Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Simmons,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of North Charleston. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

October 12, 2022

Almost 30yrs. I miss and think of you everyday. The emptiness that was left with your passing has never been filled,
I Thank God that he allowed us to spend so many great times together! The day will come when my race is run and I will see you again in glory.
I love and miss you Brother

Captain Melvin Cumbee (Ret)
North Charleston Police Department

August 23, 2021

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will always be remembered by your law enforcement brethren.

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

October 12, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Simmons.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 18, 2019

26 years my friend but yet it seems like only yesterday. Know that your loved ones still carry you close to their heart and memories are never far from thought.

Pfc T Beutler
Chas Co Sheriff Office retired/Dorch Co Sheriff Office Part time

October 4, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother. You are not forgotten.

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

October 12, 2017

Another year has past and another year you are missed. RIP my friend.

FTO T Beutler
SACDC Transport Division

September 10, 2014

21 years.... that is hard to take in because it only seems like yesterday. I miss you every day of my life. I wish that you had the chance to know my girls. Even more, the chance to know your boy. He has turned out to be a fine young man and I'm sure you would be proud. Until i see you again.. take care of nana and mom for me until i get there. I love you Uncle. And I miss you very much. I'll think of you with every pancake i ever make. :)

Joe Tharpe
Nephew

May 16, 2013

Howard another year approaches and another year we miss your smiling face. It seems like only yesterday that you were taken from us. You are sadly missed and we hold our memories of you close to our heart. One day my friend we will see each other again and be able to talk about the good old days.

FTI T Beautler
Charleston County Sheriff Office

June 12, 2012

Yesterday I cried for you because it was the day you were born. Last night I smiled for you because of the joy you brought to my life. Today I move forward with life because you give me strength.

anonymous
anonymous

November 8, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the nineteenth 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.

I pray for the solace of your family and friends for I know both the pain and pride are forever.
Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

October 12, 2011

Years have passed. So many now it seems. Each day a little less pain. The memories so precious. Did you ever know how much you meant to us all? You stay with me now and always in everything I do.

Anonymous
Anonymous

October 2, 2011

Officer Simmons it has been 17 years since the end of your watch, you have not been forgotten. Thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman and the citizens of North Charleston. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

October 12, 2009

Officer Simmons,
On today, the 16th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of North Charleston. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

October 12, 2008

Uncle howard,

I miss you dearly. Thank you for all you have done and taught me in our short times together. May you, grandmother and my mom all be together in the land of heaven. I know that each one of you are looking down upon us. I love you.

joe Tharpe
nephew

February 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

November 16, 2007

On the upcoming anniversary of your passing, we remember you today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

October 10, 2007

Howard,
I cant believe its been 14 years it only seems like yesterday that you would spotlight the old booking office to make sure I was working and okay. And if I didnt wave to you from the window you would get out and come in to see what kind of excitement we had taking place on the booking floor. My friend you are sadly missed but I hold to the fact that one day I will see you again. Forever rest in peace.

FTI Beutler
Charleston County Sheriff Office

November 27, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

November 27, 2006

TO my uncle

14 years later and you still are in my mind ever day. I will never forget you or what you have taught me. May you still and always R.I.P.

Your Nephew,
joe tharpe

nephew

July 20, 2006

Although your tour was short, you made a difference! Thank you for your service Officer Simmons

January 29, 2006

I wish to acknowledge the distinquished service Officer Simmons gave to his community and the citizens of South Carolina, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 12, 1992. You are not forgotten. May you rest in peace.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD eow 4/24/05

October 13, 2005

to my uncle who i will forever miss. i loved you like a father for the short times we had together. I look up to you and hope to one day be half the man you were. forever may you rest in peace uncle howard and i shall miss you always.

joseph tharpe

August 30, 2005

Midnights in booking just aren't the same. May you forever rest in peace

DFC T Beutler
Charleston County Sheriff Office

April 19, 2005

You are not forgotten........

Sgt. Al Whitney
Yuma County Sheriff's Office, Yuma, AZ

November 18, 2004