Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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 22, 2020

It's a few days away from the 26th anniversary. I can't believe you've been gone so long. Your newest grandbaby will be born in 2 months. I really wish you were here to meet her and all of your other grandbabies. You would have been a wonderful grandpa and I'm truly sorry none of them had the chance to know you.
I love you and miss you every single day.

Saundra
Daughter

August 19, 2017

Time moves forward but your loss is still felt. Especially around holidays, birthdays and anniversaries. I so wish Annabelle had had the opportunity to know you. She talks about you and other relatives who have moved on but I see her in you more each day. You'd be proud of your granddaughter. She's a tough cookie even at five. Love you for ever daddy.

Trish

January 2, 2017

Rest in peace.

Sgt. Jim Russo

August 22, 2016

The Sheriffs of Florida and their deputies will never forget the sacrifice you and your family made to uphold our laws and protect society.

Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.

A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial:

"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children
of God." Matthew 5:9

Executive Director Steve Casey
Florida Sheriffs Association

August 20, 2016

Twenty-Three years doesn't ease the pain. Be safe and we'll meet again one day.

Former Cpl. P. Williams
Daughter

August 24, 2014

I want to say that the anniversary is coming close. After all these years it still hurts very much. I love him and miss him dearly. I was the smallest of five kids he had. Although a did not have the same name he claimed me just add much add his others I love and miss them aswell. Daddy you're missed but we will all see you again eventually. Please keep everyone where you are safe. I love you dad.

Brittany
daughter

August 20, 2014

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 22nd 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.

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

April 11, 2013

We will never forget... Continue to rest in peace Sergeant Williams.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

August 22, 2012

Rest in Peace, Sergeant Williams. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 9, 2012

Sgt Williams, you sir are a hero we will never forget. May you continue to rest in peace. My prayers are with your family today and may they know that we have not forgotten their hero.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb

August 22, 2011

Roy,
I know you knew how I felt and feel. You were my life and the father of my kids..all 4..you were a wonderful father and a great officer. The world is not the same with out you in it. I miss you dearly and wish above all else that you had been able to be a part of your childrens and grandchildrens lives. The grandkids will never know you for who your truely were, they have to get that from allof us that loved you. Guard the streets of heaven well my love, one day we will meet again.

Anonymous

August 24, 2010

Rest in peace my brother. You, your service and sacrifice is not forgotten.

Sgt. G.T. Martin
Collier Co. S.O.

May 15, 2009

Roy, You were a good officer and friend and I will forever cherish the memories that we had working the road together. You rest in peace now, others have your watch. We will see each other again in God's time.

Eric Daniels (Capt. Ret)
Collier Co. S.O.

June 8, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 10, 2007

Rest in peace Sergeant.

Inv. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department

Even though I was only 8 years old when my father died, I know he was a great man. Everything he did was for his family and community. He wanted to make collier county as safe as he could for his children and future grandchildren.

Saundra

My father was a brave man, everyday he left home to protect everyone else.Knowing his family would be there at the end of his shift.
We lost our father ten years ago this year and I look at all he has missed and wished he could be here for and know in my heart there are others that feel the same way I do.
My father gave his life to the community he swore to protect and I love him for this. I just wish he had got to enjoy his 3 grandaughters and his grandson before he was taken from us.
I know my father would have regret sitting behind a desk if he had not died that night. He was always the one to step in the middle of any problem and try to solve it.
I love my father and miss him dearly.

Bonnie
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