Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 30th 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.

I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. I share your parents' anquish in losing a beloved child which surely has to be life's greatest sorrow. They are in my heart's embrace today.

Rest In Peace.

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

December 19, 2011

"After absorbing the blast from a 12-guage rifled-slug fired in the dark at close range by the suspect, Officer Nicholson returned fire and emptied his sidearm into the fleeing suspect's vehicle, just missing the suspects head".... From official court testimony at trial.

He is a TRUE HERO!!!!!!!

"The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteousare as bold as a lion." —Proverbs 28:1.

Anonymous

December 15, 2011

God bless my brother. Everyone who views this site remember all your fallen brothers and sisters by displaying your blue lights for Christmas.Love you Chris always remembered never forgotten!

Friend

December 12, 2011

rest in peace brave one

Lt. J.P.
B.P.D

December 5, 2011

Chris,just thinking about you my friend.It's that time of the year when I think of you the most, because it's so sad thinking you will never be here anymore. Love you brother rest in peace

Friend

December 4, 2011

Chris;

One of the proudest moments was when I hired you as an officer. Your dedication to the citizens and your fellow officers were always evident by the way you did your job. You were a true professional.
You are sadly missed and will never be forgotten I and all police officers salute you for giving your life to protect the citizens you served. Display tour wings proudly in heaven.

Michael Potter
Former Smithsburg Police Chief

November 6, 2011

Chris,

You will never be forgotten and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.



I salute you...
Tommy Bowers

Former Mayor Tommy Bowers
Smithsburg

August 24, 2011

Chris,

There isnt a day that goes by that I dont think about you...i see your mom alot and usually end up chatin with her for awhile... I have made several different memorial items of you, decals and stickers for vehicles, I have given them to people all over the state, and i have seen them everywhere...I smile when i see them. Your missed greatly my friend!!!

Never Forgotten!!!

R.I.P.

Ofc. J.C. Shupp

August 23, 2011

Chris,

I drove by your memorial today as I do regularly... I think about you every time I run a call or make a traffic stop. You have made an impact on me and I didn't even know that well... Just wanted you to know...

God Bless,

-Billy-

TFC W. Talbert
Maryland State Police

August 4, 2011

"Hey Bay-baayy" haha! :) I saw an old red mustang at Dairy Queen the other night and couldn't help but think of the fun we used to have and giggle to myself. Missing you like crazy my friend. I'll see you again! Til then, my little blue policeman will sit on my shelf. Praying for Momma Karen and the rest of your family always. Love you :)

J
friend

May 12, 2011

Chris, Miss you my friend life will never be the same without your sweet soul on this earth heaven must be more wonderful of a place now that you are there .REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND YOU ARE MISSED MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER KNOW!!!!!

Anonymous

April 28, 2011

CHRIS,

As the days get warmer and the sun stays longer..I continue to ask myself where's Chris and why isn't he wearing his shades patrolling through town? Chris you were and always will be the best I hope that you left knowing that. You are missed everyday.

Anonymous

March 14, 2011

While hiking to the top of Hoye-Crest on Sunday I came upon a memorial to this officer affixed to a tree near the top. His family should know that perfect strangers come across this every day, and are grateful and respect the ultimate sacrifice that this officer gave.

He will be remembered!

- Amanda
Pittsburgh, PA

Amanda S.

March 1, 2011

Hi Son,

The days go by, family and friends continue to try and find a way to understand and deal with not hearing you laugh or seeing your smiling face any more.

But always remember this. You will always be in our minds, and forever in our hearts.

We Love you, son. The thing that gives us the strength to go on comes from the pride and respect we have for how you lived your life, and knowing that you gave your life freely in the service of others.

I know you are there with me, watching over me and the rest of the family. I can feel your strength. It allows me to go on through life. I am so proud that you are my son.

Rest easy Buddy, knowing you are forever Loved, and forever missed. Untill we meet again...

I LOVE YOU SON,
Dad

Larry Nicholson
Dad

February 12, 2011

Hi Chris,

Just wanted to stop by and let you know that you will never be forgotten. As hard as it is to comprehend, it has already been 3 years since you left us and still you are on the minds of a lot of people. You definitely left your mark here on this earth. I miss your quick, beautiful smile....we had a lot of fun times. Remember our gag gift exchange at Christmas time and everyone who could had to wear what they got? Those were some fun times that I will never forget. Rest in peace and continue to keep watch over us until the day comes that we can meet again!

