Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

R.I.P Robert Lasso 1229. It still does not seem real that your gone, But never forgotten. You are still in are hearts.

Firefighter David Kindrew
Freemansburg Fire Company No. !

August 12, 2011

Although I did not know Officer Lasso I offer my deepest sincere sympathy to his family and all those affected by his tragic passing. Everywhere we turn anymore there seems to be so much evil, no matter how hard we try to avoid it. My heart goes out to his wife and his children who will truly suffer the most from this loss. Please take care of yourself and your children in the days, weeks and months to come. God Bless you.

Jamie Eisel

August 12, 2011

Thank you for your service!!! Rest in peace brother. My heartfelt condolences to your wife and kids, I cannot imagine your pain.

Greg (patrol LEO)
Fed Officer

August 12, 2011

To my friend Bob you were truly "one of the good ones". I often told people that you didn't have a bad bone in you. You were not only an excellent police officer but more important an excellent father, husband and friend. I still cannot believe what had happened and when I heard about the shooting immediately I asked if it was you brother. My heart and thoughts go out to Jen your kids and your family. You will never be forgotten and justice will be served. Rip Bob.

Detective Jim Smith
City of Bethlehem Police Department

August 12, 2011

May the Lord give your family and friends the strength to cope with this tragic loss. Thank you for your dedicated service. Please smile on us from heaven while you walk with the Lord. Rest In Peace

Session 51
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy

August 12, 2011

For Police Officer Robert A. Lasso:

The risk that the law officer takes each day is ever-present. Every law officer faces high-risk in keeping the peace. The metropolitan police officer shares equal status with the small town police officer, in proportion to the numbers they serve.

We regret that Robert would be the latest law officer to fall during the process of serving those that he swore to protect.

We pray for Robert's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him. May they be ready to reach-out to one another in the days ahead.

We are proud to render Officer Robert A. Lasso, a soldier-of-the-law, a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police

August 12, 2011

Every day I say a prayer to thank God for the brave men and women who patrol our streets and keep us safe. It breaks my heart to read of yet another hero losing his life through such a senseless act.

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Ofr. Lasso. He is now an angel in heaven, perpetually watching over us all.

May he rest his peace, and may his family, friends and co-workers find comfort in their memories.

MF
Lehigh Valley, PA

August 12, 2011

MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO ALL WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF OFFICER LASSO. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU WITH THE LOVE AND PEACE OF HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, JESUS CHRIST. OFFICER LASSO, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU NEVER BE FORGOTTEN FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. GOD BLESS.

chief ronnie watford-ret
jefferson police dept,sc

August 12, 2011

There is no reward for this risk, but going home safe everyday.

For the family of Officer Lasso, you have my deepest regret, and will be in my thoughts as you try to find peace.

And Chief.... time will heal...just stay strong, as best you can.

We are ALL...behind you sir.

Godspeed Lasso.

Deputy C.J. Gorel
Berks County Sheriff's Dept.

August 12, 2011

On behalf of my family we send to both the Lasso family and the Freemansburg Police Department our deepest sympathy. I only met Bob a few times and right away I knew he was the type of man who had those qualities of someone who really cared those aourd him. The world is a litte less safe tonight , but that ok brother you have done your job well. We will take it from here and we will meet again someday. Until the rest in peace.

Deputy Michael E. Mohn
Northampton County Sheriff's Department

August 12, 2011

RIP brother! Haven't seen each other in a while, but I sure do remember the good times. Nothing beat playing football together and spending time at your parent's house just hanging out. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends, and your fellow officers.

You will surely be missed.

Brandon Beahn
Bethlehem Native, friend

August 12, 2011

Rest in peace Brother Lasso...my God bless you and keep you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and your police family at this difficult time.

Sgt Gerald Young, Retired
Lower Saucon Township Police Dept

August 12, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear about the death of Officer Lasso. To his wife, Jen, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I read about his untimely death here but didn't realize exactly who he was until someone told me. I'm so sorry for your loss. While I never met Robert, I knew you and I know he was a wonderful husband, father and police officer.

DFC Robert Kovacs
Harford County Sheriff's Office
Alvernia College, Class of '02

DFC Robert Kovacs #788
Harford County SO

August 12, 2011

Be at peace, Robert. You will be missed. We are so terribly sorry. Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family. Robert was a wonderful man and father who we were privileged to know. Please let us know how we can help - yard work, babysitting, anything.

Jamann Family
STS Teacher

August 12, 2011

Your service will be honored by all those that carry on service to their communities. This sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Thoughts and prayers to the Officers of the Freemansburg Police Department. Stay strong and carry on as a family. Heroes live Forever.....

Corinthians 16:13
"Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong"

Officer E.Loux #27
Warwick Township Police (Bucks County)

August 12, 2011

To the Freemansburg Police Department, the Community of Freemansburg and the family of Officer Lasso, I am so sorry for the loss, of yet, another great law enforcement officer. My family owned the Willow Grove Hotel in Freemansburg many years ago and to hear that this happened in this small community is just tragic. To the family, please remember, you are never alone in your grief. Rest in Peace Brother Lasso.

Deputy Sheriff Donna Kicska
Seminole County Sheriff's Office (Florida)

August 12, 2011

From the Men and Women of the Livingston, Montana Police Department we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Freemansburg Police and Family of Officer Lasso. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ofcr. John Leonard
Livingston Police Department, MT

August 12, 2011

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

August 12, 2011

Respect to you, your family and your brothers.

Security Officer Wilkinson
Sands Casino Bethlehem

August 12, 2011

Another officer taken too young from his family and friends through a reckless and selfish act of violence.

Officer Lasso, I never met you but wanted to say "Thank You" for serving your community and sacrifcing your life. All the reports that I have heard have been glowing and loving memories of a young man who gave all to his family and community. May you rest in peace Officer Lasso.

Terri Bilder

August 12, 2011

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to your family, agency and friends who will miss you dearly. Rest in Peace Brother!

Deputy J Conte
Lehigh County Sheriff's Office

August 12, 2011

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers of the Freemansburg Borough Police Department. May you rest in peace.

Off. William F. Shields
Federal Reserve Police/Philadelphia - Retired/Haverford Police

August 12, 2011

You leave this earth too soon my friend. It seems only yesterday we spilled blood sweat and tears on the gridiron. May God bless you and grant you all of the finest in heaven. I am lucky to have known you. Prayers to your family and loved ones. RIP bro.

RJ Ritchie, MS, PA-C
Friend

August 12, 2011

I have never met this man but my husband and i will always be grateful to him. My husband made the call thursday to the police and officer lasso was the first to the scene. In our eyes officer Lasso is and will always be a hero, he saved my husbands life and i will always be gratfull to him. I know my husband feels the same way. Our prayers go out to the lasso family. I'm so sorry that you lost such a wonderfull person, but all heros go to heaven and if you need anything at all please contact us. God bless all of the officers protecting us everyday!!!!

Jessica Clancy

August 12, 2011

Officer Lasso you will forever be remembered. I will never forget your kind smile and gentle hand as you would always wave to my kids and myself as you would drive by. You are a true hero who will never be forgotten. You took the ultimate sacrifice protecting our community and I will be forever grateful for your bravery and heroism. May God bless your children and wife, family and friends, fellow "brothers and sisters in blue" , and the citizens of Freemansburg who are all suffering from the outcome of this heinous act.

Rest in Peace Officer Lasso

Michele Stametz

Michele Stametz
Freemansburg resident

August 12, 2011