Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Robert

Carson loveless

February 11, 2024

It's interesting how we honor fallen heroes in combat or in civilian life these days. Sort of behind the scenes and not in public view. We witness police actions as seen on videos by phone which are taken out of context. On a daily basis we see police beating up and overstepping their bounds according to the media.

We don't get to see any videos of policeman being shot or military people being shot. That wouldn't play well in the media.

If you were policeman and were thrown into a situation of utter chaos, not knowing if one of the people you are trying to separate or restrain has a gun or knife how would you act ?

Maybe my father used too much force or bravado, but I will never see the video or get to ask him. He died.

I miss you Dad

Derrick handwerk
Son

June 9, 2015

Rest in peace and Olav Hashalom Officer Handwerk. Your valor and commitment won't be forgotten.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 23, 2014

Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO

December 11, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Handwerk. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 5, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 48th 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.

Time never dimishes respect, and your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for the solace of all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever, I hold your family in my heart's embrace today.

Rest In Peace

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

January 25, 2012

You are not forgotten, today or any day! Thank you for your service and sacrifice brother!!

former Officer
MPDC

January 24, 2011

You are not forgotten, today or any day! Thank you for your service and sacrifice brother!!

former Officer
MPDC

January 24, 2011

Officer Handwerk, neither you, nor your sacrifice, have been forgotten.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

October 12, 2010

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 21, 2008

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Handwerk, we have the watch...



I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.
Isaiah 6:8

You answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest easy in God's kingdom and watch over us as we continue the battle here on earth!!!

Officer
MPDC

April 8, 2007

Although, I was only 1 year old when my father died in the line of duty, I think of him almost every day. It is nice to see others are also thinking of him. Thank you, Forrest

Dr. Forrest Handwerk
son

May 25, 2006

42 yrs ago today, the price the family has to pay, God continue to bless Ofc. Handwerk's family. A true hero, never forgotten!

Retired PO
City of Miami PD

January 24, 2006

You are not forgotten. Rest in Peace

Sergeant
MPDC

January 25, 2005

In memory of Officer Handwerk, you are not forgotten.......

M. Bartholme
Richmond Police Dept (VA)

April 10, 2004

A HERO IS NEVER FORGOTTEN. MY BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. YOU SERVED WELL.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

January 24, 2004