Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I still remember sitting in my patrol car at the pumps at LNX when I heard the awful news...

I just heard "With or Without You" by U2 and it made me think of you.

Thank you for your service.

Retired
LASD

February 11, 2016

Hey Nelson,
Haven't forgotten you brother.
You helped to inspire me to become Law Enforcement with Hawaii State Sheriffs.

Mahalo.

Deputy Sheriff II
Hawaii State Department of Public Safety

March 26, 2015

Nelson,

It's been twenty two years and have not forgotten your sacrifice. After 30 plus years, I finally retired.

Thanks, Nelson!

A Washington State Retired Deputy

April 1, 2014

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not fortgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

April 1, 2013

I can't believe it has been so many years, I was only 23 years old and newly off training. Nelson you are always in my thoughts and prayers. When I picture you, it's always of you running along the back side of the radio cars that were lined up in the parking lot. You were hustling to prepare your radio car for your shift. You were only at the station for a short period of time, but everyone already knew you were gonna be special. This is how I choose to keep you in my thoughts, always hustling!

Rest in Peace my Brother.

Lieutenant T. Edwards
LASD / FPK 91-94

March 31, 2013

21 years.... Your still "The Man!"
I miss you..
Had so many great nights on e.m,'s at The Hall....
You were very calming in our everyday carpool ride to patrol school and I was a stressed mess....
I am so great full that you came by my house that day ....just a few days before the tragic incident... Again....you were calm and laughing about the good times you were having on training at FPK... And I was still a stressed mess... at LNX.. I chose not to visit you at the Hospital...which I regret a bit... I will always remember that day..the last day I saw you... laughing and joking...telling our "3 month (TR)" war stories...... You were calm and I was a mess!

Sgt Alfred Alvarez
LASD

March 31, 2013

I was ending my probation at Newton Division and working the night you were shot. I'll never forget seeing the LASD Calvary show up to look for your killer. At Baker to Vegas I remember Firestone wearing a shirt with your name on it and thinking how respectful and honorable it was. I'll never forget you or the price you paid. May God Bless you family.

Officer Metoyer
LAPD

July 12, 2012

It's been twenty years and I still think of you every April when your service was held. All who knew you will never forget sharing laughter and good times with you. I'm still looking up to you.

c

April 20, 2012

Nelson,

It's been twenty years since your passing. Today, I spoke with your mother and assured her and your father that you are not forgotten. For the past twenty years, I still visit you at Green Hills each and every time I vacation in the Los Angeles area. I have not and will not forget your sacrifice.

Thank you, Nelson.

A Washington state deputy

A Deputy

April 1, 2012

I met you long ago at MLK. You didn't know me, but I took your hand and tried to provide hope. My wishes had failed you and I'm sorry. I gave you a prayer card, St Michael if you recall. It was a prayer for policemen. I kept it in my vest. I gave it to you with hopes of comfort. None the less I'm sorry for your loss. He was a good man, a Firestone Deputy, and that is family. Family... My son Jake now wears Nelsons memorial tee shirt with respect and pride He lives on, young lady, he lives on....".. Brian Kazmierski................

Deputy, Firestone.... Brian kazmierski
LASD

October 31, 2011

Nelson, I pray for you and every deputy I had the honor and previledge of working with that died in the line of duty. I was your Watch Commander the night you were shot. I can say that every person at FPK that night did everything in their power to save you and find your killer. I am proud to say I served with you. Your death was tragic. You will NEVER be forgotten.

Captain
LASD - Retired

September 22, 2011

I'm not sure what made me think of you today. The last time I saw you was so many years ago at your sister's wedding. And before that...I am not so sure. What I do remember are the Sundays spent with your family, first at church, then to your house. You and my cousin would always try and elude me and I, in all of my single digit aged petulance of a tongue stuck out at the two of you, secretly looked up to you both so much. The fort your dad built, the long days in the pool, your poodle Ruffles, pretending to be the guys on S.W.A.T! I sit here and smile broadly at those memories. You were and will always be remembered with so much love.

Christina
Friend

September 11, 2011

i remember your big smile and your friendship ..you are not forgotten

Greg Frickey
lasd f.s.b.

July 8, 2011

I never had the opportunity meet you. I was a brand new "boot" to the department. This was my first experience with the loss of a comrade. I have not nor will I ever forget. God Bless and God Speed Deputy Yamamoto. I want you to know I take your sacrifice and the lessons learned with me to this very day. Thank you.

KMD
LASD

May 17, 2010

It has been 18 years and not a day goes by that I don't think about you. You are my heart, my soul, and I miss you so much. I was blessed to have you in my life and will love you forever.

Anonymous

April 17, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 31, 2010

Rest in Peace, Deputy Yamamoto. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 23, 2009

Nelson, as a fellow NTHS Grad (82'), I was cruising the alumni site when I stumbled across your picture, and read what happened. God Bless you and your family.

Sgt Jeffrey Burke
Lake County Sheriff's Office, Waukegan, IL

July 15, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the seventeenth 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 who was murdered in the 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 Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 31, 2009

Aloha Nelson,
Just wanted you to know that I am proud to have known you as a friend. I've been in the department for over six years now. Who would have thought we would end up in law enforcement. Miss you my friend.
Aloha,
Glenn.

Deputy Sheriff Glenn J. PARK
Hawaii State Sheriff Department / High School Friend

August 28, 2008

i just wanted to post a message to say that deputy yamamoto has not been forgotten. today in the academy we as a class were reminded of the sacrafice he gave to protect the citizens of los angeles. we will never forget

lasd dst

April 9, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 28, 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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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

September 12, 2007

Nelson,

It's been 15 years since your passing and I want you and your parents know that you are not forgotten. Tonight, I just got off the telephone with your mother and let her and your father know you are remembered. For the past 14 years, I visit your parents and then I visit you at Green Hills to pay my respects every time I vacation in the greater Los Angeles area.

Thank you Nelson.

A Washington state deputy who will not forget you.

Deputy

March 31, 2007

You were the first to be taken in my career Nelson. I didn't know you, but today I definitely know your kind. I will have a good thought for you and your family today. Rest in Peace BROTHER. WE WILL ALWAYS BE PROUD OF YOU!!

LASD

March 31, 2007