Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I remember my father, John H. Coats Sr speaking fondling of Sheriff Cobb. My father was a Munfordville city police officer and was friends with Sheriff Cobb. Rest easy brother and thank you for your service!

John H Coats Jr. Retired Senior Deputy
Simpson County Sheriff's Office

February 11, 2021

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will be remembered by your law enforcement brethren.

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

August 20, 2020

Sheriff Cobb rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 3, 2019

RIP Sheriff Cobb

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

TFC Jonathan Biven
Kentucky State Police

August 20, 2016

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

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 20, 2014

Sheriff Cobb, as we remember, morn, and honor your service I thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice in the name of service above self.

Trooper Jonathan Biven
Kentucky State Police

May 14, 2013

I spoke to a gentleman in old country store this weekend in Hart County and your name was brought up. The man said you were a dedicated man not only to your family but to the citizens of Hart County. Thank you once again for your service and as you walk your beat in heaven may you watch over Nancy, Rick and his wonderful family. RIP

Tpr. Jonathan Biven
Kentucky State Police

March 27, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 34th 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. I pray for the solace of all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

August 20, 2010

Such a long time ago, You are still remembered and not forgotten. Rest in Peace!

Trp. A.R Locklear
NCSHP

January 1, 2010

you have been gone 32 years today. you have a wonderful son you missed seeing grow up and three beautiful granddaughters you never got to see. the oldest reminds me so much of you. i miss you every day.

nancy cobb
wife

August 20, 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

January 27, 2008

Rest in Peace Sheriff Cobb

Tpr. Jonathan Biven
Kentucky State Police

November 29, 2007

William Donald "Donnie" Cobb was my father and a very fine sheriff. He passed away the day after my 5th birthday, so I never got the chance to know him as I would have liked. For many years after his death, people approached me and told me how much they respected the way my father performed his duty as a law enforcement officer. This has always made me very proud and I believe he would be honored to know that his work was appreciated by so many.

I love you, Daddy.

Ricky Cobb
Son

January 14, 2007

It has been 28 years today.
I'm sure to your family and friends it still feels like it just happened.God bless you and all these heroes on the ODMP.

Ky. citizen

August 20, 2004