San Francisco Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, December 16, 1967
Reflections for Officer Herman L. George
Cheryl/Deryl/Errol/Trena
I was born in 1967, the year your father was taken from you.
My brother, DC James Morrison, Metropolitan Police, London was murdered on 13 December 1991 whilst off duty chasing a thief. He was posthumously awarded the Queens Gallantry Medal. His killer has never been trace and like your father's investigation remains ongoing.
I served 30 years as a police officer in the Scottish Highlands, 27 of those after my brother was taken.
The reason for my reflection now is that I noticed your fathers name on a roll of honour in Dirty Harry, a film I've watched many times, portrayed by my brothers favourite actor, but have only found out about your father.
I pray that, after all the years since your loss, justice for your father and closure can be achieved for you and your family as I pray that this can happen for our family.
It doesn't matter where we live, bravery and honour are the same. God bless your father and his service.
Detective Sergeant 870413 Gus Morrison
Police- Northern Constabulary, Scotland
January 7, 2023
Met one of your grandsons today. Great young man. Your family should be proud.
Thank you for the sacrifice that allows us to live free.
ET #153
March 24, 2019
Hello to all readers.
My name is Cheryl Gibson, oldest child of Herman Lee George.
Siblings: Deryl
Errol
Trena
(Herman Jr., I've never met. I would love to meet and get to know)
I thank God for my Daddy. We called him by his name Herman. That was at his request.
From as far as I could remember Herman told me that he would never see me graduate from school, meet by boyfriends...
So he started this journey of trying to prepare me for his exit.
Hygiene was important:
Don't eat from people with dirty nails...
Reading was important:
He encouraged me to read "The Bill of Rights" with a $10.00 incentive...
He care about even the material things that I wanted: a bike, a brand new piano, an accourdian, a harmonica...
He taught me how to cook:
He started off with Jiffy Cake mix, he bragged about them to his friends when they came over and gave them a piece. I just knew I could cook.
I was important:
Herman was my HERO!
He took care of a situation at my elementary school, my teacher would discipline us by sticking us with pins. When Herman found out, it never happens again to any kid in my class. HE never said anything about his conversation with the teacher.
Herman actually saved my life from a kidnaper in our neighborhood looking for little black girls. The man got arrested.
This world was important:
Herman spent time traveling with us:
Washington DC
Lousiana to met his family there...
Church was important:
I remember him singing
"Mercy" at churches.
God was very important:
He would sit me on his lap numerous time to sing, "No Coward Soldier"
There are so many memories! From the many treasures my Dad instilled in my ten years with him, the most important was that he loved me and do not be a coward Soldier!
When I think of what I could instill in my children and grandson that would would help to carry them through, I have remembered these things.
Thank you Herman.
I'm very much looking forward to seeing my Dad with JESUS!
I thank God that he had time to talk with JESUS and do what He felt he needed before his exit!
Remember we all will live eternally somewhere, Heaven or Hell. I say to the readers, spend time now with JESUS.
Momma, Mary Ann, I treasure you and thank God at age 82, God has kept us with you!
You have done a great job Momma, thank you! I love you Momma!
You taught me so many things also. Most of all that God is real and that God will keep you, if you want to be kept!
I'm so thankful to declare, I am a kept woman of God!
Beloved of God, the Apple of His Eye!
Cheryl Gibson
Daughter
April 11, 2018
Hello to all readers.
My name is Cheryl Gibson, oldest child of Herman Lee George.
Siblings: Deryl
Errol
Trena
(Herman Jr., I've never met. I would love to meet and get to know)
I thank God for my Daddy. We called him by his name Herman. That was at his request.
From as far as I could remember Herman told me that he would never see me graduate from school, meet by boyfriends...
So he started this journey of trying to prepare me for his exit.
Hygiene was important:
Don't eat from people with dirty nails...
Reading was important:
He encouraged me to read "The Bill of Rights" with a $10.00 incentive...
He care about even the material things that I wanted: a bike, a brand new piano, an accourdian, a harmonica...
He taught me how to cook:
He started off with Jiffy Cake mix, he bragged about them to his friends when they came over and gave them a piece. I just knew I could cook.
