Officer Down Memorial Page

I proudly wear a dog tag with Capt Mazza's name, Officer Moira Smith and EMT Yemal Merino. You all gave your lives for hundreds of people. Capt Mazza was seen shooting out windows in the WTC so that people could escape. God holds you in Her hands. God bless your family and friends. At this Thanksgiving, as I have for the past 10 yrs, I give thanks for your life.

Chaplain Kathy Corbett-Welch
MdTAP, Maryland
November 22, 2011

I've been thinking of you and your friends and family today. Rest in peace, and peace to those who love you.

Officer Elizabeth Post
Lynnwood, WA Police
September 12, 2011

Forever a Friend - Forever a Hero !

Capt.Scott Skellington
MNRR Fire/EMS Seymour,CT Fire/EMS
September 11, 2011

Kathy, as your friend growing up on Long Island I miss you, but I honor you as a hero !

Capt.Scott Skellington
MNRR Fire/EMS Seymour,Ct Fire/EMS
September 11, 2011

I miss you everyday more and more....How you would laugh when you came into the store for your coffee..The day you came in and told me how you just chased down a van that was stealing your neighbors kids bike...and caught them. When you met Chris, that you were leaving nursing for The Port Authority. When Freddy came into store to tell me they found you and your men and the woman you all were helping that day God chose You and all the people who became Angels that Day... passing your Mom and Dads house with your car still in driveway. I miss you my friend....Much Love Still fills me with every memory I have of you and I.....rest easy My Friend Our Hero..

Anita Keane
Civilian/ Friend
September 6, 2011

I used to work in JFK at a fruit and nut stand called TheGrove. I remember meeting Kathy then, and she gave me a JFK pin to wear on my jacket. I didn't realize it until very recently that it was actually her that gave me the pin, the memory suddenly became very clear after reading about the upcoming 10 year anniversary this year.
Thank you Kathy, for giving me this pin, and I will remember your bravery and sacrifice always. God Bless all who perished that horrible day.

Kim Shelley - Civilian
Acquaintance
July 24, 2011

You made the ultimate sacrifice that dreadful September morning and saved so many. I remember seeing your husband walk into the precinct after the attack and thinking that you must be OK because Chris was at work. We later learned of your heroic actions. Most don't know that you are responsible for automatic electronic defibrillators being at every post authority facility. All your deeds have meant so much. Rest in peace Kathy.

Det. Brendan Quigley (ret)
NYPD
March 10, 2011

Kathy,

Many can say how brave you were in your final act, but your friends can say how wonderful you were everyday. How we miss you and how we love you.

You will never be far from our thoughts.

Anonymous
December 15, 2009

OH HOW I MISS YOU!! THAT PONYTAIL SWINGING AS YOU RUSH BY.HOW WE WOULD LAUGH AT EVERYONE ! THE COFFEE RUSH!! YES GIRL WE MISS YOU!!! I MISS THAT INFECTIOUS LAUGH THAT WOULD BE AS LOAD AS MINE, AS WE BOTH COULDN'T HOLD IT IN NO MORE. YES MY FRIEND, I DRINK COFFEE NOW, BUT NOT WITH YOU.THIS WORLD IS SO MUCH SMALLER WITHOUT YOU.BUT YOUR LOOKING OUT FROM ABOVE, THANK YOU MY FRIEND

Anita
old friend
April 19, 2009

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your friends and family. May God bless and keep them. God bless you.

THANK YOU SO MUCH, FOR HELPIPNG PROTECT OUR COUNTRY!!!!

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.
March 12, 2009

THANK YOU.

franck
September 24, 2008

Captain Mazza you are a hero. It has been seven years since the end of your watch. All of you are still remembered. It is still hard to believe the terrorist attacks occurred. May God continue to bless all of you who gave the supreme sacrifice that day. Rest in peace my sister.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables
September 11, 2008

Her heroic actions no doubt saved many lives that day, & we will never forget her devotion to duty and selfless sacrifice.
God Bless You and may you rest in peace.

