Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Briscoe.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 7, 2024

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

To your son John, obviously I did not know your mother but I can say she entered and will always remain part of a unique “club” of amazing men and women across the country and beyond. Men and women from all walks of life and backgrounds who chose to serve and protect. Men and women who will always love, cherish and remember the sacrifices that were made by those who went before us while always honoring them and always keeping their families close to heart in thoughts and prayers. That is the beauty of this incredible web site. God Bless your mother, God Bless you and your family.

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

September 7, 2020

Seeing how much love and respect for my beautiful mother,truly touches my heart.it makes me feel that she touched so many people makes me feel that shes still with us.

John Leslie Watkins
Civilian,proud son

February 6, 2020

Kathy was one of my FTO’s. She was the kindest deputy I ever knew. She tried to help everyone she met. She even used to feed the ferrel cats at the old Third District. She had just called me to say she was moving to public relations getting off the street and to invite me to her up coming wedding. I had left JPSO FOR PPSO. Sadly I got the news from the TV news. I was heart broken. She died doing what she loved, police work and assisting another office while off duty on a burglary in progress call. Her loving personality and kindness will never be forgotten. Still on the job Kathy and I remember your lessons on how to be firm but compassionate. Love and miss you my big sister. God rest your beautiful soul.

Master Trooper Michael Verdi
Louisiana State Police

January 23, 2020

Rest In Peace Sister in Blue. You are honored and remembered on the 30th anniversary of your EOW.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

September 7, 2018

Deputy Sheriff Briscoe,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of of Jefferson Parish. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 7, 2018

While scanning through this site, I learned that KATHLEEN ANGIE BRISCOE had been killed.
We went through Academy Class #25 together. That class started the first week of September, 1979.
I was saddened to learn of her death.

Gary Thomas

Gary Thomas

December 17, 2017

Rest In Peace Sister. After 29 years you are not forgotten.

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
City of Upland, CA

September 7, 2017

My classmate is gone. 29 years ago I held her in my arms on that horrible night. She will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Ray Bedwell Ret.
JPSO

September 5, 2017

I remember like it was yesterday. My first day on the job with JPSO, I was a nervous wreck. I was walking up to the door of the 3rd district roll call room, and there you were, feeding the cats. You looked up at me with a big smile on your face and said, "welcome to the 3rd, my name is Kathy, now don't be nervous". You then showed me around, and really made me feel welcomed. On this 27th anniversary of your death I,want to thank you and say what a pleasure it was working with you.

Deputy (Ret) James Melton
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office

September 10, 2015

Thank you for your service and dedication. You were a Hero and well never be forgotten. RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

September 5, 2012

I met this beautiful lady at a restaurant in jeff parish in 1967 she was working there as a waitrsee .she was such a beautiful lady I couldnt keep my eyes off her.we got to know each quiet well. we dated for a while ,then went our seperate ways.we remained frends for years but our lives became busy so we lost touch.Ill never forget her and that bobbling personality huge smile that she faced the world every day.the loss of her has really sadened my day.just learned about that tragedy today.hope her family the very best .JIM

jimmie rand civilian
friend and love from the 60s

June 1, 2011

Another year has passed.Thanks Dpy Kathleen.Your legacy lives on thru all the men and women that put on that uniform each and every day.You were a great person to have known along with Dpy Couzynes.Take your rest.

Dpy Regina P Trinity
Lafayette Parish Sheriff Ofc

September 25, 2010

it touches my heart that my mom is still loved ,respected ,remembered and missed by so many .It makes me proud to know that shes not just missed by just me.her many friends and family. the world is a much darker place without her light to brighten it.thanks to all 26s that continue the good fight.

Leslie
civilian .- my mothers son

June 16, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the twenty-first 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.


Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

September 8, 2009

RIP,You are not forgotten.

Anonymous

November 26, 2008

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over all of them. You have not been forgotten.

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

September 5, 2008

Dpy Briscoe I remember you as well as Dpy JOJO in the early 1980's.I thank you for paving the road for the rest of us.You are a hero and your legacy continues to live throught the ones that knew you.You have earned your wings .May You Rest In Peace.You Are My Gaurdian Angel.

Dpy Regina Trinity
Lafayette Sheriff Dept

May 28, 2008

KATHY,
ALTHOUGH I NEVER GOT THE CHANCE TO MEET YOU I FEEL AS IF I HAVE KNOWN YOU MY WHOLE LIFE. I TALK TO YOUR BROTHER JOHN EVERY DAY AND I LOVE LISTENING TO ALL THE GREAT STORIES ABOUT YOU NOT JUST FROM THE JOB PERSPECTIVE BUT ALSO THE REAL YOU AWAY FROM JPSO. YOU WERE FULL OF LIFE AND LOVED TO HAVE A GOOD TIME. I AM HAPPILY ENGAGED TO LITTLE JOHN AND I KNOW THAT HE HAS SOME BIG SHOES TO FILL TRYING TO FOLLOW IN YOUR FOOTSTEPS. I KNOW THAT IF YOU WERE HERE TODAY YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF HOW FINE A PERSON HE HAS TURNED OUT TO BE. LITTLE JOHN TELLS ME STORIES ABOUT THE MANY ADVENTURES OF AUNT KATHY. THE UNIT COMING TO THE HOUSE AND BEING ABLE TO SIT IN IT. BIG JOHN TELLS ME STORIES FROM WHEN Y'ALL WERE KIDS AND I LOVE HEARING THEM. I WISH THAT I COULD HAVE MET YOU AND REALLY GOT TO KNOW THE KATHY THAT EVERYONE LOVED. I KNOW THAT YOU ARE ON THE ETERNAL PATROL AND THAT YOU ARE WATCHING OVER YOUR FAMILY AND BROTHERS AND SISTERS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU FOR BEING SUCH A STRONG WOMAN.
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS.
RANDI

RANDI
JPSO

May 16, 2008

It is an honor to wear the same uniform as you did, thank you for your service and dedication to duty, may I have the same courage as you shown if called upon.

Deputy John Latour
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

May 9, 2008

"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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 2, 2008

Almost 2 decades have passed since your EOW and you have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over those you love. Thank you for you service to law enforcement.

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

September 5, 2007

You have not been forgotten even after 18 years. You are a true hero and heroes never die. Keep watch over your loved ones and those still on patrol.

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

Bob Gordon, Chicago Gold Star Father

September 4, 2006

My sister I was with you that night when your tour of duty ended. May you rest in peace. Farwell my dear friend. Farwell.

Sgt. Ray Bedwell
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office

June 17, 2006

You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace. You are in all our hearts.

Ret. P.O.
NYPD

April 27, 2006