I was important:
Herman was my HERO!
He took care of a situation at my elementary school, my teacher would discipline us by sticking us with pins. When Herman found out, it never happens again to any kid in my class. HE never said anything about his conversation with the teacher.
Herman actually saved my life from a kidnaper in our neighborhood looking for little black girls. The man got arrested.
This world was important:
Herman spent time traveling with us:
Washington DC
Lousiana to met his family there...
Church was important:
I remember him singing
"Mercy" at churches.
God was very important:
He would sit me on his lap numerous time to sing, "No Coward Soldier"
There are so many memories! From the many treasures my Dad instilled in my ten years with him, the most important was that he loved me and do not be a coward Soldier!
When I think of what I could instill in my children and grandson that would would help to carry them through, I have remembered these things.
Thank you Herman.
I'm very much looking forward to seeing my Dad with JESUS!
I thank God that he had time to talk with JESUS and do what He felt he needed before his exit!
Remember we all will live eternally somewhere, Heaven or Hell. I say to the readers, spend time now with JESUS.
Momma, Mary Ann, I treasure you and thank God at age 82, God has kept us with you!
You have done a great job Momma, thank you! I love you Momma!
You taught me so many things also. Most of all that God is real and that God will keep you, if you want to be kept!
I'm so thankful to declare, I am a kept woman of God!
Beloved of God, the Apple of His Eye!
Cheryl Gibson
Daughter
April 11, 2018
Rest In Peace Brother. You are honored and Remembered today the 50th anniversary of your EOW. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service. My the coward(s) who took your life rot and suffer.
Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA
December 16, 2017
Just checking in and this time decided to leave a post. God is good and He is my Lord and Savior. We are all well. Mom is in great health she's 77(?). I missed you tremendously at my wedding, the births of my two children, and now my grandchildren. I am who I am because of your blood that runs through me and by the grace of God. 35 years married to a man you would absolutely admire. He's better than good to me! I often wish they would do a Cold Case on your story. . . and this time solve the case. At any rate, want you to know though I was the youngest, we have never forgotten you. My fondest memories was watching you play the piano and sing to Mom, a certain row boat ride in Louisiana and a cross country trip you took us on to see the Capitol. I will always love you, you favorite daughter (wink, wink) Striker.
Trena Turner
Daughter
August 19, 2013
I knew and liked Herman George. I was a reporter for KGO-TV, the ABC station, from 1965-to 1970. I covered night time crime for a couple of those years with my cameraman Lance Brisson. We knew Herman during that time. He was one tough dude and had many enemies on the street. Lance and I were there in Hunter's Point right after Herman was assassinated. I regret that his murder was never solved. I do remember they had good suspects among black radicals, but not enough good evidence to charge them.
Richard w carlson
US Ambassador (retired)
June 13, 2013
Remembering you and your sacrifice on this day. God bless you Sir.
Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department
November 14, 2012
Rest in Peace, Officer George. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
January 22, 2012
Your service has never been forgotten and your death remains an open investigation. May one of those responsible find the courage to do the right thing, these many years later, and come forward. Rest in peace.
Lieutenant Joseph Engler
SFPD
November 13, 2011
I've always heard storys about u my entire life but you were gone before i was born, but that dosen't matter i knw you watched me frm heaven ! I never knew that my son was born on the day god sent u home only it was 35Years later and then i came across this site and decided to let you knw that even we never met here on earth you have always been with us in spirit. Your kids are adults and there kids are adults but as your grand daughter i will make it my duty to let my 3 kids know of wat a great man there great grandpa was! When its time for our paths to meet in heaven god will direct me your way! I love you even though we have never met because without u there would have never been a me! Thank u for serving are people i believe you did it well and you gave your life for it! I wish i could have at least met you but its all in gods plan!
MSTEEONTA GEORGE-McCray
granddaughter
December 11, 2009
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 42nd 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 hope to meet some of your family at a NORCAL COPS function someday.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 13, 2009
You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service
vandenberghe
manchester, nh
November 28, 2007
Officer George,
On today, the 38th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Francisco.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
November 13, 2005
Your children are adults now,may they always know of your love for them...God bless.
November 13, 2005
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