Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sheriff Lott,
On today, the 50th 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 U.S. Army during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

June 23, 2024

Unfortunately sometimes the evildoers go unpunished but assuredly will face a higher court and authority at the appropriate time. Thank you for your service and know that your sacrifice is one that will never be forgotten. Rest in peace always.

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

June 23, 2020

I remember this. This happened when I was in elementary school in Cedartown. I remember the very sad atmosphere of the whole town.

Senior Chief R. Barton
Retired

April 19, 2018

My cousin had been the sheriff of Polk County Georgia a few years before this happen. I remember hearing him talk about it. His name was Sheriff Sonny Williams

Major JP Morgan
Retired

April 19, 2016

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 23, 2015

RIP... you are not forgotten.. There should be a place on here for citizens who helped LE, whether they lived or died. Police officers are expected to run to danger and take control, but citizens who come to the aide of an officer down are heroes, as well....

Former Deputy Sheriff
Marion Co. Sheriff's Dept., Indpls, IN

April 26, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 38th 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

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

June 23, 2012

Rest in Peace, Sheriff Lott. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 3, 2012

As my career's end is coming closer, I decided to check and find those who had lost their lives during the year that I was hired. While it's been many years since your passing, I'm sure those you left behind and those whom with you served with distinction have kept you alive in their memories. Thank you for your service and for looking out for us who continue in our chosen profession. Rest in peace Sheriff Lott.

Sgt. Robert Mau Sr.
PD Joliet IL

December 17, 2008

Sheriff Lott I still remember the day after your tour of duty ended, no one could believe what had happened.
May god watch over your family forever.

Deputy Sheriff David Jameson
Douglas County Sheriffs Office Ga

November 7, 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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

October 10, 2007

Frank was a good, honest man wholoved Cedartown and Polk County.

July 20, 2006

May you Rest in Peace .

June 23, 2006

GOD bless you, sheriff. Rest in peace.

D/S R. B. Hill
POLK County Sheriff's Office, Bartow, Florida

March 4, 2005

My Grandparent speak very highly of Frank. He was a very good person.He was the best Sheriff in Polk County.

February 28, 2005

Remembering you on your anniversary. Didn’t know so many were lost on 6/23 until one of our own was lost. You will never be forgotten.

Anonymous

June 23, 2004