Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Tom,

I want to say you have not been forgotten by any of us. Your memory lives on in all of our hearts. As a former Los Angeles County Police Officer I attended the Rio Hondo Police Academy Class 157. I polished your plaque and when asked by Tac Staff if there were any members from my department on the wall I shouted out your name and Howie Wongs name. I worked with your partners in the years after my graduation at the academy. You were highly respected, very well liked, and truly missed. I’m truly sorry we lost such a great man and I pray for your family daily. God speed Tom. Never forgotten!

Louis B Lave
Deputy Sheriff LASD

January 5, 2024

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God." [Matthew 5:9 NKJV)
"Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends." [John 15:13]
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." [Matthew 5:4 NJKV)

I mourn for the loss of Officer Thomas Benton Worley here on Earth, and for his family and friends. Officer Worley was a genuine peacemaker and gave the ultimate, in love, for his fellow human beings. Although he is sorely missed here on Earth, he will always be a son of God.

Sergeant Cynthia (Worley) Barlow
Los Angeles Police Dept. - Retired

December 21, 2023

To lose a officer anytime is beyond horrible but to lose you this time of year is especially bad. I pray for God to comfort your family during the holidays and the rest of the time. You are a true warrior. Thank you for your courage and dedication. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace sir.

Jerry
Fellow citizen

December 21, 2023

It is unbelievable how 29 years have passed, yet I remember that night like it was yesterday. I was shopping with my wife, when I received a 911 page on my phone from Jay Schickel, letting me know what had happened to you.

Tom, rest in peace and know always that you are in our hearts and minds regardless of the passage of time. Your mother has been a precious gift to all of us and we love her. She became our Departmental Chaplain and once we were disbanded, she became a second mother to us.

God bless you always my brother, and it is still an honor to have served with you.

Edward E. Ramos, Lieutenant
LA County Police

November 30, 2023

Officer Worley,

I recall hearing the news of the incident in which you were killed. At the time I worked for an investigation company that contracted with Los Angeles County to document work related injuries to County employees. The Safety Police was one of those County departments I regularly worked with. I vividly recall speaking to the Chief of the Safety Police days after the incident. I was at his office on another matter, but the shooting had been so recent, and your death felt close to home for me, since I regularly interacted with Safety Police officers on my job. What made an impression on me, was that you were off duty, and that, while your area of responsibility on the job was confined to County property, you were not required to respond to a crime off of county property, yet you did. You put your life on the line to protect another person, thus making the ultimate sacrifice. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

February 14, 2023

Tom and I worked for Golden West K-9 Patrol in 1992. He was recently out of the Air Force. Tom was my FTO at Golden West K-9 and I couldn't have had a better person to train a 19 year old young man the ropes of being an armed patrol officer in some of the most crime ridden areas of the San Fernando Valley. We got along great riding together, got into foot pursuits together, arrested a few bad guys and became friends. It was always a pleasure to see Tom at shift change to exchange stories. I left California for Montana and returned back to California in Dec 1993. I was hired by Westec Patrol in Jan 1994 and heard through the grapevine Tom finally got hired by L.A. County Safety Police. I was truly happy to hear Tom was living his dream. Then came the terrible news in December that Tom was killed by a robber while off duty. I had found out before it was released to the news that it was Tom. Even off duty Tom was protecting the citizens he served. Tom was just the kind of man to do so without hesitation. I think of Tom often over the years. I hope and pray that his family is doing well. See you again one day in Heaven Tom.

Greg Houston
Correctional Officer Texas Department of Criminal Justice

August 30, 2021

Tom,

I wanna say thank you for your commitment to our profession. You are a true hero. I wish I could have worked with you. I pray for your wife and children always. God speed my brother. You were an awesome example of bravery. You displayed unsurpassed heroism on the day you left us. You will not be forgotten and your family is our family.

Louis B. Lave

Deputy Sheriff
Lost Hills Malibu LASD

May 29, 2021

Officer Worley,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the USAF. And to your Family and loved ones ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 21, 2019

Still remembering your ultimate sacrifice of that fateful day so long ago. Happy holidays to his family that he left behind. He left us as a hero.

Deputy Sheriff Los Angeles
County Sheriff

December 21, 2019

Semper Fi Brother in Blue. You won’t be forgotten. May God bless you and your family. We are all proud of you and your love of your profession. So very sad that you were taken from us and your family on that fateful day. 4 days before Christmas and out shopping. So very sad you are gone. Words can’t describe how sad we are.

State Traffic Officer 7185 and United St
California Highway Patrol

December 21, 2019

Rest in peace Officer Worley.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 21, 2019

I attended Santa Monica College with Tom. We attended the same church and I was friends with his family. We were both lucky enough to join the brotherhood of Law Enforcement. I remember being devastated that my friend had been murdered protecting others during a robbery off duty. He was a true hero and stepped up to face evil. It was very hard to see how devastating his passing was to his family. He was funny, friendly to everyone and truly gave it all to help. In 2019, I will be riding the Police Unity Tour in honor of Tom Worley's memory. He is not forgotten and he is missed.

William J. Mattison, Sergeant
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

SoCalPUT Chapter VII "We Ride For Those Who Died"

January 31, 2019

God speed my old friend. You're not forgotten.

Sgt. Paul V. Gallo
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

December 21, 2017

Rest In Peace Brother. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service.

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

December 21, 2017

I still Remember. Will never forget. Will always pray for you and your family.

Former Officer L.A. County Park Police
L.A. County Park Police

February 18, 2017

God bless sir, we still remember. I will say a prayer for you and your family tonight.

Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

December 22, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Worley's family. It speaks very highly of a man spending quality time with his significant other to see trouble and assist. I am truly inspired my Deputy Worley act of valor to show his true strength in such a moment. Thank you for your services.

Recruit Rocha (MSHPD), Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Class #403

Officer Fancisco Rocha
Metropolitan State Hospital Police Department

October 1, 2014

I still think about you, Tom. You were a good friend and a good partner. Thanks for watching over us, brother. Rest easy, we have the watch from here.


David Johnson

Deputy
LASD

December 23, 2013

I love you, miss you, and think about you daily. You have got beautiful children who have grown into wonderful adults. You would be proud. Coming up in December you would be a grandfather. I love you.
Your little sister,
Katie Worley Tucker

Katie Worley Tucker
Sister

August 30, 2013

For those that new Worley, he was a great person and was always there when you needed him. I had the honor to work alongside him when he was assigned at LAC/USC on pm shift. All the training and experience he obtained from the military was obvious based on his ability to lead and the professionalism that he displayed on a daily basis. I miss you brother. Rest in peace

M. Perez / Deputy Sheriff
LASD (ORIGINALLY COUNTY PD)

February 21, 2013

Tom was one of my best friends in high school. I remember the phone call just before he left for Lackland AFB Basic Training. I know it was his goal to be an Officer and I knew he would give the job his all! Tom gave his all and he will be missed by all of us!

Jay Meyers, Workers' Compensation Compli
Dept Of Industrial Relations

October 3, 2012

Having lost touch with Tom upon his departure from the US Air Force so many years ago, I was deeply shocked upon learning his fate. Tom wanted nothing more than to protect and serve. I'm honored to have known Tom and so saddened by his sacfrifice. Watch over us all Tom.

Lawrence Zielasko, MSgt, USAF Ret
US Air Force Security Police

March 17, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th 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. Rest In Peace

I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. I hold your family in my heart's embrace today.

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

December 21, 2011

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

Officer 11169

October 23, 2009

RIP and know that you will never be forgotten by the ones who knew and love you.

Anonymous

October 16, 2008