Police Officer (Ret.) Michael J Marsala
Nassau County Police Department
May 13, 2008

Dear Captain Mazza:

You are a true HERO. And the finest example of what it means to be a Law Enforcement Officer & human being. Without a thought you gave your life so many others could live. Your courage and bravery are examples to us all of how to live our lives. "There is no grester love than that of a person to lay down their life for another." I am humbled by you & I pray for you and all the others that were taken so tragicly that day. May God bless you & please watch over all of us still here Blue Angel from your heavenly post.

Liz
Civillian

April 15, 2008

You are not and will never be forgotten. You and the other brothers we lost that day are HEROES and will be remembered forever! Rest high on the streets of Heaven!

Deputy Brant Pewitt
Williamson Co. Sheriff's Dept TN.
September 11, 2007

Dear Kathy:
A hero can come from anywhere, at anytime, in anyplace, and be of any gender. So it is with you. As it is known, by firing your weapon, you created an escape route for so many others, who were facing certain death. Those actions may have cost you your life, but your legacy shall live on.
I have made a promise to each of you, that you all shall have a reflection from me. And this is yours. You have earned this, and a lot more. More than I, or America can ever give back to you. The only thing left to do, is to REMEMBER.
I will not tarnish this sacred site by discussing the yellow cowards who perpetrated this horrific act, except to say this: your actions are so typical of a coward. Strike when your adversary is not looking, and run. We have a saying in police work; "Run, but you can't hide".
Enough said.
Kathy, on behalf of every law enforcement officer in the United States of America, thank you for being there when so many of our countrymen needed you most. Thank you for the tenacity and bravery you displayed, and just as important, thank you for the honor which you have brought to all of us in law enforcement.
The cry of the wolf at the door has been answered, now rest in peace. My prayer for you is this:
Dear Father in Heaven;
Please hold this honorable and dedicated servant in your hand, and close to your heart. Amen

Detective Ron Tomassi
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office-Florida
February 2, 2007

Well done, thy good and faithful servant. Your heroic efforts do not go unnoticed. Thank you for serving our country. Though we knew not of that fateful day and the aftermath, you chose a profession that made you a hero and went out each day to serve and protect, no matter what the circumstance is.

Gallup, N.M.
October 27, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Captain Kathy Mazza and her fellow officers with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department and most especially to Kathy:

Mere words seem insignificant to honor your heroism and courage which will never be forgotten. On this the fifth anniversary week of the tragic devastation wreaked upon our nation, those brave men and women who lost their lives safeguarding others are remembered and revered.

May your spirit continue to soar and your memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect and gratitude for the distinquished service Captain Mazza gave to her community and country, and for the supreme sacrifice she and her family made on September 11, 2001.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg Police Department, CA; eow 4/24/05

September 19, 2006

a hero lives forever...you saved many lives and they will forever be grateful to your sacrafice

September 13, 2006

Thinking of you and your loved ones on this tragic day in history. You will never be forgotten and will be forever a hero.

Nicole Burdette
Wife of Deputy Alex Burdette EOW 3-12-05
September 11, 2006

I am so proud to be a part of this great profession. Captain Mazza should stand as an example for every female law enforcement officer to be held at that high standard. Her professinalism and courage under the most horrific of circumstances should serve as a testament to the importance of our great duty and obilgation. GOD BLESS YOU CAPTAIN MAZZA! I am certainly a better officer because of you!

Officer Methvin
SC Port Authority
August 16, 2006

HERO! Rest in peace Blue Angel, You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
Tennessee
July 17, 2006

Captain Mazza your quick thinking under the most adverse situation ever facing American law enforcement shows what a fine police officer you were. Your actions saved lives at the cost of your own. There can be no greater act for a police officer to perform then to lay down her life for the public. Your valor and professionalism will live on in our hearts. Rest in peace Sister, you did your duty well and bravely, we shall never forget you.

March 8, 2006

Thank you for your years of devotion and service. God Bless You and grant you eternal Peace.

Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department
October 21, 2005

Hero . . . with love and respect, Jim Crotty (Former Richmond, VA Police Officer.)

Jim Crotty, Special Agent (Ret.)
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms
October 26, 2004