Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"He heals the broken and binds up their wounds." Psalm 147:3
I praise God for this man's service to our country. His story is so inspiring to me considering that he was just volunteering, and I admire that so much. I pray for peace for his family, his life will always be honored.

Kendall Ashburn
Veritas Classical

April 14, 2024

Praying for the family of Larry. His life was taken at such a young age, but he will live on as a brave officer for years to come.

Libby Smalley

April 18, 2023

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

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 10, 2022

I knew Larry Mulkey from the Forsyth County HS Band. He was a great kid and his death was a tragedy. Just a kid riding with the deputy. Classic wrong place, wrong time.

Civilian
Friend

October 31, 2019

Rest in peace Reserve Deputy Mulkey. So young and heroic !

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 5, 2019

Larry and I had been dating for 2 yrs when this horrible day occurred. 46 yrs today - gone but never forgotten. RIP Larry...................

Janice

January 10, 2018

Larry and I had been dating for 2 yrs when this horrible day occurred. 16 yrs today - gone but never forgotten. RIP Larry...................

Janice

January 10, 2018

RIP Brothers, God bless you'll and your families, prayer is that God put his loving arms around your families giving them comfort, peace and understanding during this terrible incident.

Major Walter Landrum (retird 1972-2012)
Bainbridge Public Safety

January 11, 2016

We remember always a classmate that wanted a career in law enforcement. RIP LARRY

Danny Reid
Friend from school

January 10, 2016

Larry,
You are not forgotten. Thank you for all the great FCHS memories.

Janet
Friend from High school

January 12, 2015

My sister dated Larry in High School. As a little sister, I thought he was so cool, and I am sure he tolerated me, but I loved him. I remember this day as if it happened this morning, not 40 years ago. I also went to school with Officer Cantrell's son Allen. These were special men who wanted to help and serve the citizens of Forsyth County. Today they are still thought of as the great men they were, and are missed by those who knew them...

Elizabeth Mize Gardiner

January 10, 2013

Rest in Peace, Reserve Deputy Mulkey. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

March 30, 2012

Without a doubt, Larry was the best friend I ever had. I have lots of wonderful memories of our days in band and throughout high school. My heart is still very heavy from the loss of one who had so much to give and who was filled with so much compassion and talent. "Go Rest High on that Mountain, Son, your work on earth is done." I love you!

Hazel Floyd
Friend for Life

January 12, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 40th 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. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace.

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

January 10, 2012

i gave chase to the perps in atl. with other off. resulting in the subsequent capture of them. i did not know till now how young larry was. i am in the process of writing a book about my atl police and marine corps exps. i trully wish from the bottom of my heart this had never become a part of that book. love and prayers still to the family. kelly anders.

chief dep. cla. co. tn. ret. APD det.
atlanta police

November 8, 2010

Larry and I were good friends and classmates at Forsyth County High. We spent many hours at his parents’ home singing while Larry played his guitar. He was an only child and his parents loved him so very much. It was a difficult time when they lost him. Some forty years later, he is still missed.

James M Cowart
friend

September 15, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

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

January 3, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 8, 2007

G-d Bless.

January 10, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss, we lived on the road where the incident happened. I was 4 at the time. I remember going to the courthouse when my mom and dad testified during the trial.I remember my mom telling me about the trial.

No rank or name

October 29, 2005

Your memorial came up today on "WE REMEMBER". I grew up and still live in Forsyth Co. I was ten years old when this happened and remember it very well and pass by the place where it happened often. You will always be remembered for your bravery and courage. Thank you for protecting the county that we both grew up in.

Michele
Forsyth Co., GA citizen

March 28, 2005

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies....

Rest in peace, hero. God bless.

October 14, 2004

Rest easy, Brother, you and your partner are not forgotten. Bless you for being willing to volunteer your time, and for giving so much more.

Monroe Co. Sheriff Dept. Bloomington, In.l

January 10, 2004

08-28-03, MT BROTHER, YOU DID NOT DIE IN VAIN AND YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RETIRED
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

August 28, 2003

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THIS TRAGEDY.. MY GOD BLESS THIS FAMILY ..OH HOW I KNOW YOUR PAIN...

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