Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Both of your killers were caught and convicted, and have been in prison for 30+ years. They will die there.

Officer Corey Gray
Pearland PD

June 28, 2021

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten. Rest in peace always.

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

June 28, 2020

Rest in peace Detective Mandrell.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 29, 2019

Thank you for your service, Detective Mandrell. So very sorry your life was too short because of the lawlessness of a juvenile, and undoubtedly, others.

Civilian
Civilian

May 30, 2018

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

July 4, 2015

I have been thinking about David a lot this week and reliving that day back in 1988.It was such a horrible and sad day finding David like we did, ambushed in that barn killed by a couple of brothers who are now out of prison!!!!! David was such a good friend to his community and a great Police officer and an even better person.. WE MISS YOU

Chief Richard Smith
Portland Police Dept tn

May 14, 2015

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 24th anniversary year 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

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you. I thank your family and friends for shring their devotion to you through their reflections.

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

December 9, 2012

As a child my uncle James David was My "Real Life Hero", whenever I was with him and he would take me for a ride in his patrol car when he was still a Patrol Deputy, I felt invinsible and proud and most of all loved. Even after ALL of the years that have passed since we spoke last, A "Real Life Hero" he Remains in my Soul. R.I.P. James David, You are missed and I Love You. I'll see ya soon

Jody Mandrell
Nephew

April 14, 2012

Detective Mandrell, you will never be forgotten sir. Thank you for your service to Sumner County Sheriff's Department. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

July 8, 2010

My Dearest Family and Friends

Somethings I'd like to say but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with Our Lord above. where there's no more tears or sadness just eternal Love. Please don't be unhappy because I'm out of sight, remember that I'm with you every morning,noon and Night.

The Day I had to leave you when my Life on earth was through God picked me up and hugged me and He said I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, You were missed while you were gone. As for your Dearest Family they'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly as part of my big plan. There's so much we have to do to help our Moral Man.
Then God gave me a list of things that He wished for me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you.
I'll be beside you everyday and through out the years, And when your sad. I'm standing there to wipe away your tears.
When You lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight God and I are close you in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth and all the loving years, because your only human they are bound to bring you tears.

Please don't be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned, But if I were to tell you You wouldn't understand.One thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is over I'm closer to you now than I ever was before.

To My many Friends, Trust God knows what is best.I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest.

So, If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain.
And now I am contented that with my life. it was worth while,Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
If you meet somebody who is down and feeling low just lend a hand and pick him up as on your way you go.
When Your walking down the street and you've got me on your mind just know I'm walking in your footstep only a half a step behind.
And if you feel a gentle breeze or wind upon your face that's me just giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace.
I will always love you from the land way up above We'll be in touch again soon
PS God sends his Love.

Anonymous

April 6, 2010

"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

January 30, 2008

James David, You were a very special influence in my life. You were a "hero" to me as a young boy and as I grew older into my troubled teen years you lent me a hand and directed me onto the right path. You DID MAKE A DIFFERENCE in this world, and in my life, My life is a better one because you were in it. I miss you Uncle David.

Youy Nephew,
Robert "Jody" Mandrell

Spec. Robert "Jody" Mandrell
U.S. ARMY

October 15, 2007

David it has been a long time now since you were taken away from this world. I still miss you. You gave your life for so many others, I will never forget you and always cherish our friendship.


Lt. David Beasley
Sumner County Training Officer
Gallatin, Tennessee

LT. DAVID BEASLEY
SUMNER COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT.

November 24, 2005

WE STILL LOVE AND MISS YOU AT THE OFFICE

Anonymous

January 11, 2004

DAVID IT HAS BEEN A LONG TIME AND I STILL MISS YOU, AS LONG AS I LIVE I WILL NOT LET YOUR MEMORY BE FORGOTTEN.

Anonymous

A true hero such as Detective Mandrell Is an inspiration to the rest of us Law Enforcement Officers To continue the fight of justice.

Patrolman Jim Rattigan
Boston Police Dept. Mass.

Your sacrifice will not be forgotten

DAVID, AS YOUNG MEN WE PLAYED BASEBALL TOGETHER. AS WE GREW OLDER THE GAME BECAME MORE SERIOUS. SO SERIOUS THAT WHEN WE MADE AN OUT, WE WERE OUT FOR GOOD. NOW WE TRAIN AND TRAIN AND HOPEFULLY, BECAUSE OF YOU, WE TOUCH ALL BASES SAFETY, BEFORE WE GO HOME.

LT. DAVID BEASLEY
SUMNER COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT