Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Not a year has past that I don't think of you on this date, Brother. I am proud to have served with you at HAVTI and am thankful to have been one of your friends. RIP as we still have the watch.

Mike Weaver, Reentry Affairs Coordinator
Federal Bureau of Prisons, FMC Rochester, MN

November 19, 2018

Brian it has been nearly 31 years since we attended Law Enforcement School together in Hibbing. Time goes on brother but we never forget. We still have the watch!! Rest in Peace Brother!!

Doug Parrow - Police Officer #9-2L12
City of Lead South Dakota Police

October 27, 2014

It has been thirty years now Brian and it still feels like yesterday. I remember when my dad and I would meet up with you and Wally at Country Kitchen. I enjoyed our talks as we looked forward to our careers. We lost another hero recently, Scott Pine, Orange County Sheriff, and it brought back the feelings I had when we lost you. I have been blessed with a long career and have had a few close calls. I know you have been watching over me. Thank you. God Bless you and all the heros with you in heaven Brian. You are so missed and always remembered for your sacrifice.

Sgt. Jim Berish (Former Constable)
Ocoee Police Department (Formerly Grand Lake Township)

March 3, 2014

Brian was a very special friend, He will NEVER be forgotten.... He will always have a special place in my heart!

Friend

December 7, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th 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.

Rest In Peace

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

November 19, 2011

Brian was my one true love and tomorrow marks 27 years he has been ripped from my life. I know how much he loved his new job in training and his partner Wally thought of him as his son. I am still in touch with Brian's Parents as they will always be a part of my life. But, as we know life goes on and no matter what I am or have become. My life was enriched by his presence and true love. Gone but never forgotten.
I Love You Brian!
Terri

Terri Rengo
Fiancee

November 18, 2010

"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

November 29, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

November 27, 2007

"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

November 26, 2007

Brother Brian, thank you for your service and sacrifice. You'll never be forgotten.

December 4, 2006

May Our Lord bless you and your loved ones.

November 19, 2006

My brother, also a police officer, went to "cop school" with Brian in Hibbing, and often talked about what a good guy he was. Say a prayer for Brian today and ask the Lord to bless this fine young man and his family which undoubtedly misses him.

A Minnesota Cop

February 10, 2006

Thanks for your service. Most Dedicated.

June 30, 2005

Never forgotten.

June 30, 2004