Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My sincere condolences to the family.

MSgt Ediberto Leal
USAF RETIRED

December 23, 2013

There was yet another traggic day in American history yesterday and I can't help but miss you and think of what we went through that morning of August 15th. Last night I held your granddaughter a little tighter hoping that your love and protection would beam through me and surround her from ever knowing the pain that the people in Boston are feeling. . . . Losing you was the worst thing that has ever happened to me, and I can only pray that nothing ever gets as bad as that. Thinking of you always.

Ronnee H. Pinder
Daughter

April 16, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 6th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged 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.

I pray for the solace of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 21, 2013

The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
October 2, 2007



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deputy malachi McCoy
Hillsborough county s.o. pid 4615

January 19, 2013

Sgt Harrison, you are thought about and missed everyday by many. RIP...

Sharon S.
Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office

August 22, 2012

Dear Sgt.Harrison: You have not been forgotten.Tonight your DUI squad held a memorial dinner in remembrance of the 5th year anniversary of the night you were violently taken from us after a successful DUI checkpoint. Thank you for your many years of service to the citizens of Hillsborough County and for your leadership in the fight against underage drinking and impaired driving. I know you are looking down and smiling, when you see what a great job your dedicated DUI deputies are doing, saving lives every night by keeping impaired drivers off the road. We remember your passion, dedication and your smile. We miss you! Rest in Peace.

Ellen Snelling
Tampa Alcohol Coalition

August 16, 2012

RIP Sergeant Ron Harrison. You are not forgotten.

Linda Merrick
Florida
Citizen

August 15, 2012

Another year, and I miss you just as bad. I know you are watching over our growing family and I wish you were here for this drastic change in my life. Your granddaughter is going to be born around christmas and I will make sure that she knows how amazing her grandfather is. I promise to keep your name and personality alive. I promise to show her the love and wisdom that you shared with me. I promise to keep her safe and provide her a life full of opportunities and great experiences. Thank you daddy for all you have given me.

Ronnee H. Pinder
Daughter

August 15, 2012

We will never forget... HEROES live forever and you sir are a hero. Continue to rest in peace Sgt. Harrison.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

August 15, 2012

Rest In Peace, Sergeant

39052612

May 8, 2012

Rest in Peace, Sergeant Harrison. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 13, 2012

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matthew
supporter of hillsborough county

December 16, 2011

It has been a long time. I just wanted to let you and your family know that you have not been forgotten. I think about you and your sacrifice and say a prayer for you and your family often. Rest easy Sarge.

Special Agent Justin Fleck, FBI
Former Hillsborough County Deputy Sheriff

October 23, 2011

4 years. . . . And a few changes. I know you didn't want me to change my last name so I just moved it over :), like grandma. I miss you terribly. I wish so bad you could be here to see me. Don't want to toot my own horn but you would be proud. You now have an amazing son in law, he walks around the house and whistles just like you! Not to mention he loves working out like you too. . . and of course he loves me with all his heart like you :). I see so much of you in him . . . that's how I know I got a good one. I can only hope that you have left your mark on enough men here that they learn the importance of being a great father to their daughters. Through all of your efforts you have provided me with an emotional gift that will last a life time.

To the others that have left comments, thank you. Each message makes the pain that much easier to deal with.

Ronnee H. Pinder
Daughter

August 15, 2011

My heart and prayers are with the Harrison family today as they face another EOW, may God be with you all. Sergeant Harrison, you sir are a hero we will never forget. Thank you sir for your service, dedication and protection to us all...

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb

August 15, 2011

I still miss you so much. I miss your humor and your guidance. I can still hear your voice in my head from all of great talks we had while working in Echo. I so thoroughly enjoyed the years that I worked for you and I learned so much from you. You were a wonderful supervisor, a great mentor and a beloved friend. I often drive down Kings Av while on patrol and say a quiet 'hi' under my breath as I pass that tree. I think about you often and know that you are watching over us and I try to make you proud. You will always be remembered.

Dep. R. Stewart
Hillsborough County SO

January 7, 2011

In 2007 I sat amongst a crowd at a youth function where you were being honored for your dedication to the youth in my community. As a child, I heard different names of the men and women who worked to convict my fathers killer but never had I put two and two together. After leaving the function the name Ron Harrison kept popping up as if there was something I had missed. So, I did a Google search. I know why your name had so much meaning.

In 1983, Sherriff Walter Heinrich and Assistant State Attorney Mark Ober wrote you a letter complimenting your work in my father's homicide investigation.

I was only 9 years old at the time you received this letter, but please know if I could have scribbled my name on that letter in appreciation for your work I would have. Thank you!

Lisa Harvey-Reed
Daughter of the late Cpl. Lemon Harvey, HCSO

August 26, 2010

In 2007 I sat amongst a crowd at a youth function where you were being honored for your dedication to the youth in my community. As a child, I heard different names of the men and women who worked to convict my fathers killer but never had I put two and two together. After leaving the function the name Ron Harrison kept popping up as if there was something I had missed. So, I did a Google search. I know why your name had so much meaning.

In 1983, Sherriff Walter Heinrich and Assistant State Attorney Mark Ober wrote you a letter complimenting your work in my father's homicide investigation.

I was only 9 years old at the time you received this letter, but please know if I could have scribbled my name on that letter in appreciation for your work I would have. Thank you!

Lisa Harvey-Reed
Daughter of the late Cpl. Lemon Harvey, HCSO

August 26, 2010

Sgt.,

On this 3 year anniversary of your passing, we all mourn for the loss of such a good family member, friend, and mentor. You are never far from out thoughts. You would be so proud of your family! We have kept close with them, especially Ronnie. May you rest in peace until the Resurrection, and we will see you again.

P.S. thanks for the Cayenne Pepper recipe that you gave Lisa for her lasagna, one of the last times we spoke. She uses it every time she makes lasagna, in memory of you. And, it tastes as good as you said it would.

With Love,
Brian and Lisa Noland

Dep Brian Noland
On his squad

August 15, 2010

Sgt Harrison,

Over the past couple of days I have watched so much coverage on the TPD shootings and I realized that I haven't been on this page recently, and for that I am sorry. I hear the news coverage and I think of you and your family. I just wanted to let you know that I have taken a lot of your advice and placed it into my day to day job. I miss seeing you around the district giving me that look that I had so come use to getting.

Rest in peace Sgt., you have not been forgotten for your service and sacrifice.

Deputy K. Schaaf
HCSO

July 5, 2010

As I sit here tonight thinking of the families of the 2 TPD Officers killed today, I think of you. I can't believe it has been almost 3 years. I think of the conversations we had, not about the job, but family and children. It never failed every time I would see you, you would ask how the kids were. Thanks for being a friend, and you will never be forgotten. God Bless

Detective Larry Eakins
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

June 29, 2010

Sergeant, it feels like just yesterday you were taken from us. I still remember the 1st time I met you. We were working together on a Checkpoint along 56th St. in TT. It was my first one and I was very nervous. You took me under your wing to guide me through the process and show me the ropes. you showed me some excellent tactics and gave me great advice. What you taught me then, I still use and remember to this day. Rest in peace, and I know we'll meet again.

Officer
TTPD

December 1, 2009

Thank you for your Service and Sacrifice, you have not been forgotten.

Rest easy Sarge...

James Clendening
Glades County Sheriff's Office, FL

September 17, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over all of them and those still out on patrol. Thank you for such a long and dedicated career to others. You will never be forgotten.

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

August 15, 2009

To Sgt. Ron Harrison, his family and his fellow officers with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Sgt. Harrison’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Sgt. Harrison and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff

August 15, 2009