Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jim, 45 year's and I still get drawn to this site. Rest in peace partner.

D Douglass MCSO

July 30, 2023

Another 11 years have gone by since my last post....I won't forget you Jim.

Reserve Deputy Dorwin Douglass
MCSO Reserve Deputy Lake Patrol L51

October 9, 2019

John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this that a man lay down his life for his friends. Rest in peace Hero. Your EOW was the same day, same year, as my dad Officer Arthur Williams. I thank you for your service, and I pray God bless, and keep your family. Even though it's been 40 years you are not forgotten. I pray those who protect, and serve today, make it home safely to their love ones

Michael L Williams

July 25, 2018

I am one of the two women that Reserve Deputy Epp lost his life on March 1, 1978 in attempting to save me and the life of my friend. Not one day goes by that I don't pray for Deputy Epp and the civilian who saved our lives. I remember speaking to his wife that night to apologize and sending deepest condolences to her and her daughter. I remember how gracious she was in explaining that her husband died what he loved doing and that there was no fault; she understood flash floods. I am in contact with the civilian 40 yrs later to express my gratefulness and to recognize the ultimate sacrifice they both made that night. I will continue to pray for the rest of my life for both men for their courage and bravery. Thank you, Deputy Jim Epp.

victim of flood

March 3, 2018

Hero I noticed you and my dad were taken on the same day, 40 years ago today. I pray your family has peace. May you also R.I.P.

Michael Williams

March 1, 2018

I still remember the day my Uncle Jim died. His story was broadcast across the country. He was an absolutely amazing person who always had a smile on his face and a story to share. I will always remember his raspy voice and laugh. Someday I will live up to his example.

Tim Estes
Nephew

May 26, 2013

"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 19, 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.


I pray for solace for lthose who love and remember you. Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your friends for sharing their memories and devotions to you.

Rest In Peace

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

March 1, 2012

Deputy Epp,
On today, the 33rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Maricopa County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

March 1, 2011

Jim

Over 30 years since we served together on the west side, it seems like yesterday. We are proud of you.

Doug....Tennessee

Dorwin Douglass
Former MCSO Reserve

April 17, 2008

Today on the 30th anniversary of your death, we pause and say a prayer for you and those you left behind.
Rest in peace DS, you are not forgotten.
Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Deborah Roelants (911 retired)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc

March 1, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service and dedication

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 22, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service and dedication

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 22, 2008

Greater love hath no man than this; that he lay down his life for his friends, John 3:16

You are a hero sir!

Chief John A. Millan
Galana AK Police Dept

January 5, 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

November 14, 2007

You have not been forgotten even after almost 3 decades have passed since you were called away. Continue to watch over your loved ones and those out on patrol. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

April 2, 2007

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

Officer 11169

March 14, 2007

You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. You died doing what you loved and believed in. Rest in peace sir.

Deputy
Terrebonne S.O. Houma, La

August 27, 2006

Your courage is an examble to all.Rest in peace.

March 1, 2006

NEVER MET YOU, BUT AFTER READING THIS STORY I WISH I HAD. IT SOUNDS LIKE YOU WERE A BRAVE AND HONORABLE MAN. I CAN ONLY HOPE THE PEOPLE YOU HELPED SAVE APPRECIATE AS MUCH AS YOUR BROTHERS IN BLUE. GOD BLESS YOU. WALK THE BEAT IN HEAVEN, WE WILL TAKE CARE OF ARIZONA.

Patrol
Tucson Police Department

February 17, 2006

What a true hero you are Deputy Epp.

Police Mom
Missouri

January 6, 2006

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies.....

Rest in peace, hero.

April 26, 2005

You gave your life doing what you loved. I will remember you.

Reserve Deputy
MCSO

April 1, 2004

Reserve Deputy Epp must have loved law enforcement very much to do this difficult job on a volunteer basis. He made the supreme sacrifice, not because he was paid to do so, but because he gave an oath to protect lives. Bless him for his service, and his sacrifice. He did not lose his life-he gave it.
Rest easy, Brother, you are not forgotten.

Monroe Co. Sheriff Dept. Bloomington, In.l

March 1, 2004