Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It does not seem like it but twenty years ago, I lost a good friend and the citizens of Hampton lost a good officer. I am sorry I was not there for you my friend. It was with tears that I had the priviledge of standing the Honor Watch those last couple days. I trust, that at some time in the future, we will meet again and then you can tell me the answer to the question I asked you in the hospital room.

Retired Officer, Hampton Virginia Police Division
Retired Senior Officer, Federal Reserve Police

February 22, 2014

Kenny....just thinking about you today...thats all....you were and still are the Precious Lamb of God!

Donna Chadwick
Hampton, VA Police Dispatcher 1984-1988

December 18, 2013

We the Battle of the Badges Law Enforcement Basketball Tournament would like to honor Officer Wallace & another fallen officer at our tournament in 2013. We would need a family member or friend to contact me.

Master Officer
Wake County Sheriff Office-Raleigh,NC

December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas Kenny; we still remember you!

Jon Ratliff
Citizen

December 4, 2012

Kenny was a wonderful human being, officer, father, son, and friend I had the pleasure of knowing. I will always remember the laughs we had together and the fond memories of him being with his family. I thank god for you touching my life and serving our community Kenny. May you continue to rest in peace and God bless your soul.

Vada Preston
Friend

December 27, 2011

Daddy I miss you and love you. I live my life in dedication of you and I hope I am making you proud. Chat with you later in my dreams :)

Christine
Daughter

December 20, 2011

THERE'S NOT A NIGHT OR DAY THAT GOES BY THAT I DON'T MISS YOU...MY LIFE IS AND HAS BEEN EMPTY WITHOUT YOU HERE. I FIND MYSELF THINKING OF YOU OFTEN AND I REMEMBER ALL THE TIMES WE SPENT...HOW WONDERFUL.....

Sandy
Friend

June 22, 2011

I will always remember his nice smile!

Brenda
....a friend

April 10, 2011

Kenny was a very nice man; I will never forget his presents. If you knew Kenny then you knew what it would be like to walk in good faith and belief that people can be good. God Speed Kenny; I know your Mom and Dad and I will never forget to remember you! God Bless you and those that have touched us!

Jon Ratliff
Friend of HPD & Kenny

September 17, 2010

I think of you often Brother. I am proud to have served with you at HPD.

Captain Tony Pope
Bloomington Police Department

July 18, 2009

Kenny was a great guy. When I worked as a Security Officer in Hampton at McDonalds, he would frequently come by to make sure i was OK or just to chat for a minute while he was getting dinner. We always knew Kenny was around when we would hear him "woofing" at us from his patrol car. I still think about him from time to time. The community really turned out to show their respects during the funeral procession. The whole route was lined with mourners.

Alan Rose

April 15, 2009

There are certain things that remind me of you. Like riding down Queen Street. I remember flagging you down to see if it was really you driving a Police Cruiser! Thinking about funny times we shared in Math class, or you harassing me as I worked in the School Bookstore during lunch. I remember the night you were taken from us all too well. Oh how we prayed that you would pull through. I had just seen you that day at GE when you were visiting with your sister. You were taken from us too early. Those who didnt know you..They dont know what they missed. You were indeed a WONDERFUL person and GREAT friend! Whenever I see your picture or think of you I break into a huge smile followed by a shower of tears.

Rest In Peace My Friend!

Jonne~ Hardy-Johnson
Hampton High School Classmate

August 8, 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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

April 2, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND YOUR SERVICE, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE. GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 19, 2008

OFFICER WALLACE, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

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

September 29, 2007

To the family and friends of Officer Kenneth Wallace, and most especially to Officer Wallace himself:

On the twelth anniversary of your brutal murder, know that you are being thought of and remembered by those whose lives you touched, whether they knew you personally or not. Your memory is honored and revered.
You were and will always remain a hero.
I am glad that your family and fellow officers received a measure of justice in your case, and hope that it provided some relief and peace for them.

May your family be comforted and supported by those who care for you and your loved ones.

Rest In Peace, Officer Wallace.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD eow 4/24/05

February 24, 2006

Over Ten years... and it still hurt. Not a day goes by without you in mind. You are the reason I continue to do what I do. Your sacrifice will not go unnoticed. You will never be forgotten. Your friend, family your brother. God bless.

Detective Eric Hampton
Homewood Police Department

May 26, 2005

It's been over eleven years now, but, thankfully, you are not forgotten. Every timeI pass by you, either on the Parkway or on Butler Farm Road, I think of the day you made the supreme sacrifice. Well served, brother officer...may you rest in peace.

Cpl. Michael Canny
Hampton Police

May 11, 2005

Officer Wallace,
Thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hampton. It took 5 more years, but your murderer finally got the justice he deserved.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

February 24, 2005

its 10 yrs since he gave his life. i was living in hampton at the time now i'm married to a deputy sheriff and just recently in phoenix we had 5 phoenix officers shot in 6 days 2 of which died on the same call. i lost a friend that i worked with in another dept. 5 yrs ago.i remember like it was yesterday when of. wallace died right near my home i just want people to know that no matter how much time passes thay "ARE ALWAYS REMEMBERED NEVER EVER FORGOTTEN "....god bless you off. wallace and thank you for watching over my husband. god speed & rest in peace....

senta eilola
spouse of mcso deputy

September 3, 2004

God bless you for your service, your devotion to your community and your sacrifice. You will always be in my mind, brother. Hampton's Wythe section is a safer place because of your work. You are my inspiration to go forward and continue the work that you began.

Auxiliary Deputy David Lyons
Isle of Wight Sheriff's Office, Va

February 17, 2004

God bless you for your service, your devotion to your community and your sacrifice. You will always be in my mind, brother. Hampton's Wythe section is a safer place because of your work. You are my inspiration to go forward and continue the work that you began.

Auxiliary Deputy David Lyons
Isle of Wight Sheriff's Office

February 17, 2004

YOU ARE NOT AND NEVER WILL BE FORGOTEN MY BROTHER. JUST SAVE A SPOT UP THERE 4 THE REST OF US. GOD KEEP US ALL SAFE AS WE COMPLETE OUR DAILY TASK.

PO CHANDLER
NYPD

February 12, 2004