Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Today I read your story. It sickens to me think that someone is walking our streets that commited such a vile act.

Thank you for your service, sir. You are remembered not only a Hero, but a beloved Father and an anchor to your community. Thank you for serving both your community and your country with honor.

God rest.

Laura
Philadelphia, PA

March 12, 2009

I left the mall and walked past the Brinks truck as it pulled up to the bank that afternoon. I was legally carrying a concealed weapon, and often wonder what would have happened if I stopped to window shop for a minute.
I also worked for Sgt. O'Grady's father-in-law, and was acquainted with the family, so the possibilities haunt me.
This event forever reminds me of the risks and sacrifice made by our law enforcement community, even in "small town" America. My thoughts are with him and his family.

TWS
Friend

January 22, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones on this day. You have not been forgotten and are a true hero. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones.

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

October 20, 2008

I just learned about the circumstances of Sgt O'Grady's death, while reading some historical information. My condolences to his family, and thanks for his loyal service as a fellow police officer.

Officer Ken Haney
Jackson TN Police Dept

October 5, 2008

Just thinking of you and Waverly Brown today...your heroism and kind deeds will never be forgotton!!!

You and "Chipper" have forever shaped my view of Law Enforcement.

I thank you for the inspiration!!!

Deputy David Stevenson
LASD

Deputy David Stevenson
LASD

May 23, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 20, 2007

RIP

police officer
NYPD

December 5, 2007

St. Michael is watching over you and your family.

MRP26611

October 22, 2007

No better brother could anyone have had. You made me proud Eddie, it was an honor to be your sister. i know you are looking after us always.
Mary O'Grady Crowley
Nyack, New York 10960

Mary O'Grady Crowley
sister of SGt O'Grady

October 22, 2007

As is the case with all heroes such as yourself, you will never, ever be forgotten. May you rest in peace always.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

October 20, 2007

What an honor to know and now be a part of your family Ed. I know you and my Dad are off fishing somewhere up there

G.Brown

Coordinator G.Brown
US Postal Inspection Service

April 22, 2007

Sgt. O'Grady, thank you for your service. Continue to watch over your family --- they need your love, guidance and support.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

December 6, 2006

May you rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

December 5, 2006

Sergeant O’Grady, today marks the 25 anniversary of your murder at the hands of some misguided barbarians. I can only hope they faced true justice in the next world since none seemed to face it in this one.

Your efforts on behalf of the citizens of Nyack and all peaceful innocent people have not been forgotten. I know in my heart that, though you were taken from this world bodily, you never left your family.

God Bless you and may you and Off. Brown continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

October 20, 2006

May you always walk in sunshine.
May you never want for more.
May Irish angels rest their wings right beside your door.

Vulneratus non victus

MRP26611
NYPD

October 20, 2006

DAY IS DONE,
GONE THE SUN,
FROM THE HILLS, FROM THE LAKE, FROM THE SKIES.
ALL IS WELL, SAFELY REST,
GOD IS NIGH.

GO TO SLEEP, PEACEFUL SLEEP,
MAY THE SOLDIER OR SAILOR, GOD KEEP.
ON THE LAND OR THE DEEP,
SAFE IN SLEEP.

LOVE, GOOD NIGHT,
MUST THOU GO,
WHEN THE DAY, AND THE NIGHT NEED THEE SO?
ALL IS WELL. SPEEDETH ALL
TO THEIR REST.

FADES THE LIGHT;
AND AFAR
GOETH DAY, AND THE STARS SHINETH BRIGHT,
FARE THEE WELL; DAY IS GONE,
NIGHT IS ON.

THANKS AND PRAISE,
FOR OUR DAYS,
'NEATH THE SUN, 'NEATH THE STARS, 'NEATH THE SKY,
AS WE GO, THIS WE KNOW,
GOD IS NIGH.

A Brother In Blue

Detective Troy S. Pilivi
Box Elder Narcotics Strike Force (Utah)

October 20, 2004

On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies....

Rest in peace, hero. God bless.

October 20, 2004

Rest in peace brother on this the anniversary of your untimely passing.
Even though one of those responsible was set free last month she will be judged in a higher court where the judgement will be final, with no chance for parole.
We will continue the fight.
In memory of Sergeant Edward O'Grady Jr. light a blue light in a window of your home and let it shine 24/7.

RJF
CPD, NY

October 20, 2003

Rest easy hero.

Ptlm
CPD, NY