Anonymous

February 9, 2011

It's been over three years since you gave everything for the people of Washington County,the State of Maryland and the USA. I learned so much from that day's events. I know because of it I will always be safer and will never worry about how the public will view my actions as long as I'm home safe. I drive by that area about once a week just to reflect/ remember. Thank you Chris, even when your not here your still saving lives.

Anonymous

January 11, 2011

Been thinking about you....
I start spring classes on your birthday:) I think you would be happy for me with the choices I've made. It might have taken 6years to sink in with things we've talked about, but I'm finally making them happen. You were one of the people who inspired me. You always said we were survivors; we were given a second chance at life. Though your life was cut short, you didn't waste the time you had. No one knows how long they have...I've used the past few years just thinking about were I want to go in life. I remember the hard work and dedication you put into doing what you loved. Im going to use that inspiration to do what I need for my life.

**When the day comes and I am not here, I will thank you for being with me.

Always with Love....

Merissa

January 3, 2011

Chris
It's hard to believe it has been three years. I think about you often. I know you are keeping a watch over us. Rest in peace, brother.

Brant
Friend

December 22, 2010

Christopher, it doesn't get any easier at this time of year.We miss you and love you. You must be having a wonderful Christmas in Heaven with Officer Grove and All the other Officers. We know you are showing him around. See you soon.

Karen and Paul Highbarger
Mom/Stepdad-Officer Chris Nicholson EOW:12/19/07

December 21, 2010

Yesterday was 3years since you've been gone. I think about you often, and I wanted you know your still a part of me.

Merissa

December 20, 2010

Hi Chris!! today marks 3 years without you and it sems like I just seen u yesterday! I know that you are wathing down on all of us and I hope you are enjoying unting season in the sky!!! U are still in our thoughts and I am patiently waiting for the day that I can Thank you in person for your sacrifice....Thanx Chris...merry christmas!

Anonymous

December 19, 2010

Chris,
Tomorrow will mark three years since your sacrifice, and the pain hasn't gotten any easier, but the amount of pride continues to grow when I reflect on your service and our friendship.
You weren't just another cop, as the public views us; a faceless authority figure, writing tickets and making arrests. You were a person. A compassionate, friendly, up-standing person. I still think of some of the plans we had made for our futures, and cannot help but feel remorse when I think of how your dreams were cut short by a selfish, inhumane, brutal act. My anger and frustrations become overwhelming until I revert my thoughts back to the great memories you and I, and the rest of "39" made while we grew-up together. We may not have been gradeschool chums, or even college buddies, but we were something closer: we were brothers. Our bond was strengthened by knowing we fought for a much higher calling than ourselves. You were the example of what a good cop can be: caring, respectful, responsible, and selfless. You have left all of us with huge shoes to fill, and I hope that in time we may all live to be like you. Not just great cops, but great friends, and great people.
I want to thank you again for the greatest friendship I have known, and for all of the support you gave me. I can only hope you can hear my prayers for courage and strength in my darkest hours, for I know you have my back.
One day we will meet again, and I can only strive and hope that you can look at me with the same amount of pride and satisfaction that I see in you. May you continue to rest in peace and keep watch over all of us.

Joel
friend

December 18, 2010

well I was thinking about you and the family and got a rather interesting email the other day from a coworker of allison munson and kinda was a shock, but it was good..kinda put the pieces together, you know. :) it's getting close to that time of the year and you and the rest of the family is always on my mind this time of the year..I miss being around family, lol. it's been kinda eating at me the past few years that I need to spend more time up there in hagerstown with the family cause life is too short and time is wasting away you know! lol. lova ya and the family!

kristine obitts
cousin

November 22, 2010

Hi Chris,

I just wanted to stop by and say hello. I think of you often but hadn't written you for a while. The other day I saw a red Ford Explorer just like the one you used to have and I was instantly reminded of you. It feels so good to know that you are watching over us as we await the day that we will meet again. Continue to keep your eye on us - we appreciate it! You are sorely missed - and always will be. I'll be back to talk with you again!

Anonymous

August 19, 2010

chris, just thinking about you today,miss your big smile rest in peace my friend

Anonymous

July 26, 2010