Officer Down Memorial Page

You as always are remembered

Pat Van Den Berghe
Civilian, Manchester, NH
September 11, 2012

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
August 4, 2012

I didn't work with Det. Walwyn long before he left for Port Authority, but for the short time I did know him, he was about as pleasant as a person can be. I am thinking of his family today. Be blessed!

Detective
NYPD
September 11, 2011

I am forever in debt to the 23-37 and the 343. Your sacrifice has not been forgotten. You are a true hero, Thank you for your service Sir.

Deputy and Firefighter
Glades County, Florida
September 11, 2009

Officer Stuart,
Sir, on today the 8th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you to you and all the other LEOs who were killed that day for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
September 11, 2009

You are not forgotten...thank you

Anonymous
September 11, 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.

Baby girl: Your daddy is a hero. He will never be forgotten. He loves you forever. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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

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

K.L.
March 12, 2009

Stewy, the Chess Man. I never did get to engage you in a game of chess. I was always sleeping in the barracks when you asked me to play. 7 years later, youre gone and Im getting some feelings out on ODMP. I remember vividly, you and I running side by side in that wicked cold road in seagirt, during one of our PT Tests. Our lungs were screaming, we wanted to stop and rest and quit. But we kept each other going until the end. I think you beat me by a few seconds actually. I wont hold it against you bro. You were another SOLID guy. A strong silent quality person. After the academy, we lost touch. So much has happened man. I saw your wife and baby on TV. It broke my heart. You will always be in my conscious mind my brother. RIP.

PO Eric Eisenhardt
NYPD/PAPD/CLPD
July 13, 2008

Officer Stuart:

Christmas approaches again as I read of your heroism for the first time. Though we never knew each other we are bound in a way. Ninety years before September 11 New Yorkers were shocked by the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire in Washington Square. I am the grandson of a survivor and was thinking of that when I examined the city from the top of the towers in 1989 and again when I left in March 2001. Though you and so many others have fallen we remain to carry on the struggle. I never take a day for granted. I never forget my obligation to honor your memory and ensure in my own way that your family and so many other heroes families remain protected. God bless and keep you sir.

J. Grant, Crime and Intelligence Analyst
Los Angeles Police Department
December 21, 2007

I saw your story on CBN's 700 Club. You weren't suppose to be working that fateful day six years ago. Your decision to redirect a subway train, outside of the normal protocol, saved hundreds of lives. It wasn't even your normal post. I was so relieved to hear that you were both a brother in blue, and a brother in Christ. Well done good & faithful servant. You represented both "brotherhoods" with Honor, Bravery, & Courage. To your family I pray today that the Lord give them peace & comfort during this time of year.

R.D.B
a brother in blue
September 12, 2007

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

Sir:
This reflection is a milestone for me, and a small token of my profound respect and admiration for you. With this reflection, I now fulfill my promise I made to all of you, some time ago...that each of you who died on 11 September 2001, shall have a reflection written from me, to each of you. And I have been honored to complete this labor of love, as I am writing to real heroes.
There is nothing that we, your fellow brothers in blue, can ever say or do enough, to give back the enormous sacrifice you made. But perhaps there is one crucial fact that maybe you can take pride in...the fact that you along with all the others, gave another chance at life to 25,000 innocent people. In addition, we, your brothers in blue can and do feel the immense pride who have instilled in all of us who wear a badge, by your heroic actions.
Somewhere there is a family that is still hurting from losing you, and perhaps that hurt will never go away. But they can rejoice in knowing that after completing your assignment, you went home. And someday, we will meet in a better place, a place that God has set aside for those of us who protected those who could not protect themselves.
Rest in peace, and watch over those of us still here. As you patrol the streets of Heaven, may God hold you close to Him, may He shower your family with His grace, and as always, God Bless America. Amen

Detective Ron Tomassi
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office-Florida
June 18, 2007

To the family and loved ones of Officer Walwyn Stuart and his fellow officers with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department and most especially to Walwyn:

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 Walwyn gave to his community and country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his 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...

