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Sergeant Richard J Dominguez
Retired in 1974. That is 45 years of Retirements. Rest in Peace.
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South Salt Lake City
Police Officer David Romrell
Cigars Under the Stars 2018
September 8, 2018, 6 PM
Santa Anita Park
Start looking for your CUS 2018 ticket and sponsorship package. Thank you to all who have already responded.
Posted by Michael Apodaca on Tuesday, June 12, 2018
2017 CUS
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Having Fun Chief Beck’s Retirement
June 28, 2018
Our Condolences to Long Beach Fire Department
June 24, 2018 Long Beach CA
Gold Star Mother’s Day honoring. Wow is all I can say that we were asked to play at their annual honors.
Posted by Michael Apodaca on Sunday, June 24, 2018
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The Band will be playing at Chief Beck’s retirement as well as incoming Chief Michael Moore’s installment
June 27, 2018
The Band will be playing at Chief Beck’s retirement as well as incoming Chief Michael Moore’s installment
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The Band was honored to play for the City of Yorba Linda at their Memorial Day Ceremony.
Posted by Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes and Drums on Tuesday, May 29, 2018
Having Fun at the Big Irish Festival
June 9/10 2018
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Oscar Joel Bryant
We never Forget
This morning the Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums was honored to play
at the 50th anniversary of the line of duty death of LAPD Officer Oscar Joel Bryant.
Officer Bryant was killed while detaining ten suspects at a dress store robbery at 67 & Western.
A 50th anniversary memorial ceremony was held on May 19th to honor LAPD Policeman Oscar Joel Bryant. On May 13, 1968,…
Posted by Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes and Drums on Tuesday, May 29, 2018
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Army Lt Col and LAPD Lieutenant
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LAPES Piper Dave Craig
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LAPES Piper Dave Craig
On Memorial Day, Army Lt Col, LAPD Lieutenant and LAPES Piper Dave Craig honored those military service members who gave…
Posted by Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes and Drums on Wednesday, May 30, 2018
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LAPD Academy
Toby was only Six years old when her father was murdered.
This is the only LAPD Officer Killed in the Line of Duty that remains unsolved.
Mike worked at 77th St Div and was the first officer killed in the line of duty that i knew.
This is the last photo taken of the Edwards family.
These Memorial services are so important even 44 years later.
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National Police Week
Washington DC
May 2018
Officer Gregory Casillas
Pomona Police Department
EOW March 9, 2018
The Band had the highest honor to be invited to Play the services for Officer Casillas
http://abc7.com/slain-pomona-police-officer-remembered-at-funeral/3246570/
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2018 Rose Parade
January 1, 2018
The Band was proud to represent all of law enforcment In the January 1, 2018 Rose Parade in Pasadena California. The preformance was seen by Millions of TV viewers as well as the Hundreds of Thousands of Parade attendees.
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December 22, 2017
Have a safe Merry Christmas and Holiday season.
Produced by: LAPD Media Relations
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December 21, 2017
Last Practice at Dodger Stadium
Rose Parade 2018
New LAPES Pipes and Drums Badge
Introduced Dec 21, 2017
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November 26, 2017
Hollywood Christmas Parade 2017
More the 180 years of service. Michael Apodaca 40+, Scott Walton 30+, Cliff Armas 40+, Kathy Petrash 25+, Ruby Aguirre 10, Mick Rose 30
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November 11, 2017
Orange County Memorial Park
Veterans day
Today the Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums had the Honor and privilege of participating in the Orange County Veteran’s Day ceremony at Veteran’s Park, Yorba Linda.
Gold Star Mothers left to Right
Evelyn Patino – From Yorba Linda, Corporal Claudio Patino IV, United States Marine Corps, 2010
Elaine Brattain – From Yorba Linda, Private First Class Joel K. Brattain, United States Army, 2004
Sally Monsoon – From Garden Grove, “Recipient of the Medal of Honor”, Petty Officer Second Class/SEAL, Michael A. Monsoon, United States Navy, 2006.
Debi WinE – From Orange, Specialist Trevor A. Win’e, United States Army, 2004
Deanna Howard – From Fullerton, Private 1st Class Christian R. San Nicolas, United States Army, 2012.
GOLD STAR PIN worn by Families who have a Family Member KIA
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October 24, 2017
“LAPD missing one of the Great ones”
Rick Beach Services
I had the honor to play for one of LAPD’s Finest Rick Beach. This hit a lot of us hard as he was such a great guy to know and work with. I don’t ever recall working with Rich that he was negative which made policing so much fun. We had a blast when we worked together alway upbeat. We got a lot of Bad guys too.
Lots of Rampart there maybe 60 or so guys even Mike and Sheila Balmer (Owner of the Short Stop) which was so nice to see. At the same time not surprising as Rich was such a nice guy.
