mail: [email protected].

Tammy Estep, Superinendent
Virginia Department of Corrections

June 25, 2014

This is my great grandpa and i am very proud to see this wall and that we have used the internet in such a positive way. I love you great grandpa and your son Raymond was a great man too.

Mike Bryant
Great Grandson

June 1, 2012

RIP Sir, a hero is never forgotten.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 17, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 88th 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 18, 2010

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 11, 2008

Guard Belcher,
Sir, today you are being remembered for the ultimate sacrifice you made. Thank you Sir, may you rest in peace in knowing that our Hero's never die but are forever alive in our hearts. Mother-in-law of: Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04 Asheville, North Carolina

Carolyn Moore

March 18, 2007

Your sacrifice is NOT forgotten Sir!!

Police Officer
Chesterfield County Police Dept., VA

March 17, 2007

GOD Bless you and your family!

May you Rest In Peace, you are not forgotten.

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

March 14, 2007

May you rest in peace knowing that you have not been forgotten.G-d Bless.

March 14, 2007

Guard Belcher,
It has taken over96 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Virginia.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

March 13, 2007

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