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

HERO! Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
Tennessee
July 25, 2006

~~~ Living My Life Without You ~~~

Living my life without you, tell me what am I going to do?
Some days I feel like screaming --- tell me, am I still dreaming?

Living my life without you, tell me why am I so blue?
Some days life seems so unfair --- tell me, does anyone really care?

Living my life without you, tell me do you miss me too?
Some days I’d like to fly away --- tell me, what is heaven like each day?

Anonymous

January 25, 2005

~~~To those I Love and Those Who Love Me~~~

When I am gone, release me, Let me go
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be happy that we had so many years.

I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave to me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled alone.

So grieve a while for if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories within your heart,

I won't be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call and I will come
Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near
And if you listen with your heart, you'll
Hear all of my love around you soft and clear

And when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile and say,
"Welcome Home"

January 13, 2005

There are but two persons who protect the sinful human race from destroying itself. One is God's Holy Spirit. The other is the Peace Officer. Without them, we would all perish at each other's hands.

You were called into this profession and our Lord and Savior has blessed you because:
According to Romans 13.1-5...
God ordains the Peace Officer’s profession.
The Peace Officer is sent by God.
The Peace Officer is vested with God's authority to enforce the law.
A Peace Officer's badge is to be honored by us, because God honors it.

You gave the ultimate sacrifice, your life for your fellow man, while serving, defending, and protecting others in your community.

Thank you for your service to America. Your efforts saved thousand that horrible day.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. You will be in our hearts forever.

September 11, 2001---Gone, but Never Forgotten.

Marti Ingle (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)
April 6, 2004

I tried to attend as many funerals as I could during these darkest of days as my way of showing respect to families and coworkers of all of my brother and sister Officers and Firefighters. I cannot find the words to say how sorry I am that we have lost these great heroes. I cannot express my thanks enough for your bravery and sacrifice. My prayers are with you and all of your families......................AC

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police
September 15, 2003

I do not personally know this man. I just want his family to know I greive for him...and thank him.. everyday..
in the name of Jesus I pray for him and all others who fell, and their families.

Anonymous

Your death will be avenged and your heroism, courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten!

My Prayers are with all the friends and family of all the officers who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.
I lost my brother tragically, Det. David Taylor, Greensboro PD, On August 7, 2001. I was in NY for my fiancee's Mother's funeral the first of Sept. I was stranded there for 3 weeks due to this atrocity. As I watched the events on TV, I cried for all those who lost their lives. But was especially emotional about the Police Officers and the Firefighters and their families, as I had just recently suffered a tragic loss myself. As I walked through the streets in the days following the attack, I cried with pride as I saw the officers on duty on all the corners in the city. I knew how hard it was for them, knowing they had lost their friends. On the Sat. following the attack I was at St. Patrick's for mass. The last 2 people to go up and take communion were 2 NYPD officers, again I cried. I hope all of you are getting the support that my family and I got when we needed it, from the Deparment. I know the comforting words and even the funny stories the officers tell us about my brother helps. I know that our loved ones who are gone from here, had a higher calling and are happy and at peace in Heaven. Hopefully we can all feel that same peace one day! God bless All of you! And God bless America!
Tracy Taylor
Thomasville, NC
Sister of Greensboro Det.David L Taylor
EOW 8/7/01

TRACY TAYLOR

Blessed are the peacemakers,For they shall be called sons of God." Matthew 5:9

Anonymous

God I don't know what to say. I intend to post this message for each and everyone of you heroes so Officer, Detective, Agent, Whatever,... I thank you. You swore to serve and to protect. Well your days of protecting us are over. But you will forever be in service. Your eternal service... the inspiration you and your fellow bothers and sisters have re-enforced in my heart, will live so long as I do. Though I will not always carry your name in the front of my mind, not in my duties as a soldier or as the police officer I plan to become when I get home, I will still always carry with me the knowledge of your sacrifice... of your heroism, of your selflessness... I will carry a samll piece of you everywhere I go. Be it with an M-16 in my hands in a strange land, or a badge on my chest in my own back yard... long after the flags come down and the nation carries on... until the day I die... you will continue to serve... as my inspiration. God bless you. God bless your family. God bless your agency. God bless FDNY. God bless all the soldiers, sailors, airmen, coast guardsmen, and marines. God bless New York City. GOD BLESS AMERICA. Thank you my brothers and sisters. I love you.