A Marine
No doubt Rick made his Brothers In Arms proud
Three Purple Hearts
1st BN, 9th Marines and 2nd BN, 9th Marines during his 13 months of service in Viet Nam, infamously know as “The Walking Dead and Hell in a Helmet”
“LAPD missing one of the Great ones” Michael Apodaca 21002
Dollar Don
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October 23, 2017
The Band would like to thank all of you who have supported us in our Annual Gala “Cigars Under the Stars 2017”
We hope all of you can return in 2018
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October 17, 2017
Los Angeles County Sheriff Department
Valor Awards
Held at the University of California (USC) Galen Center
USC’s Biggest fan
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October 15, 2017
LAPES Pipes and Drums newest Drummer
Congratulation to Paul Nolan to become the Bands newest Drummer
Paul Receives his LAPES Drummer Badge from President Michael Apodaca and Drum Sergeant Charlie Ezelle
Bass Drummer Roberto Lopez and Drum Sergeant Charle Ezelle with Paul
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VENTURE GAMES OCTOBER 14/15 2017
No competition this weekend but we had a great time seeing all of our band friends from Southern Ca.
The new pipers of “THE” Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums cast a Giant Shadow! Yes, none other that the 3 muskateers. Piper McTubil, Lorie Piper McTubil, Kathy skj petrash, & Robin
Friday night after setting up we had pizza and games at Tony’s pizza. 
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Ian Campbell has new photos
Click on the Ian Campbell link above.
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Most Reverent Archbishop Jose Lopez
Blue Mass Our Lady of The Angles Cathedral
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World Police & Fire Games 2017
Los Angeles Coliseum
opening ceremony
August 7, 2017
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Click to See our practice from July 8, 2017
Check out Scott Walton’s Hose and Spats. He had a Memorial Service for one of our Nations Veterans in Thousand Oaks. Scott played the LAPD Graduation ceremony the day before. It takes a huge commitment as a LAPES Band member. We all love it.
July 5, 2017
US Customs and Border Protections
Thanks the Band and Sgt Mick Rose for his services
US Customs and Border Protections Thanks Retired Sgt. Rose for his participation in there honors Irish American Heritage Month Event
RIP
Los Angeles City Firefighter Kelly Wong
-breathe- Southern California hasn't lost a Firefighter in years.. Sadly, today Scott Walton was called upon to lead the Los Angeles Police Emerald Society Pipes and Drums, in joining Cal Fire and Orange County Firefighter Pipe Bands to bid farewell to handsome, promising young Firefighter Kelly Wong.. Kelly was born in Hong Kong, and graduated at the top of his class.. He was a beloved son and husband, and a new Dad..
Posted by Jesse Stoker Walton on Friday, June 16, 2017
PSR III Robin Van Ness LAPD, Ret. Sgt Mick Rose LAPD, Ret. Sgt Raul Saldana Hermosa Beach PD
Det III Scott Walton LAPD, Lori Tubil LAPES Piper, Det II Kathy Patrash LAPD, PSR III Robin Van Ness LAPD
Roberto “Boom Boom” Lopez LAPES Bass Drummer
On June 5th Firefighter Kelly Wong was killed in a training accident. Laid to rest on June 16th the Pipes and Drums from al Fire California Professional Firefighters, Orange County Fire Authority and Las Vegas Played the Procession.
The Procession began at LA City Hall and escorted Kelly atop LA City Fire truck to the Los Angeles Cathedral. RIP Firefighter Kelly.
50 GIG CITATION
Our bass drummer, Roberto Lopez, earned his fifty gig ribbon in a record time. Thank you Roberto for your dedication and hard work in supporting law enforcement and the Band by performing at these events. Left to right: Band President Michael Apodaca, Roberto Lopez, Pipe Major Scott Walton.
LASO Award Dinner
On Saturday, June 3rd, the Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriff’s (ALADS) held their awards banquet dinner. The dinner honors those sheriff’s for their bravery in service and their commitment to community service and leadership. The Band was honored to perform at the opening ceremony.
PURPLE HEART 48 YEARS LATE
In 1969, David Stull was wounded by shrapnel embedded in his right arm while serving in Viet Nam. Due to errors in paperwork, David was never awarded his Purple Heart. On Wednesday, May 31st, forty-eight years later David was finally awarded the Purple Heart. A solo piper from the Band was honored to perform at Stull’s Purple Heart ceremony.
http://www.vcstar.com/…/david-stull-receives-his…/102374604/
MEMORIAL DAY 2017
The Band did three gigs today
- 3/5 Marine Run
- Orange County Veterans Park
- South Bay Memorial Day Honors
A rose is then placed on the brick baring their name on the Walk of Honor.
The Band was honored to play at the Memorial Day Ceremony in Veterans Park in Yorba Linda. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the names of the servicemen and women from Orange County who were killed in defense of the country are read. 
MEMORIAL DAY 2017
The Band did three gigs today
- 3/5 Marine Run
- Orange County Veterans Park
- South Bay Memorial Day Honors
A rose is then placed on the brick baring their name on the Walk of Honor.
The Band was honored to play at the Memorial Day Ceremony in Veterans Park in Yorba Linda. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the names of the servicemen and women from Orange County who were killed in defense of the country are read.
LAPD Police Officer Joshua Cullins killed by road side bomb
The LAPES Pipe and Drum Band would like to extend their condolences to the family and friends of LAPD Officer and United States Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Joshua Cullins. Joshua was activated and serving in the Helmand Province in Afghanistan. On October 18, 2010 Joshua was killed by a road side bomb.
In August, 2010 SSG Cullins was injured by a bomb blast while serving on the same deployment in Afghanistan. He recovered from his injuries. His extended family from LAPD made these two videos to wish him a speedy recovery and his return back to LAPD.