Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Burton was a D.A.R.E Officer back when thjs tragedy took place! I remember him coming to our school to teach us the dangers of drugs! He was so soft spoken, very passionate for the children of North Vernon. I miss Officers like this, he was honest, stood up for what was right, listened to what we had to say, and responded with the best and most honest response a caring person with a huge heart; could! It's too bad that the our Justice System, in Jennings County isn't full staffed; with officers like this one right here! R.I.P Anthony Burton! Even now, you're very much missed for your service in our sad and unfortunate little community! I just know things wouldn't be the way they are right now, if you were still here in the line of duty!!

Jenny Jones
An Old Student Of NVE, D.A.R.E Program

April 20, 2020

Rest In Peace Brother LEO. Thank you Hero and your family for your courage, sacrifice and service. Always remembered.

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

March 24, 2020

Patrolman Burton rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 31, 2019

Rest in peace

Gary Burton deputy
Sheriff dept

May 21, 2016

I miss you Uncle Buddy! I am so proud to say your my uncle. Your spirit and inspiration still lives on strongly!

Alisia
niece

November 12, 2013

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

Officer 11169

April 6, 2013

Remember that day like it was yesterday!!! You'll never the know the impact that you had on our community. Your legacy lives on and truly "Gone but not Forgotten!"

LaDonna Simpson
Mother of a State Police Officer

March 24, 2013

I miss him everyday!! He meant everything to me when I was a kid. He took me to Kentucky just to eat at a fish restaraunt. I will never forget going to see Jungle Book at the movie theaters with him. I had to sit on his lap the whole time because I didnt weigh enough to keep the chairs from folding me up in them. And for some reason he would always find quaters in my ear that I didnt know was there. LOL I Love and miss him so much!!

Dawn Burton
neice

March 24, 2013

Thank you for your service to our community! You will never be forgotten! You gave the ultimate sacrifice ! Thanks for you dedication! Gone but never forgotten.

Michael W Alexander Sr
No agency, North Vernon Resident.

March 24, 2013

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones and close friends today. You will never be forgotten by those that love you dearly and the Blue Family will never let you be forgotten.

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

March 24, 2013

Thank you for being such a great uncle. I have many great memories of you and Diane. I think of you often more now that I am at the age you were when you passed away. I pray for Diane often since she suffered through not only your loss but the loss of Bryce. Thank you for everything.

Angel Roman
Niece

September 9, 2012

RIP Sir, a hero is honored today

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

March 24, 2012

Thanks for your sacrifice Anthony. You are still remembered and loved. It's been over 18 years now since I got the call that you and Lonnie had been killed yet it sems like only yesterday.

Anthony was my RTO and a totally stand up guy. His sense of duty and committment to the community was beyond reproach. He taught me not only how to perform police duties professionally but how to mix just the right blend of personality, common sense and kindness together with the sometimes seemingly cold efficiency of the law so that a person didn't walk away with the feeling that a police officer was just an unfeeling automaton.

God bless you, you are remembered.

JD Callahan, 1SG, US Army
Former Reserve Officer, NVPD

June 18, 2011

Patrolman Burton, Thank you for your service to our county. God bless you and your family.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE

August 5, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 24, 2010

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion
Proverbs 28:1

You are not forgotten

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.

March 24, 2009

To Anthony and his family and friends:

Today is the sixteenth anniversary of Anthony's tragic death and the day all your lives changed forever. As I read the loving reflections left, I am mindful of the journey we all struggle with as we try to make a life for ourselves...we know that is what our beloved would want us to do, but the heart always aches for the one who can only be with us in spirit for now.

I hope that you all find some peace in your heart tomorrow as you hold your memories like the rare and beautiful pearls they are.

May Anthony's spirit continue to soar and his memory continue to inspire.

Rest in Peace, Anthony. Your valor and dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 24, 2009

Patrolman Burton,

Thank You Sir for your service and sacrifice.. May the Lord be with you and your family today and always.. Rest in Peace Sir...

Joyce
Sister of Officer John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

April 24, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 27, 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

January 14, 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 tra

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 14, 2008

Patrolman Burton, thank you for your service. Neither you, nor your sacrifice, will ever be forgotten.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

November 1, 2007

THIS GUY IS MY BROTHER AND I LOVE HIM SO MUCH AND MISS HE SO IT HAVE BEEN 14 YEARS SINCE THE GOOD LORD TOOK HIM FROM US I HAVE BEEN TRY TO DO THINGS I KNOW THAT WOULD MAKE HIM PROUD OF HIS SISTER I LOVE YOU SO MUCH ANTHONY.YOU ARE TRUELY MISSED AND LOVE ALOT

Angela "Burton" Hedger

April 7, 2007

Thanks for your dedication to the community and for the ultimate sacrifice. You inspired many people of North vernon, me being one of them. Thank you and may you rest in peace.

Jail Officer Trevor Harmon
Jennings County Sheriff's Department

February 25, 2007

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU WILL BE MISSED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION, SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO. MY SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND DEPARTMENT.

Deputy Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

February 17, 2007