Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

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

August 5, 2020

Sgt. Cheek,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Oglethorpe County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

August 5, 2020

Rest in peace Sergeant Cheek.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 8, 2019

Ronnie, as a friend to your son Timothy, I got to spend time with you. You was an amazing Christian father, husband and friend. I am honored that I had that chance to get to spend time with you and get to know you since you sacrificed daily as a Deputy to Oglethorpe County. As a man of God you touched many lives as well, rather on duty or on a personal level. You treated everyone as an equal and we surely miss you dear friend.

Angie Taylor Holder
Family friend & Citizen of Oglethorpe County

August 6, 2015

Ronnie... You were a part of my life, for about as long as I can remember... I remember you as a deputy, a mentor, a friend and a loving, Christian, father & husband to your Tim, Lisa & Ms. Faye... I can't ever once remember you losing your temper on or off duty... You treated everyone with respect, no matter their race, religion or back ground. You were a man many of us looked up to, and had the respect of your peers and the community you worked & lived in. You were definitely taken from us too soon and I, as I'm sure others do, think of you often.

Stacy Aaron
Family Friend & Citizen of Oglethorpe County

August 5, 2015

Rest in peace, Sergeant Cheek. Thank you for your many years of dedicated service to your community. Your ultimate sacrifice and that of your family will never be forgotten. Prayers continue for your family, friends, and Oglethorpe County SO and many law enforcement brothers & sisters. Godspeed and God Bless, Hero.

Kathy B
Grateful Georgia Citizen

August 4, 2013

Although I never got the chance to meet you i sure wish i had though I know you we're a good person and wonderful husband,father,and grandfather and for that I will always love you and keep you in my heart forever.

Tori Johnson
Granddaughter

July 12, 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 18th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. 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 for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 31, 2013

Rest in Peace, Sergeant Cheek. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 1, 2012

Thinking of you today on LEMD. Love you and wish you were here. Made lots of new friends and finally understand what it means to be a survivor.

Tim Cheek
Son

May 15, 2011

UNCLE RONNIE YOU ARE MISSED EVERYDAY , THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DID AND FOR LLEADING ME TO WHAT I DO .. I LOVE YOU

YOUR NEICE

SGT LYNN GOGAN
GORDON C O E911

March 22, 2011

A HERO TO MORE THAN HE KNOWS. ©2004

Lane Family - Arlington, WA
Family of Ferry County Undersheriff matthew J lane, EOW 5/30/2003

November 26, 2009

Thank you,Sergeant Cheek,for your service...

CC3 James Stalcup
Tennessee Department of Correction

March 8, 2008

"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

October 10, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones and your friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You have not been forgotten as true heroes never die. Keep watch over all of your loved ones.

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

August 5, 2007

I know officer Cheek's wife,and I love her dearly, she
is one of the finest Christians I have ever met.She came
to me when I lost my husband,while she was grieving for
her own,to offer me her friendship and support.
I thank God for people like officer Cheek and his family,
and pray that God gives us a lot more just like him..

bonnie hester
wife of another fallen officer

November 22, 2006

It was around 1983 and I recall us backing each other up "just over the jurisdiction line" because we did not have anyone else around. I was glad you were there. You touched the lives of many people and I think of you often.

September 2, 2005

I was 19yrs old and five months fresh on the job when I attended Sergeant Cheek's funeral. It was at the funeral that I learned the true meaning of being in the Law Enforcement Family!Even though I did not know you personally, you will never be forgotten. May God Bless your family and keep you in their hearts.

Cpl. Robby McCannon, Sr.
Greene County Sheriff's Office, Ga

July 3, 2005

Thank you Sgt. Cheek. Your service is our safety. RIP

May 27, 2005

On behalf of Concerns of Police Survivors, we want to thank Sergeant Ronald Cheek for his ultimate sacrifice in protecting the lives and property of the citizens of his community. He was a dedicated officer and a good family man. His department and our nation has lost a great officer who who loved his job. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, son and daughter.

Roger D. Parker
Georgia Chapter - Concerns of Police Survivors