Officer Down Memorial Page

think of you often, your joy of life and polish jokes not soon forgotten

mitchell john wnorowski
personal friend my best man was his brother in law
September 22, 2010

Though I never knew him, he was part of my Law Enforcement family and I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. My heart aches with all the losses we have suffered, and continue to suffer, through the years. God is our only peace in such incidents & our only real comfort comes from Him. May His strength, comfort & peace continue to be the sustaining force in the lives of all who knew this beloved officer; and may it somehow help to know that,even after all these years,he is respectfully remembered and his sacrifice deeply appreciated.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD
October 13, 2009

To Officer Rooney and and his loved ones:

On this the 24th anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. Rest in Peace, Officer Rooney. I am praying for solace for your family today and each day of their journey as survivors.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Officer Rooney gave to his community and the citizens of New York, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 10, 1985.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous
October 10, 2009

Brian was in the same training class as me and we were both rookies together. We became fast friends due to his wonderful sense of humor and remained friends despite being assigned to different areas. He served the State of New York proudly and courageously. Not a day goes by that I do not pause a moment to reflect on the sacrifice he made. I can easily imagine him looking down at our world now, smiling sardonically at how complex life is, and how easy it would be to let his memory sort of fade..well I am here to tell you, that for me and all those who knew you...it will never happen "palie"

Parole Officer Mark Tave
NYS Division of Parole
October 17, 2008

I had the opportunity of working with Officer Rooney at the
Queensboro Correctiona Facility. There was no officer more dedicated to their job than Mr Rooney.

C.O. William Greene
NYS Dept of Correction
November 26, 2007

On the eve of the anniversary of your death, we remember you and thank you Sir for your service.

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
October 9, 2007

ON 9-29-05 I RETIRED AS A NYS PAROLE OFFICER ASSIGNED TO THE SPECIAL OFFENDER UNIT. AFTER OVER 50 COMMENDATIONS INCLUDING THE MEDAL OF VALOR I WAS HONORED WITH THE HIGHEST HONOR GIVEN BY THE DIVISION , THE BRIAN ROONEY AWARD, NAMED AFTER YOU MY FALLEN BROTHER. THIS AWARD HONORS OFFICERS FOR RELENTLESS TENACITY AND DETERMINATION IN PROTECTING THE COMMUNITY. BRIAN YOUR AWARD HANGS ON MY WALL WITH PRIDE AND HONOR AND IAM THANKFUL THAT SO MANY TIMES I WAS WHERE YOU WERE AND BY GODS GRACE I SURVIVED. YOUR NAME WILL ALWAYS BE ETCHED IN MY MIND AS A REMINDER OF THE GREAT MEN AND WOMAN OF NYS STATE DIVISION OF PAROLE AND ALL LAW ENFORCEMENT WHO SERVE EVERYDAY IN HARMS WAY . GOD BLESS YOU BRIAN, AND YOUR FAMILY......THANK YOU

RETIRED PAROLE OFFICER DENNIS FERNANDEZ
NYS DIVISION OF PAROLE
January 30, 2007

I just read the story of your death and you will always be remembered for your service.

Friend of Police
August 23, 2006

I just read about your story and wanted to say thank you for your service.

The cowards who ended your life got what they deserved.

RIP Officer Roooney. You will not be forgotten.

Citizen
Massachusetts
May 3, 2006

THANK YOU!

October 10, 2004