Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My great grand father wow , my children will know and knows who you're. We might have never physically been face to face but your spirit is of higher power. You made all of us who share apart of you strong and I know innerstand who I'm truly more! Bloodline is strong thanks for everything you have done and still doing

Johnnetta

December 20, 2024

I remember everyday on duty seeing your photo on the wall behind the control desk at the PD and the respectful memories of those who knew and served under you, including your son, John, whom I personally served under, a good man.

Patrolman Dennis A Bozung
Royal Oak Township, Charter

April 1, 2023

Daddy

Happy Heavenly Birthday to my Dad. The short time we were together, made a lifetime of memories. Love You!

Raymond Gatewood
Son

February 28, 2023

My Dearest Uncle Jimmy,
Today June 22, 2021 marks the 60th anniversary of your EOW on June 22, 1961. You will forever be our hero.

Brenda Joyce
Niece

June 22, 2021

Thank you for your service and always know that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten. Rest in peace always.

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

June 22, 2020

Rest in peace Sergeant Gatewood.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 19, 2020

My Dearest Uncle,
Happy Birthday!!! Today, February 29, 2020 we celebrate your 104th birthday and your 26th Leap Year birthday since your D.O.B. February 29, 1916.
You were only 45 years young, at your E.O.W. on June 22, 1961.
Although physically gone, you will never be forgotten.
You will continue to live in our hearts forever.

Niece, Joyce

February 29, 2020

Grandfather,

Wasn't granted an opportunity to meet however, much in common from what I've been told. No nonsense, served in the Military and from the looks of things, my eyebrows arch too lol Thank you for your service in many ways from our family to the community's... Rest Well,

Trever D. Gatewood

Sergeant Trever Gatewood
Grandson

October 31, 2018

RIP. Never forgotten. Thank you for your service.

Officer A. Bilal
Detroit Police Department

June 22, 2017

Wishing you a very Happy Birthday today from LaNita Gatewood (daughter in-law) never got to meet you nor did my children your grandchildren.

lanita gatewood

February 29, 2016

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 22, 2015

Sergeant Gatewood's picture was proudly displayed in our station for many years. The station and department no longer exists but Sergeant Gatewood's still exists in many of our memories.

His son John L. was also a Sergeant and became the Public Safety Director for several years and is now retired.

Former Dispatcher Keith Kramer
Royal Oak Township Public Safety

December 19, 2013

My Grandad whom had 6 children, my Mom being the oldest. Love You Grandad...I remember......

Civilian
Grandaughter

July 24, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 51rst anniversary year 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

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

November 28, 2012

May God continue to bless you and keep you safe on your 45th EOW anniversary. I knew your son James III who you would be so ever proud of, later
became the chief of the very same department you served under. Let me tell you that when he mentioned you, you could see the beam of pride in his face. Thank you again for your service to a gratful citizens.

Sergeant - Ret
Southfield Police Department - 1974 to 1989

June 22, 2006

no words could ever begin to thank you for your service and sacrifice. As the daughter of another officer killed in the line of duty, i know the cost you and your family paid.

Diana

December 6, 2005