Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was an active police officer in 2001 when the tragedy occurred, in the city of Phoenix , Arizona. It startled me how much we look alike. I learned I was adopted in 2018 and possibly related to you. Rest in peace sir. ROBERT E. DZIEZYNSKI, LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA. HART HOTEL APARTMENTS #322.

Robert E Dziezynski "Bob" Dizz
Former UAPD, Oro Valley PD, Phoenix PD, Salt River Pima Maricopa CRA

January 4, 2024

God bless you and the old NYC Transit Police Department. Never forget

Sgt. Kevin Ford NYPD retired

October 7, 2023

On the anniversary of 9/11, I thank you and your comrades for your selfless duty and courage that momentous day. Your sacrifice and those of the victims and other first responders will forever be honored in the annals of brave men and women who gave their all for their city, state and for the United States of America. A hero in every sense of the word. Never Forget.

James Lopey, Assistant Sheriff (Ret)
Washoe County Sheriff's Office (Reno, Nevada)
Nevada DPS

September 11, 2023

Today my son did a memorial walk in which each person walks with tag with a fallen hero. He walked with yours. I want to thank you for your service, bravery and heroism. God bless you and you will always be remembered.

Sylvia B

September 10, 2023

When I first heard the name Mark Ellis as a victim of the attack on our beautiful country, it struck a chord. I was in NY in 2005. There was still signs of the attack almost 4 years later. Mark Ellis still rung in my head. My older brother was Mark J Ellis but his J stands for James. Mark was one of the 4 Ellis children. 3 girls and our Mark. Mark was the best of the four of us. Mark lost his battle with cancer in 2018. He was only 57. I think of Mark Joseph losing his life at 26. I thought of our Mark every time the 9/11 day approaches because I will hear Mark Joseph Ellis' name read. It has became even more painful since we lost our Mark on July 10, 2018. Although our Mark did not perish in a brutal attack, it still is a huge loss to lose my only brother. I noticed that Mark has a sister. She knows the pain of losing a sibling as I do. I always felt an unknown kinship to his family because of the name. I can only hope that maybe they see this one day. My deepest sympathy to the family of Mark Joseph Ellis as the 20th anniversary just passed. I will continue to think of their Mark as I do mine. God Bless the Ellis family. RIP in peace Mark Joseph Ellis. Never forget.

Nancy Ellis
Civilian

October 6, 2021

Let us never forget these heroic men, women and victims from 9-11 and illnesses related to this tragic day. My prayers continue this day and always

Christine Wiest
Unified Court System of the State Of NY

September 11, 2021

In Honor And Respect, Your Service And Sacrifice Will Never Be Forgotten...

Gail Mercado

September 11, 2021

Officer Ellis,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City and our Country as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 11, 2021

God bless PO Ellis and the memory of his service to the NYPD. We shared the same shield. His unselfish dedication to duty and to his fellow man is in the highest tradition of the NYPD. Remembering all who gave their full measure on that day.

Sgt Brian McCormack
Sands Point PD, Nassau County, NY

September 10, 2021

I cannot say enough or offer enough tears or emotions for the numerous, numerous amazing men and women who gave so selflessly and heroically that day and for still many, the numerous days that followed over the numerous years to come. On this 19th anniversary of one of the deadliest days for American law enforcement I'd like to say to you all thank you, God Bless you and rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 11, 2020

As the nation goes through a horrible time of police being despised by many in our country I saw someone on facebook post your memory. I read through some of the reflections and saw a former partner of yours write of how you hailed a cab to get to the World Trade Center to save lives. I look at your picture forever young and you remind me of my son a young NYPD officer. You are what police officer are and do. I am so sorry you lost your life. I have tears as I write this message. Rest in peace officer. You and all the others that sacrificed your lives on that terrible day will always be remembered

Lt Saul Roth
Nassau County PD

August 29, 2020

As the nation goes through a horrible time of police being despised by many in our country I saw someone on facebook post your memory. I read through some of the reflections and saw a former partner of yours write of how you hailed a cab to get to the World Trade Center to save lives. I look at your picture forever young and you remind me of my son a young NYPD officer. You are what police officer are and do. I am so sorry you lost your life. I have tears as I write this message. Rest in peace officer. You and all the others that sacrificed your lives on that terrible day will always be remembered

Lt Saul Roth Retired
Nassau County PD

August 29, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Ellis.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 19, 2019

As a criminal justice college professor, every year I do a presentation in remembrance of 9-11 for my students. This year I will be doing a special presentation in memory of Officer Ellis. I learned recently that he was the cousin of one of my faculty members. I will be leading the class in prayer for the family of Mark Ellis. We will not forget.

