Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I started on the Rockford PD about the same time as Mike started at the Sheriff's office. I was on the Rockford PD Task Force when Mike was killed. I remember Mike well. He was a fine man and a great Deputy Sheriff. God bless your family and rest in peace, Mike.

Randy Molander, former officer.
Former, Rockford Police Department

December 14, 2024

Deputy Sheriff Mayborne,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Winnebago County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 15, 2024

Having been made aware of the anniversary of Deputy Mayborne’s ultimate sacrifice yesterday, I looked into his story. I am mindful of his family today.

Deputy Coroner #7500
Winnebago County Coroner’s Office

March 16, 2023

Thank- you for your service . Your daughter honors your family name by proudly representing in the Winnebago County Records Department. ❤️

Janalee Politsch
Winnebago County Records/Civil Process Division Manager

March 15, 2022

Retired Widow
Winnebago County Sheriff Dept Illinois

March 15, 2022

Rest easy

Mark Mottola

March 15, 2020

Thinking and praying for you. I can't imagine your heartache. We will continue to pray for God's guidance and protection.

Nikki M, fellow LEOW
LEOW-Fort Bend County, Texas

April 27, 2018

Thinking of you with prayers. We support you.

Corporal Robert and Deb Brown
Pa. State police retired

April 27, 2018

Happy heavenly birthday Michael. Thank you for watching over our men and women at the department.

Lauri Gesner
WCSO Wife

April 27, 2018

Mike has 5 beautiful, awesome grandchildren he would be very proud of & enjoy now. Marie, Joseph, Mya Lee, Maggie and John L III. He has a nephew who is his namesake. We protested Mike's murderers release for many years. Horrible system. He has several niece's & nephew's he would be very proud of today. Always in our heart. He has been joined now by his Mother & Father. May they RIP

Terry L Mayborne
Wife

March 16, 2018

Deputy Mayborne's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 2-11-18 to honor him.

Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)

February 11, 2018

Your killer was paroled this year, but at after 42 years and at age 80 he won't get to enjoy his freedom very long

Citizen

July 26, 2016

Rest in Peace, Deputy Mayborne. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

January 29, 2013

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 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

March 15, 2012

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 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

March 15, 2012

Your family has done you proud it would seem sir. It warms my heart to know that they have not given up and will continue to fight on in your name.

When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge - Proverbs 14:32.

Thank you.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

March 15, 2011

Deputy Mayborne, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.

September 17, 2010

Deputy Sheriff Mayborne,

Thank you, sir, for your dedication, courage and passion to serve and protect. You will NEVER be forgotten. I pray that Almighty God will comfort your family.

I and others will do all we can to ensure that Justice is fully served regarding your sacrifice.

Thomas Jensen

Father of Detective Jared Scott Jensen EOW 2/22/06
Colorado Springs Police Department

Thomas Jensen

April 14, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 15, 2010

Deputy Sheriff Mayborne, thank you! Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

May 7, 2009

It's hard to believe that it was 35 years ago that we lost you. In many ways it seems like it was only yesterday. Our thoughts are with you, Terry, and the girls.

Nate & Donna

Nate McClure
freind and collegue WCSP

March 17, 2009

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 a long time 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 Deputy Mayborne.

Sgt. Robert Mau Sr.
PD Joliet IL

December 16, 2008

We are very pleased to read today that the PRB has voted against parole with even more of a plurality then last year. We are very proud of your family and their efforts and we know you are too. Every year they have to fight this fight and we fully support them and will do whatever they ask. We are also hopeful of the PRB. They made every law abiding person in Illinois proud.

illinois citizen

June 19, 2008

God bless your family as they go through the pain of keeping your killer in prison. No one should have to do that to get justice but they have done so with honor and dignity. Your courage and service in protecting us will never be forgotten.

Pamela Wells
Sister Detective Jared Jensen EOW 2-22-06

June 19, 2008

First, thanks to the Rockford newspaper for featuring this incident. We again signed the on-line petition and encourage others do so too. Secondly, thanks to your family and friends who established a website in Mike's name honoring Deputy Mayborne that not only shares family pictures (those submariners are some kind of guys) but also explains the problem of C-Inmates. Finally, we hope the parole board serves justice. There should be no problem, the C-Inmates simply remain in prison and complete at least the minimum term of their sentences. We were astounded to learn his killer was eligible for parole in less than ten years of his crime.

Illinois citizen

April 30, 2008