Tucker County Sheriff's Department, West Virginia
End of Watch Monday, September 9, 1946
Reflections for Sheriff O. Gay Hovatter
Rest in peace Sheriff Hovatter.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
December 14, 2022
Sheriff Hovatter,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Tucker County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
September 9, 2021
Rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
September 9, 2020
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 67th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
May 2, 2013
Sheriff Hovatter:
Although I never knew you personally, I am honored to have followed in your footsteps serving the citizens of Tucker County.
I am very happy I was able to convince the WV Legislature to name the bridge in Parsons in your honor. It was a ceremony worthy of your sacrifice, with at least 15 WV Sheriffs and many other L.E.O.s in attendance.
RIP!
Sheriff Tom Felton
Tucker County Sheriff's Office
May 24, 2012
I grew up hearing about Gay's untimely death as a Child.
Harry Skidmore
1st Cousin 2 x Removed
January 31, 2007
Sheriff Hovatter you have not been forgoten and we thank you for the sacrafice you made. God bless you and rest in peace.
Cpl. C. D. Siler
WVSP
December 27, 2005
God bless you and your family. You will not be forgotten.
DE
St. Louis City Police
March 27, 2005
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