Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Chief Kanz,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Washington. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 31, 2021

Chief Kanz, today marks the 48th anniversary of your untimely death. I find it ironic that those protesting the war and the death overseas caused deaths here at home, including yours.

Though the years have passed, for those who knew and loved you best, both at work and especially at home, it probably seems like yesterday but I'm sure, you have been kept in their hearts and minds and thusly, have never truly left them.

God Bless you, Brother and may your continued rest remain peaceful.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department

March 31, 2019

Rest In Peace Brother Kanz.

Sgt. Jarrod L. Wilson / K9 Officer
West Virginia Division Of Corrections

April 16, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the forty-first 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 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.

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. Thanks to your family for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

Rest In Peace.

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

April 1, 2012

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 31, 2010

Today Chief, it’s been 38 years. I just wanted to drop another line and say thank you for your efforts. RIP sir.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

March 31, 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
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

April 29, 2008

My Dad and brother attended the University of WA and
I came to Western in Bellingham and am still here! The
60's and 70's were rough times, but I have watched those same kinds of riots on t.v. at the Evergreen State College campus recently. Fortunately, there is video tape of those causing damage and they will suffer the consequences. Different war, same premise... so not
much has changed. Except for my thinking. I used to
protest the Vietnam War and now I take goodies to the
recruiters!! Who knew? Glad I've changed since my
liberal, college days. There's hope for all of us still...
Thank you for your service during some difficult times
in our history. It wasn't an easy job then and it still is
a challenging one now.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

March 31, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE. THE VIETNAM ERA WAS A TERRIBLY SAD TIME FOR THIS COUNTRY, I AM SORRY THAT IT COST YOU YOUR LIFE. I WAS 22 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME OF YOUR DEATH, AND WAS NEVER PART OF ANY PROTEST. I WILL NEVER FORGET SOLDIERS RETURNING TO THIS COUNTRY AT THE END OF THAT CONFLICT AND BEING SPIT AND AND TREATED SHAMEFULLY. NO MAN OR WOMAN THAT GIVES THERE LIVE ON BEHALF OF ANOTHER OR THEIR COUNTRY SOULD EVER BE FORGOTTEN OR DISRESPECTED. YOU SIR AND THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO FOUGHT FOR THEIR COUNTRY ARE HEROES JUST BY THE PROFESSION THEY CHOSE FOR OR WHO WERE DRAFTED. GOD BLESS YOU, GOD BLESS THOSE SOLDIERS AND ALL OF YOUR FAMILIES.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 28, 2008

Anti-war protests caused the death of a peace officer. Did those protesters ever consider the consequences of their actions? Doubtful.

You gave your life for the sake of others and for it, you're memory will live the hearts of every cop who ever has to face an angry mob. God bless you and all those you left behind.

Ptl. Jim Leahy Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

September 30, 2005

Thank you Chief for your years of service, dedication and professionalism.

Detective T. Henshaw
Bell Gardens Police, CA.

August 26, 2004