Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

22 years ago today we lost you after the most courageous battle I've ever seen. Rest in peace cuz

Patrick Fazio
Ret NYPD cousin of William Gunn

November 27, 2014

I am wish I could do it all over again. I should have turned your suffering into a personal reflection of myself. I should have been a better person from 11/27/1992 to today. Only recently have have seen my wrong doings. I thank you for that.

Inspector James T. O'Brien, Ret.
nypd

April 23, 2012

I recall the day that you where critically wounded. Your loss and suffering, and that of your family, should never be forgotten. You, your wife and your daughter, are always in my prayers.

Inspector James T. O'Brien, Ret.
NYPD

November 27, 2011

I did not know you, but I knew many like you. After all these years, I vividly remember the bright, sunny, January day that you were taken from us. I was on the way to a day tour with the 77 Anti-Crime. I feel that sadness to this very day. I wish your family solace and comfort. I apologize for those who have disrespected them. They are not cops. They do not know the meaning of the word. God Bless you Detective William Gunn.

Inspector James T. O'Brien, Ret.
NYPD

November 27, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th 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 all those who love and miss you.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

November 27, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th 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 all those who love and miss you.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

November 27, 2009

Rest in peace brother, you are not forgotten.

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

May 1, 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

January 2, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

vandenberghe
manchester, nh

November 27, 2007

I want other's to remember Detective William Gunn gave his life and suffered for a long time , Brain surgery seven times and I want to Say That His wife was so very supportive to him with His feedings and dedication , while Taking care of the family home in Long Island andtheir daughter. She is also a HERO!!! Iv'e endored 7 surgeries from my line of duty injury and know first hand that family sometimes just arent able to handle the stress and stay away from the situation. God Bless His Wife as She did love Him!!!

Sergeant Gerard J. Hinton
NYPD

May 20, 2007

billy you will always be in my thoughts, rest in peace cuz, you are a true hero. your cousin little pat

ret. po nypd
first cousin of billy gun

February 28, 2007

I pray that you are still resting peacefully and hope that you are watching down over us.

Cpl. Egendoerfer
Mishawaka PD

February 4, 2007

Brother William,

Your service and dedication will never be forgotten. You are and always will remain a true HERO. I pray that your wife and daughter find some peace.

God Speed Brother...

HEROS LIVE FOREVER !!!!

March 30, 2006

Thinking of you and your family today.
God Bless You,
Tracey DeLitta Tousley
Daughter of David Robert DeLitta
eow 10-28-88

Tracey DeLitta Tousley
Daughter of David Robert DeLitta EOW 10-28-88

November 27, 2005

Rest in peace brother, you are not forgotten by your fellow officers.

You gave you life to protect the life of your fellow officers, and for that you will always be a HERO!

NYPD

November 26, 2003