Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I miss you everyday. It never gets easier.

Sheena Linzi

November 14, 2021

Daddy I miss you everyday. You were taken too soon. I love you. I can't wait until I see you again. I just hope you are at peace. You were a wonderful dad. With love. Your only child. I am proud to call you my Daddy. I love you...

Sheena Linzi

November 14, 2021

Rest in peace Deputy Griffis.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 12, 2019

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

I miss you Del, you were a great man.

Deputy Sheriff David Aderholt
Gilchrist County Sheriff Office

June 23, 2016

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
God Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

May 13, 2015

He was gonna be my step dad. He died before I turned 2. My life would be different if he was still alive. My little brother is son and they look so much alike.

C/O Yarbrough, A

May 14, 2014

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

Officer 11169

February 5, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today on the 18th 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. He was shot twice when ambushed on April 23rd when he was on a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, 13 years after you were killed.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry lasater

May 13, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today on the 18th 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. He was shot twice when ambushed on April 23rd when he was on a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, 13 years after you were killed.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry lasater

May 13, 2010

YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

May 13, 2008

Hey brother rest in peace I hope you and pops are sittin on the front porch drinking a glass of tea

D/S Doug Alexander
Polk County/ friend

March 10, 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

December 10, 2007

Deputy Griffis we honor you today for your ultimate sacrifice for the citizens of Florida.
We pray for your family and fellow officers. Rest In Peace, they have the watch.

Police Mom
Missouri

January 2, 2006

05/25/04

Rest in peace Deputy Griffis. Your memory lives forever.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.

May 25, 2004

Dale was a insperation to me as a Police officer and as well as the best friend a officer could have you are allways in my thoughts and prayers and you are missed every day.

Chief Timothy Sheets
Hughes Police Department

October 6, 2003

Rest in peace brother. We have the watch now.

Inv. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department