Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Visited your resting place again today my brother. Pulled up a few sprigs of grass and reset the little flag. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace.

anonomous
Law officer friend

September 4, 2015

Rest in Peace brother, we have the Watch

Policeman
Phoenix PD, Brother in Blue

September 1, 2015

It has been 32 years since we all held our breath praying for your release or rescue that never came. You could have been rescued from those violent heathens but politics made the decision not to do so. Your life was cut in half at least Such a tragedy. All the media has ever wanted to remember were your seven murderers. Shame on them. Your widow should have been awarded at least 100 million dollars for wrongful death.

anonomous
Law officer friend

August 27, 2015

I just want the Hester family to know that we have not forgotten Bobby and I for one continue to visit his grave and reflect on that horrible incident when Bobby went to be with the Lord. I placed a flag on his grave recently and will never stop visiting his grave. God continue to comfort Anita and the rest of the family.

anonomous
Law officer friend shelby county, tn.

August 27, 2015

I was a Fugitive Squad officer of the Shelby Co, Sheriff's Dept, and on duty the night Bobby was taken hostage, I heard the first rants and raves of the crazed Linberg Sanders when our scanner locked in on the North Precinct frequency, I could hear Bobby in the background screaming. I still hear it, Many tears were shed by many officers from departments all around over the next thirty hours and after. May God continue to comfort his family members and his police family who still grieve over his passing,. May you rest in peace brother and walk those streets of gold with our Lord and Saviour.

Sgt. H.D. Bartels (Ret)
Shelby County Sheriff's Department.

July 11, 2015

I served in Viet Nam as a military policeman with Bobby. We were a small unit and all of us were very close. I did not know about this tragedy until it had all passed and I have always regretted that I did not have the opportunity to attend Bobby's farewell. I think about him often and the sacrifice he made. Rest in peace brother, I wish I could have been there to back you up that day.

Major Larry Jerald (Retired)
Marion County Sheriff's Office, Ocala, Fl

April 23, 2015

Bobby you are thought about so often...It's hard to believe that it's been 32 years...it funny how I always think of you as my big cousin even tho I'm now a great deal older than you where the day you left us..we miss you

Mary Hester Hunt
cousin

April 7, 2015

I once saw a show on tv about this very case and needless to say, could never forget it. I am so sorry for what this poor officer had to endure and am happy to know that he is now at peace- never again to suffer like that again. God bless him and his family. Thank you to all police who put their lives on the line, so civilians like me have help when we need it most. You are all heroes.

Mary
just an ordinary citizen

February 5, 2015

I have lived in Memphis all my life, however was in Atlanta, GA when this happened. I really never knew what happened until I began looking at various events the last several days.

I can not began to imagine what you, Officer Hester, went through. The pain, suffering and horror that was in that house is beyond comprehension.

I am so sorry this happened to you. Your family and friends are in my prayers. RIP Officer Hester. Know that your thought about, loved and everybody's hero!!

anon
anon

August 23, 2014

My father was the XO of the North Precinct and remember those three horrifying days almost daily. Bobby, you gave the ultimate sacrifice and I am still saddened that city politics played a major hand in this event. You will always be in my heart and mind.

Carlos Holcomb
Son of Retired MPD Officer

May 11, 2014

I too, was a young adult watching as this horror unfolded. It is sad, that even today, the truth of the suffering and torture of those officers is still being 'buried' due to racial strife. it will always be there Memphis! I moved away to raise my children in a racially safe environment. my heart goes out to those who still have to endure the distorted events because the political correctness will never allow the whole truth to come forward. peace to all who serve Memphis. may the heavens protect you, Memphians will not.

s wilson

April 21, 2014

I remember this incident so well. I was glued to the television hoping and praying for Officer Hester's safety and release. My youngest child was almost 3yrs old. I sat in horror watching this tragedy unfold. This situation should have never happened and forced MPD to reassess procedures. Officer Hester, nor any living creature, should ever have to pass over in the manner that he did. The others that were killed in that house should have been released to the public for the same treatment they forced on this officer. The hatefulness that exists in this city today existed then. I think of you so often, Officer Hester. Thank you for your loyalty and dedication for the protection of us as citizens. Rest in Peace. To all officer's, I pray for your protection and a safe return to your families every day.

