Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Today marks 40 years since I participated in the most shameful action of my life. I can't take back my role in the circumstances that resulted in your terrible injury and eventual passing. Belated as it may be, I need to apologize from the bottom of my heart and promise you that if I had to do it over again I would have died first. Not a night goes by that I don't think or suffer vivid nightmares about that night in the control center. Rest in peace Sir. James Anthony Gardner

James A. Gardner
Participant in escape

July 25, 2024

Deputy Sheriff Burkett,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Multnomah County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

August 21, 2023

Deputy Irving Burkett was a stellar employee and his respect for female leaders. I worked at Rocky Butte Jail from 1970 until 1973 as a deputy. In 1982 on Sunday, July 25th, I was the Lieutenant Commander on call for the weekend for the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Corrections Unit, I received a call informing me that a jail break had occurred and a deputy was injured. I arrived to the facility within twenty minutes and was informed that the injured deputy was Irving Burkett. Unbelievable, he was one of the best employee I had ever supervised.
During the years after Deputy Burkett's injured, he lost his eyesight but he knew my voice and he would respond with admiration by saying "that is Lieutenant Pool"
After 38 years since this tragedy occurred, Deputy Burkett is missed , his dedication and memories shall always be in my heart.

Lieutenant Vera C Pool
Multnomah County Sheriff's Office, Portland, Oregon

August 25, 2020

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

August 21, 2020

Rest easy my friend.

Daniel Rego Police Officer
IPD California

August 7, 2015

RIP Deputy Burkett.

Kimberley Luoto, CO, Retired
MCSO, Oregon

April 5, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 31rst 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 solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

March 19, 2013

Deputy Sheriff Burkett,
Sir, it has taken over 7 years but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Multnomah County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

March 4, 2011

sorry that it has taken so long .RIP

mike gray
friend from scotland

March 3, 2011