Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Tanner here we are again, another year gone by, this is one of the hardest days of the year for me every year. Its been 12 years since you were taken away from us way too soon, yet still, this day brings back a flood of emotions. The grieving process is a process that we all go through when we lose someone dear to us, but I can tell you from experience these past 12 years that our emotions do not fade or disappear. I feel if it was 80 years the emotions would still be there. Loving you and missing you never goes away. We carry on in this life with our day to day activities which must be done yet, all the while, never forgetting you. The memory of you and your service to our community is reflected every time a car goes by with your number 17 decal displayed on the window. Every time I see that number, on TV, on a car or anywhere, I think of you and miss you all over again. You were loved, you are loved and you will always be loved. By the way, we have had some really frigid temps here in Z-ville these past couple days, but every time I see your picture with your smile it warms my heart. Love you brother.

Inspector 82136

January 8, 2014

My Brother Deputy Is Another Of Our Great Angels That God Sent Our Way. We At The Licking County Sheriff Department Will Always Be Thankful,And Prayers Go out For His Wife And Family,And The Great Officers Of The Muskingum County Sheriff Department!

Sgt. George Croom (Police Chaplin)
Licking County Sheriff Office

October 15, 2013

Tanner,
I remember that night like it was yesterday. The deputies who searched the woods couldn't see him in the dark, but they heard him yell at them to stop. My husband was one of them, and he swears to this day that it was your voice that yelled from the heavens. You have been with him many times since...like a guardian angel. Thank you.

Abby
deputy wife

August 22, 2013

Deputy Sheriff Tanner,
On today, the 11th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Muskingum 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 8, 2013

Here we are another year gone by without you with us. In just two days it will be 11 years since you were taken from us that dreadful night. 11 years without you bright smile and kind words, 11 years without you here to protect us. I remember a time long ago when we were very young, and you were strong and acted as a protector at that time, and I always felt safe around you, then when you became a deputy sheriff I knew you were doing what you were suppose to do, even though I always worried about you. I know that you may not be here to protect us in person but that you watch over us even still everyday. This year you would have been 51 years old, gee that sounds old, but it still would have been nice to say Happy Birthday to you just one more time. I know you already know this but I am going to say it again and again until we meet again - I love you and miss you and you will never be forgotten. Your service was not in vain. Your time here on earth may have been short but the impact you made on everyone you came in contact with will last forever. Love you my brother.

insp 82136

January 6, 2013

RT, I'm sorry you didn't get to turn 50 this year. Everytime I have a birthday and you didn't I think how unfare to you and the rest of us. I sure miss you buddy.

MCSO
Your Friend

September 12, 2012

S 17, You are still remembered.

Ron Birkhimer
Dresden REACT

September 5, 2012

Robert, I never met you in person but I had the honor of meeting your sister. She is loving, very kind and considerate.(rarely found these days)
Her heart is on her sleeve. I can't help but to believe you both share similar characters: which in my book is a big thumbs up! Your memory is very much alive in how ofter she speaks about you. You truly was taken way too soon.

A Friend
USA GOV / FEMA

August 23, 2012

Love you and miss you Tanner. The heart ache of your absence brings tears to my eyes, just thinking of the fun loving times and words we've shared. You were taken from me way too soon. Love you brother.

Insp 82136

July 15, 2012

10 years have passed and I still shed a tear for you.

Ron Birkhimer
Dresden REACT #4811

January 17, 2012

Only have the ability to say one thing "17"

Lt. William Shaw
Zanesville Ohio Police Department

January 9, 2012

I still remember and miss you very much! Never forgotten.

S71

January 8, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 10th 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for aolace for all those who love and remember 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 8, 2012

Tanner, I love and miss you very much. I miss seeing you and talking with you. I miss the happy times we've shared together and all the times we can't. Our time together in this life was short, but the love we had for each other will last an eternity. Thanks for watching over me. Love you and miss you brother.

Anonymous
loved one

May 29, 2011

While reading some of the reflections, I noticed one of them saying Happy Birthday. Then noticed the date. Happy Birthday Deputy Tanner. Keep close watch on us on the streets and inside of the fences.

Floyd Mullens, Sr.
FCI El Reno, Oklahoma

February 11, 2011

9yr's brother, I miss your smile and your laugh so much. Your voice still echos in my mind from that horrible night. I know you watch over us all and unfortunately you have a new friend to walk with for eternity in Deputy Hopper. May you both rest in peace. Love ya J.

D12
Muskingum Co SO

January 8, 2011

It's coming up on 9 years since you were taken from us. I still find myself thinking and talking about you ofen. I see your picture everytime I walk downstairs, a picture of how I remember you, with a great smile and having a good time. I was at your old house the other day for work, and I remembered all the good times we all had there. I will always remember, Miss ya.

S71

January 2, 2011

RIP my Brother. Thank you for your service.

Deputy S. Yates
Covinton County Sheriff's Dept. (Mississippi)

July 28, 2010

8 Years since you were taken, thinking of you and still fighting the good fight. Your voice still echos in my head like it was yesterday. Hope you like the flowers, even thouh their always the same.

D12
MCSO

January 8, 2010

You have not been forgotten as true heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones.

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

January 8, 2010

Just thinking about..Now you have Brico to keep you company. RIP Tanner

Teresa Fisher

March 25, 2009

Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

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

February 23, 2009

I THINK OF YOU OFTEN, AND MISS YOU! YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTON!!!

S-71
MCSO

February 15, 2009

I've been thinking of you a lot here lately. I miss you more everyday.

Anonymous

February 8, 2009

I took your father and mother in law out the other night for a beer. We had a wonderful visit. They told me a funny story about S-71 stopping by their house. I realized how much they love and care for all of us. Anyone wearing a badge is family to them. Texted your wife, told her we were all thinking about her.

Lt. Bill Shaw
Zanesville Police Dept.

January 22, 2009