Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was there that terrible day. I was only 17 years old but had been a victim of the prisoner previously that year. I had to face that man in a lineup that day. The line ups there were face to face, not one way glass. I remember that there was a commotion going on but no one would tell me what was happening. It wasn’t until late that day, on the way home that I was told what had happened.

Right after that man had held me at gun point, his accomplice held a knife to my throat, I had a notion to run him over when he ran behind my car, but he hadn’t physically harmed me and I was too scared to. I have always regretted that decision.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice, Trooper Brown. I’ll never forget you or that day.

Robert Lamond (ordained minister)
I was there.

December 12, 2021

Rest in peace Trooper Brown.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2020

Rest in peace.

Lt. Jim Russo

October 15, 2017

Officer Bruce Thompson Brown Served with the Parsons, W.Va. State Trooper Dispatchment... I Will Never Forget the Day that you lost your life in the line of duty, leaving behind a wife and 2 children... Rest in Peace Trooper Brown....you may be gone, but you will Never be Forgotten. ....

Nancy Sparks
Was a Tucker Co.Citizen at the time

February 15, 2017

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 36th anniversary year of your death. I am privileged 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 officer Larry Lasater

November 13, 2013

I honor of you, Trooper Bruce T. Brown of the West Virginia State Police and your family, I will be riding for you in the Police Unity Tour this May 10-12, 2013. I will wear a bracklet marked with your name, your department and EOW. The bracklet will then be given to your daughter and my firend, Christi Brodie. Even though we have never met, you are considered family and I will ride to honor you.

Senior Police Officer Denise A. Randles
Herndon Police Department, Herndon Virginia

January 30, 2013

Bruce, you have been gone now for 36 years, and yet, never forgotten and missed by all who knew you over your short 25 years on this earth.

Momma, Daddy and Mac are all gone too. Deep furloughs were cut in their hearts and souls when you died. The rest of us remember and wish beyond wishing that you were alive and well and with us......your wife, daughters, sister and brother......your nieces and nephews all desired to know Uncle Bruce.....Buck.

I remember well and look in awe when I see your physical characteristics and your personal attributes reflected in your children, grandchildren and extended family.

I always remember the date of your death, but I prefer to remember the date of your birth.........when God brought you into our lives. We were all blessed and continue to be .......... having been a part of your life.

LOVE is ETERNAL.

Eve C Brown Martin
Sister

January 19, 2013

Happy Birthday, Bruce
I will always remember how kind you were to others and all the laughs we had at CTHS. Thank you for being a good friend.

RVC
Friend

September 29, 2012

You were my friend, I thought of you as a brother. Our family enjoyed every meal in which you shared our table. A part of all of us died with you. You made us laugh, you were a blessing. I always enjoyed our after dinner football games, thanks for teaching me to throw a football "not like a girl".

Kimberly Davisson
Daughter of your Corporal

April 17, 2012

You are never forgotten. Rest in peace.

K.L.

March 6, 2009

"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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

March 2, 2008

We remember you today and thank you Sir for your service.

this writer hopes that your killer is soon caught and brought to the maximum penalty (death)

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

October 12, 2007

BRUCE;
THE SIX MONTHS WE SPENT AS ROOMMATES AT THE WV STATE POLICE ACADEMY WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. GONE BUT "NEVER" FORGOTTEN.

FMR. WV STATE TROOPER, JD ALFORD
WEST VIRGINIA STATE POLICE

September 29, 2006

We pause to remember on the anniversary of your passing.
Your service to the citizens of West Virginia is not forgotten.

Master Trooper
Virginia State Police

October 14, 2005

You are missed by your family...you were a pleasure to know, even if only for 25 years! Your cousin, my son, has followed in your footsteps. He is a police officer in Delaware and is very proud of having you as a cousin! As am I! Thank you for your service. Liz

Elizabeth T.B. Pierson
Oldest first cousin

February 12, 2005

On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies.....

God bless, hero. Rest in peace.

October 14, 2004

Trooper Brown you sacrificed all in the line of duty. That I commend and thank you. It has been some time ago but your sacrifice is as real today as when it happened. God's Blessings to those loved ones left behind. God has a special love for his police officers. 08/12/2003

Sr. Trooper Keith Miller
Oregon State Police