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1929
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2012
Basil LaFollette Obituary
Upon his discharge from the Navy, he returned to McKinney to work for Sherwin-Williams and married Barbara Moore on June 1, 1951. After a brief time working in the refineries in Port Arthur, Basil and Bobby returned to North Texas as he would start his career with the Dallas Police Department.
Beginning in 1954, he served in various roles and became known as "Duck" LaFollette and was instrumental in starting the "first offender program" with the Dallas Independent School District. He was a founding member of the Dallas Police Officers Association in 1959 and received the officer of the year award in 1964. He retired as a Sergeant in 1980. He traveled the U.S. by motorcycle with other retired officers and troopers. Basil served as a deacon of the Creekside Baptist Church and was a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association, Grayson County Sheriff's Posse under Sheriff Woody Blanton, and the Van Alstyne Saddle Club.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Barbara Moore LaFollette, daughter Julie LaFollette, brother Ralph LaFollett, nieces Chris Dopson, Ann Embry, Jan Ernst, Cindy Dowis, nephews Charles LaFollett, and Duane LaFollett
The Memorial Service will be 3 p.m. Monday, February 6 at the Creekside Baptist Church, 1105 N. Waterview Richardson.
If desired, tributes in lieu of flowers can be made to the church in his name.
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Memories and Condolences
for Basil LaFollette
THERESA BENNETT
January 29, 2020
Miss you my friend. You were a sweetheart to me. May God bless you. Elaine
bobby debenport
February 13, 2012
Bobbie. Sorry to here about you husbands
death.My mother and father were very good
friends of ya'lls in the early "police" days.Jerry and Pat Debenport.Mother would love to talk to you. Please call me at 214/298-1690 for more info. Pat and
Jerrys son Bobby.
Cathy Leslie
February 5, 2012
Julie: I love you so much and am proud to be your friend. You are the woman you are because of the way your mom and wonderful dad raised you. You are grieving right now and I feel your pain after losing my best friend (my mom) a short time ago, but your dad is in a better place and is so proud of the person you have become. Lynn and I love you very much and have no words that will make you feel better, but know we are always here for you. Love you
Theresa (Elaine) Bennett
February 5, 2012
Julie and Bobbie: I love you very much and feel priviliged to have known Basil. He was very special. But I know how much he suffered and how hard he fought to stay here. He is at rest now. May you find peace as well. Please know that I will always be here if you need a shoulder to lean on.
Melanee Yielding
February 4, 2012
Dear Bobbie and Julie,
I could fill an entire notebook with fond memories of Basil, from my first chew of tobacco while loading hay at the farm, to riding in the Grand Entry at the Mesquite Rodeo, and he even sold my dad my first vehicle - that great '64 Chevy pick up. He taught me so much about life, horses and love. He was an amazing person. I'm so glad we reconnected via email the last few years, and it was as if we'd always stayed in touch. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you.
Much, much love,
Melanee (Beard) Yielding
Detective (Retired) Roy Hodgens
February 4, 2012
The highest honor a law enforcement officer can receive at his passing is the simple statement, "he was a good, hardworking and honest cop" and Sarge was certainly all of these.
I pray his family and friends can find peace and comfort during this time of sadness and grief in the blessings of our Lord.
Page Henry
February 3, 2012
Dear Bobbie and Julie, Basil was not only a father, and a husband, but he was a friend to many. I am proud to say he was my friend. He told me when I was young and trying so hard to fit in to just be myself. Because of Basil, I still wear Cowboy Boots and Jeans, and I am proud . I love you both and ask that God gives you comfort during this difficult time. Page Billings Henry
Cathy Powell
February 3, 2012
Julie, so sorry to hear about your family loss. I know you were very close with your dad but both you and your mother are very strong women and will handle this loss with our prayers.
Kelly Smith White
February 3, 2012
Dear Bobbie and Julie,
We all know that Basil is in a better place and that GOD never gives us more than we can handle. He taught me about horses, motorcycles, how to avoid getting arrested and that 3 x 7 = 21. He will always be with us as our guardian angel and we will get through this together.
All my love,
Sandra Bailey
February 3, 2012
Bobbie, my deepest sympathy to you and Julie. May your faith in our GOD give you comfort in your time of grief. The friendship,support and love you and Basil gave to Mary Billings (my cousin) has always been
treasured.
Sandra Bailey
February 3, 2012
Bobbie and Julie so sorry to here about Basil. Peggy and I have you in our prayers. I know he has everbody in heaven laughing he always keep me laughing and he sure will be missed. Lots of good memories when I was a kid.
Thinking of yall
Alan and Peggy Eoff
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