Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was searching for LOAA deaths that occurred on my birthday and you perished on the very day I was born.

I then read your story, your bravery struck somewhat of a chord with me. I am extremely proud with your actions.

I hope you sleep quietly in Heaven.

GB

January 2, 2024

I am also an animal lover. Rest In Peace from another Wotipka.

Loretta Wotipka-Riely

January 26, 2022

Rest in heavenly peace on this your 10 anniversary in heaven

Mark Mottola

June 10, 2020

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Wotipka.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 20, 2020

You responded to one of my 911 calls during your last shift .. we were devastated by your loss that night trying to save your family pet. RIP Deputy Wotipka. We will NEVER forget you.

V.K.Mary, 911 Communications Officer, Harris County Sheriffs Office, Houston, in the Great State of Texas

December 9, 2019

My friend and mentor. Not a day goes by I don’t reflect on your service and friendship. You are missed,

Deputy Kenneth Gates
Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Homeland Security Bureau, Marine Divi

June 11, 2019

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

September 30, 2018

Thank you for your service and sacrifice in attempting to save your pet, deputy. That is what
makes us so different from others...we go without thinking to help all. God bless you and your loving family.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
N.Y.P.D. (retired)

June 10, 2017

Deputy Sheriff Wotipka,
On today, the 6th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Harris County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

June 10, 2016

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 15, 2015

Deputy Sheriff Harris,
Sir, it has been three years since your End of Watch but you are still honored and remembered. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Harris County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

June 11, 2013

Your loyal and honorable service has not been forgotten my brother. Thank you.

Herb Fernandez
Detention Corporal
Midland County Sheriff's Office TX
Honor Guard Member

February 12, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today. I am priviliged to be among the first 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.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 24, 2013

Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO

January 24, 2013