Melissa, Citizen of Memphis

February 11, 2014

I was 12 years old when this happened. My dad was a Lieutenant on the Shelby County Sheriff's Department. Later as I became a Memphis Police Explorer Cadet I ALWAYS thought of you and the this senseless tragedy. As I became a Memphis Police Officer in 1993, you were and have stayed on my mind and heart. When I was a FTO I would make my trainees listen to a tape of the incident that was copied over and over through the years and passed around. I wanted each and every single one of them to listen to it. Then I would have them reflect not only on your sacrifice but also grasp the cruelty and inhumane treatment by which you paid the ultimate sacrifice. Bobby may you rest in peace and know you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.. Signal C brother...

Sgt. Pete Smith
Memphis Police Department

January 25, 2014

About a year before his death, Patrolman Hester was dispatched to take a report at my house about my attempted kidnapping while walking home from first grade at Vollintine Elementary. My mother was distraught over the incident, but Patrolman Hester was so wonderful to her. Our family has always remembered him fondly and we still mark the anniversary of his death. On behalf of all those he helped, we are so grateful for his service.

Anonymous

August 1, 2013

Memphis is definitely poorer without your presence. But the streets of heaven are patrolled by a genuine hero.

Anonymous
Anonymous

April 30, 2012

The streets of heaven are much safer with you on duty now.

Anonymous
Anonymous

April 29, 2012

I was just 3 years old when this happened, and am only now hearing about it. I am from Memphis, but live in Kentucky now. Hearing about this makes me sick to my stomach. Thank you for your service. God bless your family trying to carry on.

AJ

April 17, 2012

In the early 90's I was beginning to see evidence of symbols of the occult throughout the city that I served..I took notes, pictures, interviewed several people and asked a lot of questions..I determined that the citizens of Corning may have a major concern headed their way..I spoke with religious leaders and mental health professionals that have dealt with those involved with satanic worship and the occult..We had a two day seminar and schooled law enforcement, fire officials, those in the medical field and many others..Making these folks aware I hope helped not only to bring awareness but to help prevent what happened to you Officer Hester..Rest easy my friend.

Gary A. McCarty (ret.)
Corning City Police, NY

March 30, 2012

Bobby,

I work the North Precinct (OAS), and your Ward most of the time. I first learned of your story in the Academy and madethe pilgrimage to that house the same day. Now that I am I am in that Ward, I always go by there and pay my respects and reflect on things. I even do my Paperwork there from time to time. Just know that noone has forgotten you and that I'm keeping you with me daily. I'm saddened that a part of our heritage (your ward) will be leaving the North Precinct.

PII Reinsberg
Memphis Police

February 12, 2012

I remember this well. A friend of mine and I were downtown when they were having the funeral. We were members of our local Law Enforcement Explorer Scout program at the time so we had followed this closely....

I've never forgotten what happened, such a tragedy.

Jeff Oliver
Martin, Tn

January 13, 2012

Wow..29 years have past. We still miss and love you Bobby.

Mary Hester Hunt

January 12, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 29th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Laslater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all of those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

I have posted thousands of reflections on this site and read of many heroic officers. Reading your story sickened me because of the utter depravity of your killers and imaging the ordeal of what you endured and the thoughts of your comrades as they tried to rescue you. I will never forget you and you will always be one of my special heroes.

Rest In Peace

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

January 12, 2012

Thought about you today Bobby...we still all miss you.

Mary Hester Hunt
Cousin

September 7, 2011

Robert,

Rest in peace. I will never forget that night or our friendship.

Captain Mike Wagner, Retired
Mmephis Police

July 9, 2011

Although your tour of duty is over, you will never be forgotten! May God bless you, your family and your co-workers. Rest in peace my brother

Lieutenant George Monroe Retired
Pulaski Co. Sheriff Dept.

July 5, 2011