Officer Down Memorial Page

Though the last reflection was left several months ago, I just now read it and for the first time put two and two together. I had the honor and pleasure of working with your Grandson and can truthfully say, you would be very proud of the cop he became. He was a colleague and later my supervisor and I always enjoyed working with him due to his knowledge, his sense of decency and his abilities. I cannot forgive the way he and others were treated, but he's doing well now and I'm glad for that.

It's not often I can truly make a connection with a fallen comrade, but now and then, the loss hits home, even if in an extended way.

May you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
June 10, 2010

This is my grandfather.We never got a chance to meet because of his great sacrifice for the rest of society.
My grandmother had to endure great hardships but was buoyed by vibrant sons who served valiantly in World War II and loving daughters who took care of her. As the decades pass our family has grown large. We do not see each other enough but all look to our grandparents as the core to a great family. I think of him every day as I put on my badge and pray for all of my colleagues as they go about their daily and dangerous jobs of protecting the public. His sacrifice will always live on with us....

Detective
Groton
December 21, 2009

Patrolman Sheridan,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Boston.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous
July 28, 2007

Patrolman Sheridan, it was 69 years ago today that you were murdered by thugs while simply doing your job. I can only hope they received the justice they deserved. Your families mourn and we all pray you are Resting in Peace, Brother. God Bless.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
July 28, 2006

Rest in Peace. You are not forgotten.

Captain Charles Doan
Plymouth Police Department
January 20, 2005

No officer should be without a reflection. I send this one to thank you for giving the ultimate sacrifice and for paving the way for the future for us to follow, on the thin blue line. Thank you.

January 15, 2005