Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Daddy,
Tonight, as I sit at the dispatch console I think about and remember you. You left us way too soon. My whole life I lived, knowing that not only did I lose my father.... but my mama lost her sweetheart. Her first love. I miss you both, but take comfort in knowing that you are together again in heaven. I picture you holding hands and smiling.

On this, the 51st anniversary of your death.... I hope you and mama are dancing together amongst the stars. I love you both.

Your little girl.

Angela l Perry
daughter

December 2, 2023

Officer Charles Hubert Lee will never be forgotten. RIP sir.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

August 18, 2022

Rest in peace Patrol Officer Lee.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 26, 2022

Love you daddy.

Angie
Your daughter.

December 2, 2018

felt the need to talk to you today....but I cant
felt the need to hug you today.....but again I cannot
I woder what your laughter sounds like....but I cant hear it.
I miss you Daddy....
I am on the comittee to design the police memorial at the new PD building, It only took them 38 years to build one.
I hope I make you proud.
I love you.

Angela Lee
Clayton PD/Daughter

February 9, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 37th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service to my home state and the birthplace of my son. 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
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

December 2, 2009

Missing you Daddy, today and always.

Angela Lee
Clayton PD/ Daughter

September 14, 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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 26, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

December 3, 2007

Rest well Officer Lee. You've not been forgotten.

Trooper
North Carolina Highway Patrol

May 16, 2007

My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

April 2, 2007

I finally got your picture put up today. Sorry that it took me so long. This week has made me think of you often. It has been the 5 year anniversary of LT. Carey's death. I am sure she is sharing stories about me to you. I wish I had gotten the chance to know you. I have so many times wondered how different my life would have been if my daddy was here. But I know that God had a bigger plan for you, and I accept that. I accept that by honoring your memory and by serving this town that you died to defend. I love you daddy, Angie

Angela Lee/ACO
Clayton PD/Daughter

September 15, 2006

I worked with Charles on the police department and was a pall bearer at his funeral. He trained me when I first became a member of the Clayton PD. He was a good friend and was a great Officer. I think of him often and hope his family is doing well. I know he always talked about his wife and daughter and I'm sure he has been watching over them. Take care buddy, see you one day.

Ken

Ken Kepley, Special Agent
Federal Bureau of Prisons

July 11, 2006

"The guardian angels of life sometimes fly so high as to be beyond our sight, but they are always looking down upon us."
- Jean Paul Richter

Hi Charles ... You're not forgotten ...
December 2, 2003

Anonymous

December 2, 2003

MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS CARE ALWAYS. I KNOW YOU ARE WATCHING OVER US. MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY YOU LEFT BEHIND AND EASE THEIR TROUBLED HEARTS. YOU MAY BE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. I DID NOT KNOW YOU PERSONALLY, BUT ALL THE WONDERFUL STORIES I HAVE HEARD ABOUT YOUR LIFE FROM YOUR DAUGHTER ANGIE LETS ME KNOW WHAT A GREAT OFFICER YOU WERE. I KNOW IF YOU WERE STILL WITH US YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF YOUR DAUGHTER ANGIE WHO NOW WORKS FOR CLAYTON PD. SHE IS A GREAT ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER. I KNOW YOU WATCH OVER HER AND STILL PROTECT YOUR LITTLE GIRL YOU DIDN'T GET TO SEE GROW UP WITH YOU. YOUR MEMORY WILL BE ALWAYS BE HONORED. THANKS FOR BEING A GREAT HERO.

CRISSY ORAVITS (YOUR DAUGHTER ANGIE'S FRIEND)

telecommunicator crissy oravits
clayton police

Daddy,

There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. Although I was very young, I have always had Mom and so many others to tell me just how special you were. In my eyes you will always be a hero. I hold my head high and am proud for what you lived for, and died for. And, I am proud to be your daughter. Save me a place in heaven,I love you! Angie

Angela Lee
Clayton Police Department