Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

David & Karen,
You don't know me but I am currently the Wilshire W3 AWC. With the great leadership of Sgt. Frank Rodriguez we decided last year that we would honor all Wilshire officers killed on their anniversary.

We work our shift in class A uniform and start our roll call by reading about the officer. We also go to the scene of the incident take a picture which will eventually be placed outside of our roll call room next to the picture of the officer.

You are not forgotten. In a couple of weeks we should also have a memorial outside of the station for all of our officers killed in the line of duty. You will live forever in our hearts.

Sgt II M. Harvey Dixon
LAPD- WILSHIRE

September 11, 2024

Many many years have passed that our family is still missing my big brother. David will not know his nieces. It doesn't get easier, its gets worst as time passes. Its so unfair.

Ret. Officer Karen Kubly PIII
LAPD Sister

September 6, 2024

Rest in peace always and 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 27, 2020

RIP. You will never ever be forgotten.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired, NYSP

January 10, 2020

God called you to him very early in your career. We will always remember your sacrifice. RIP

Deputy Sheriff Los Angeles
County Sheriff

September 27, 2019

Semper Fi Brother in Blue. You left us way to soon. God bless you and your family. We are all so very proud of your service and commitment to serve.

State Traffic Officer 7185 and United St
California Highway Patrol/SLA Area 530

September 27, 2019

It was 40 years ago, as we approached midnight in the eve of this day, that I rushed from the station to aid an officer in pursuit. As I came on scene I saw Dave aside his vehicle. We spoke, and he pointed to the direction of the suspect's flight.
We were classmates in the Academy and so proud of ourselves for so successfully having completed our time as probationary police officers just weeks prior. Little did I know, within that moment, that we would never speak again. His bravery, his awareness to duty, has resonated with me since. David, you will always be remembered.

Sgt. Gerry Sola, retired
LAPD; Classmates - class of 2/78

September 27, 2019

Rest in peace Officer Kubly.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 26, 2019

Rest In Peace Brother. After 38 years your sacrifice is not forgotten

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
City of Upland, CA

September 27, 2017

I was David's classmate from the Academy. He and I both worked the same division (Wilshire) on probation. I wheeled out the month before David's murder and David was also due to be wheeled out soon. I remember waking up, turning the TV on and seeing the news and being stunned about his death and realizing that David paid ultimate price in seeking a career in law enforcement. David was also the first cop funeral I attended. I still remember it to this day. A young man and husband whose life was cut so very short. Rest in Peace David.

Lieutenant David Evans (Retired)
Los Angeles Police Department

August 30, 2016

I was one of the four officers that found and arrested the suspect. What a coward he was. Even though still armed he couldn't get far enough away from that weapon as soon as we spotted him. Although he resisted at first he was quickly and efficiently taken into custody. He had quite a few injuries that were apparently received in the car crash the night before. We did not know Officer Kubly as we were from a different division but we were proud that we were able to help bring this terrible situation to a close.

Woody Parks (Ret) LAPD

Det-III Woody Parks
LAPD

April 25, 2015

I remember this incident well. It was shocking and sad. I was his age when I became a Los Angeles County Deputy Sheriff 4 years after his murder. I never knew him but his death made an impact on me. I guess they all do. To those who loved him and lost him, from a stranger, I remember.

Sergeant Brian Wilkinson
Wheat Ridge P.D. (Colorado)

March 7, 2014

We have not forgotten you sir.

Officer J.Jaynes
Arizona Highway Patrol

April 23, 2013

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

Officer 11169

January 14, 2012

Remembering you on this day. Continue to watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You will never be forgotten as true heroes never die.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 27, 2011

Many Years have passed since your death on Western Ave. I just wanted you and everyone else to know that you are remembered always. I am grateful for your sacrifice and your duty to all of us in Law Enforcement. I remember your sister Karen when she worked at Hollywood Division. She was very proud of you and you were always her hero. Mine too.

Retired Detective John Miller
Los Angeles Police Department

June 12, 2011

Officer Kubly - I was one of your sister, Karen's, FTO's at Hollywood. She was always proud of you and carried on in your absence. Thanks for your service to the people of Los Angeles. May God bless you, your memory, and your surviving family members, always.

Chief K. Moreland (Ret. Sgt.)
Palmer Lake, CO PD (Ret. LAPD)

April 16, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 30th 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.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

September 27, 2009

In honor of the death of Officer David Kubly, Wilshire Area will honor his in-the-line-duty death with a tribute to Officer Kubly in 2009, marking the 30 year anniversary of his passing. Thanks to retired Officer Karen Kubly for actively keeping David's memory alive. David will be honored by Wilshire Area during the 2009 Memorial Run on 5/30/09, along with Detective Janine Manji, who passed in 2009. The spirit of both David Kubly and Janine Manji has touched the personnel assigned to Wilshire Division and the ability to honor both on the same date is truly what makes the Wilshire Division a very special place to work.

To the family of Officer David Kubly, Wilshire plan's to make you the invited guests in October, during Wilshire's formal inspection. Captain Eric Davis intends to have you as his invited guests as part of the inspection party.

Last, but not least, I am currently writing the commendation which will allow the Department to award Officer Kubly's family the new Purple Heart Award, that was recently approved by the Los Angeles Police Commission. This new Award will be awarded to Officer Kubly's family, posthumously. I look forward to the date when the ceremony is set and you can be there for this presentation.

Lt Bryan A. Wong
LAPD Wilshire Detective Division

May 27, 2009

Oh, this breaks my heart. 30 years ago, but tonite you were honored on the
website. You were so young and I know it broke many hearts when you were
taken. Thanks for your service, every minute of it, and for your costly sacrifice.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous

January 13, 2009

Officer Kubly's memory lives on. He could have easily simply gone EOW, rather than attempt to initiate a traffic enforcement vehicle pullover, of someone failing to stop for a red tri-light signal. The fact that it was a robbery suspect in a stolen vehicle was only discovered later.

Being the professional (even after the jerk led him in a vehicle pursuit and crashed), Officer Kubly ran up to the car to render aid to what he thought may have been an injured driver, only to be met by gunfire.

Officer Kubly:
Today, I spoke with retired LAPD Detective John Miller, who responded to the incident. He and I may not be related to You by blood, but we will never allow Your memory to die.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

September 27, 2007

"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

September 17, 2007

Offcier Kubly,
On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sence, we pay tribute to your spirit. The Evening watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department's North Precinct will hit the street tonight in your honor. Please watch over us as we continue you fine work.

For the entire shift,
Sergeant V.T. Rosen

Sergeant V.T. Rosen
Henry County Police Department

September 27, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Los Angeles Police Department. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Officer Kubly deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. No greater love has a man than the will to give his life for another. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Kubly is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, North Carolina

June 8, 2006

Dave my uncle I'm proud of your services to protect and serve. Your always in my heart and talk about you often. I always looked up to you as a child and you were always there for me. Never forgotten always remembered love you. Your nephew RICHARD PAYNE jr.

RICHARD PAYNE jr.
nephew from his wife side

June 7, 2006