Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Crews,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

January 24, 2024

I miss you so much but am so thankful you were there to help take Aunt Faye home. I know Mom was ready to see you as well. You have left a hole down here but heaven is so much richer for all of you being there. I love you Uncle Lee.

Donna Peak
Niece

January 24, 2020

It is so hard to believe it has been 34 years. The pain is just as real today as it was that night, as if time has stood still. So many memories fill my heart. You were more like a big brother to me than my uncle and I will always hold you close to my heart. I know you were one of my daddy's angels in the truck with him on April 16th when he had his wreck and broke his neck at C2, THANK YOU so much for keeping him safe for us that day. Forever RIP uncle Lee Boy .

Marie Crews Suggs
Niece

January 24, 2018

Rest now my brother your tour is over. Walk proudly on your beat on Heaven's streets and watch over the rest of us continuing the fight in your stead.

Lieutenant James Ellis
Moultrie Police Department

January 25, 2016

Wow 32 years and there isn't a day that goes by I don't think about you. So proud of your uniform and always a smile on your face. I love and miss you so much. You will never be forgotten, so til we meet again...

Marie Crews Suggs
Niece

January 24, 2016

I worked with Lee for several years on the same shift ...he was a great guy...

Much time has passed but he remains the same as if he were in a time warp

I am now old and gray but Lee is still the young active officer eager to protect and serve his fellow citizens.

I know he is 10-6 with the big chief in the sky working on endless case files

Baker
Valdosta Police Department

February 26, 2015

I remember Lee coming over to see my uncles on 800 Jane St. Valdosta as a child I always thought he was so cute, and as time goes by, at his death I found out he was married a Hagan girl, which her sister Brenda was a good friend of mine. The night he passed away I told my grandmother and she took it hard, and she passed away two weeks later. Tommy I meet in my late 20's, very nice family.

Previous e911 op
Friend

December 13, 2014

Lee was my best friend and my best man at my wedding. His death occurred 23 days after my marriage began. He inspired me to be the best police officer that I could be. He remains in my thoughts, and heart.

Officer Ken Ridley
Helen Police Department

September 6, 2014

Rest in Peace, Patrolman Crews. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 3, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never dimishes respect, and 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, I hold your family in my heart's embrace today.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 25, 2012

Today is the 27th year anniversary of his death. It seems like it was just yesterday. What a remarkable officer, husband, father, brother, uncle and friend! You will never be forgotten, Uncle Lee!


In Loving Memory,

Shawn Leigh Crews Wester
Niece

January 24, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cadets of the Basic Recruit Class 333 of Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy, Tallahassee, FL, thank you for your sacrifice.

Cadet Strzalkowski
Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy

March 30, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 21, 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

October 10, 2007

I never met you but you are still alive at this department. I have heard so many stories about you and I know you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Officer Crews.

Valdosta Police Department

March 30, 2006

Lee was a great guy i enjoyed working with...Few who knew him are left at agency but many still remember

Sgt. Tim Baker Ret.
Valdosta P.D.

September 15, 2005

I saw them putting up the new memorial for you and the other four of our officers that we've lost. Know that you will never be forgotten by us.

Patrolman
Valdosta Police Department

February 7, 2005

MAY GOD BLESS THIS HERO. MY BROTHER, YOU SERVED WELL. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

January 24, 2004