Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I worked with Bruce back in 1980s when I was a ACO for Kent County Sheriff Department (Animal Control Officer). He was always friendly and kept telling me to better myself. I went on to become a Federal Law Enforcement Officer and retired in 2015 after 30 years of service. He was a good man and fine officer. Sorry it took so long to Honor him. Thank you Bruce for pushing me!! Rest in God’s arms for eternity.

Kevin
Federal Law Enforcement Officer

October 12, 2022

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten by your LE brethren. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 17, 2020

Today is the 21st Anniversary of your end of watch Bruce. Your daughter kindly came in and brought goodies for the guys here at the station. You raised a thoughtful, wonderful daughter.

Retired Sgt
GRPD
July 17, 2015

Retired GRPD SGT.

July 17, 2015

Thinking about you today Bruce. Your daughter is coming in later to the Department with a pencil etching of you name from the memorial. Thank you for your Service.

Retired Sgt.
GRPD

July 17, 2014

Thank you for your service and doing your part to protect this country and all who live here.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office

September 26, 2012

I often think of you and that awful night. You were a great friend and will always be remembered

officer, retired
East Grand Public Safety Dept.

May 16, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the sixteenth 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 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.

I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both their pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 17, 2010

On this day, may you, your family and friends know and take comfort in this: You and your sacrifice are not and never will be forgotten.

Officer Josh McCrary
Plumerville Police Dept, Arkansas

July 17, 2009

"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

November 14, 2007

Hi Bruce

Thank You for your service. Thank You and all of the Police Officers and Fire Fighters that mentored me when I was a kid my Dad was suffering with cancer, and my brother was serving our country in Viet Nam. Its been 13 years now since you past. I miss you and all of the Officers that were so much a part of my life. God Blessed me by having you be a part of my life. Thank You and God Bless You.

PSO II Mark Wessely
Alticor Fire Brigade

July 8, 2007

Thank you for your service. Rest In Peace Brother

DhPD, Mich.

September 18, 2006

Sleep safe with Our Lord.

July 17, 2006

We went to the academy together. I was working the night you were killed and was very saddened by the news. I have prayed for your family and friends for ten years now and will continue to do so. God bless you.

Chief Patrick Hedlund
Newaygo Police Department

September 22, 2004

Thank you for your service to the community. Rest in peace.

Sgt. Corey Luce
Kent County Sheriff Department, Grand Rapids, MI

June 8, 2004

God bless you, Sir. Your service and sacrifice shall never be forgotten.

a MN Cop