Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I first met Steve while hanging out at D&M Gun World in Titusville Florida. Through Steve my interest in a career in law enforcement grew. Steve along with Joe George, Doug Massey and Lucy Cruz were the reasons I followed the Law Enforcement path. I am now retired and a survivor of a 32 year Law Enforcement career. 11 years at the Brevard County Sheriff's Office as a Deputy followed by 21 years as a Senior Special Agent with US Customs/HSI. I was truely shocked on the evening I learned of Steve's sacrifice. Imagine....the event took place on my Birthday. I hope he is with God. I owe him thanks for his influence in my career path. He will be rembered always !

HSI Senior Special Agent James Krause
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)

November 21, 2024

My name is Angela Schouten and I am the niece of Stephen House. Andrew Wieber you can contact me at [email protected]

Angela Schouten
Niece

January 16, 2022

I recently have acquired some information that leads me to believe that Stephen F. House was my biological father. I do not know if this is true yet. My name is Andrew Wieber I was born in Rockville Centre, NY June 19, 1978. I can be reached at [email protected] if anybody can help me contact any of my surviving family members. From what I have been reading about Stephen he seemed to have been an amazing person and police officer. I am deeply moved by his tragic death even though it was so many years ago.

Andrew Wieber
Family member

March 9, 2020

Rest in peace Officer House.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 14, 2019

REST-IN-PEACE My Brother in Arms

Anrae Godley-Cooper
U.S. Army Military Police

June 3, 2018

Steve was my firearms instructor in 1984. His wit and humor made our class laugh. He was concerned for everyone's skills and techniques hoping to keep us safe and to survive in our careers. He was a great officer and instructor. His impact on hundreds, if not thousands of officers was immeasurable! His spirit lives on. God bless his family, and God rest your soul Steve!

Lt Dave Crispin (ret)
PBPD

February 19, 2016

My dad told me some stories about you in the Albuquerque Police Academy in 1980, he also had some photos of you at the gun range and with other cadets/new officers enjoying some brews on graduation night. He described you as "badass" when talking about your defensive skills/martial arts. He also informed me of this tragedy. Some say a person dies twice, once physcally and 2nd when the last of their friends or family passes on and their name is no longer mentioned. Your legend lives on. God Bless

A. Nogales
Teacher

September 30, 2014

As the twenty fifth year anniversary has just passed, know that your sacrifice was not in vain and that you memory will long endure in the hearts of your loved ones and co-workers.

Thank you for you service and may you continue to watch over us.

Deputy Commander Roger Gross
FLEO

April 2, 2014

I want to reflect My deepest regrets. I am responsible for not being there for your dad and Cammy. let me explain.. I was the babysitter. your dad tried to change his schedule. (at the time I was a victim of a violent relationship.) and my husband refused to let me work for them anymore. so he had to continue with his regular schedule or the new program. I have lived with this guilt since that day. I wish I could turn back the clock for you ;family. Please forgive my weakness. god bless you

Tracy
caretaker/1989

March 26, 2014

I was an aikido friend of Steve and Cammy's, I have recently moved back to the area and looking back.
Steve was a wonderful, sensitive kind friend a wonderful martial artist and a great police officer.

Donna L Verge
friend

June 10, 2013

I am the person that left the reflection to Steve, jr. If you would like to contact me, my phone number is .

TPD
M

February 17, 2013

Continue to rest in peace Officer House, we will never forget the sacrifice that you and your family made for all of us.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

February 15, 2013

This is to the family of Steve House. Steve Jr, you are right, your dad was an amazing man. I had the pleasure, nay, the honor to have been able to call him a friend. I first met your dad as a cadet in the police academy where he taught me self defense and arrest techniques. Of course, he was very professional, wise, and loved what he was doing. I just thought that this would mean something to you, to know that I acutally knew your father and worked with him. He was a very joyful soul along with his professionalism. There were many times I recall him using akito in a joking manner at the squad room to make me say "Uncle" or whatever else he wanted me to say. I just want you to know, as someone that knew your dad, that he was the ultimate--- extremely caring, so caring that your mom and him just three weeks before his end of watch, insisted that I stay on their couch while going thru a very stressful time for me. I loved him like a brother because of who he was. Finally, you can bet that you and your siblings, will meet him in heaven because of the great man that he was. He lives in my memory daily.

TPD

February 10, 2013

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

Officer 11169

February 16, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 23rd 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 diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered.

I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace today. Thanks to your son for sharing his devotion to you in his memories. I too understand the meaning of a life-altering event.

Rest In Peace

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

February 15, 2012

My heart and prayers are with the family of this hero today as they face another EOW. May God be with them and guide them as time does not heal the pain in their hearts. Continue to rest in peace Officer House, we will never forget.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

February 15, 2012

I went everyday to the trial of the murderer of Officer House. I remember Officer House's sweet wife. May God watch over her and her children.

Al Barrett

June 4, 2011

I sit here typing my reflection with tears in my eyes after reading the reflection from years ago written by Steven. No child should have to suffer the loss of a parent so young.

Rest assured Steven your Daddy is with you, every day, watching over you and loving you.

He is not forgotten.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

February 15, 2011

We will never forget the heroes who gave their all to serve and protect the citizens of Florida, and you sir are one of them. Continue to rest in peace.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Anonymous

February 15, 2011

Though I never knew him, I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. So many of our beloved officers have been, and continue to be, taken from us. Whether it was today or decades ago, we mourn them all and never forget the deep sacrifice they made; the price they paid that we might continue in safety and freedom. May the family and friends of this beloved officer be comforted in knowing that God never fails, and may He continue to comfort & sustain you as you hold the memory of this dear one in your heart.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD

April 16, 2010

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND SERVICE TO TITUSVILLE, FLORIDA. YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE. AS ALWAYS THIS WRITER IS DISAPPOINTED WHEN JUSTICE CANNOT BE SERVED ON ONE'S BEHALF.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 10, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 8, 2007

Heroes and the sacrifices they make will never be forgotten. Officer House, you are a true hero and you are not forgotten.

SPO
Salem, Va

February 9, 2007

What a tragic and senseless loss! It truly saddens me to read that your four children had to grow up fatherless, but justice was never served. You lived and died a hero, and your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Please keep a watchful eye over your family and your fellow brothers in blue.

Detective
Orlando Police Department

September 27, 2006

To the House family and friends. My as my families thoughts go with you as you as we struggle with our loss'.As the word says in John ( No greater man is he than a man who lay down his life for his friends.To the House family,he may be gone in body but not in spirit,memories,or your hearts.

chad landrum
son of a fallen hero

April 3, 2006