Dr. Sue Weaver, Department Chair
Emmanuel College, Dept. of Social Sciences, Franklin Springs, GA

July 18, 2019

In Troy, Ohio we just had our second annual event, called the Freedom Climb. It is to honor all of the fallen first responders of 09/11. Every participant wears a tag with a first responders name and their department during the climb. I chose yours, I will continue to choose you every year. You are a true hero, sir, may you Rest In Peace.

Patrolman Laura Blankenship
City of Troy, Ohio PD

September 10, 2018

MARK ELLIS
I remember when we were in the NYPD Police Academy together assigned to field training in the 110th precinct in May of 1998. We were both the same age, and were both filled with the ambition that rookies often have. Our shields were shiny and our gun belts brand new. We compared equipment and complained about how hard it was to pay for a hundred dollar flashlight on a rookie's salary. You and I were assigned to a foot post on Roosevelt Av and as the 7 train roared over us, we spoke about how we couldn't wait to graduate the academy and start our careers at our permanent commands. We also talked about our ambitions and expectations in law enforcement. We exchanged phone numbers; spoke a couple of times after graduation but since we were assigned to different commands in different boroughs, we eventually lost touch. I came across your number in the summer of 2001 and was going to call you to say hello, but life as a NYC Police Officer often leaves us with little time for catching up.

I also remember the sinking feeling I felt when I looked across the East River and saw the first tower collapse on September 11th, 2001. All I could think about was how many brother Officers and Firefighters I just witnessed lose their lives in a matter of a moment. I was overwhelmed with the intense feeling that you get when a fellow Officer is calling a 10-13 (Officer needs HELP!) over the radio.

We all felt heartbroken when it was ascertained that we where missing 23 NYPD Officers, along with many Port Authority Officers and FDNY firefighters. My jaw dropped when I heard you where one of the missing. It really hit home when an Officer falls that is the same age as me and graduated in the same academy class. It then occurred to me how easily it could have been me.

The subsequent report of how you and your partner took over a NYC cab (an accomplishment in of itself) and rushed to the WTC to save lives makes all of us proud. Your sacrifice makes me realize the importance of our work and how precious life is.

Our lives and careers started around the same time, but yours ended way too early. As I continue my life and career in law enforcement (I moved on to the Village/Town of Mt Kisco PD and then the Westchester County PD) I carry the lessons learned from my reflections and along with our brother Officers nationwide, greatly appreciate the bravery

Detective Joseph A. Donza
Westchester County Police Department

February 11, 2018

Never forgotten...God bless.

Danny Watts, Captain
Winston-Salem Police Department

September 12, 2016

May God rest your soul, thank you for your service.

Peter Kennedy

October 25, 2015

I am a recruit for the LASD Academy 403, I want to offer my condolences for the family of Officer Mark Ellis. Your heroic deeds and courage are the standard in which every law enforcement personnel should strive for. As a veteran of the Army, I served for 4 years and did a tour of OIF in 03-04. You will always be remembered.

Han J Srun
LASD Academy

September 28, 2014

You as always are remembered

Pat
civilian

September 11, 2012

MARK ELLIS
I remember when we were in the NYPD Police Academy together assigned to field training in the 110th precinct in May of 1998. We were both the same age, and were both filled with the ambition that rookies often have. Our shields were shiny and our gun belts brand new. We compared equipment and complained about how hard it was to pay for a hundred dollar flashlight on a rookie's salary. You and I where assigned to a foot post on Roosevelt Av and as the 7 train roared over us, we spoke about how we couldn't wait to graduate the academy and start our careers at our permanent commands. We also talked about our ambitions and expectations in law enforcement. We exchanged phone numbers; spoke a couple of times after graduation but since we where assigned to different commands in different boroughs, we eventually lost touch. I came across your number in the summer of 2001 and was going to call you to say hello, but life as a NYC Police Officer often leaves us with little time for catching up.

I also remember the sinking feeling I felt when I looked across the East River and saw the first tower collapse on September 11th, 2001. All I could think about was how many brother Officers and Firefighters I just witnessed lose their lives in a matter of a moment. I was overwhelmed with the intense feeling that you get when a fellow Officer is calling a 10-13 (Officer needs HELP forthwith!) over the air.

We all felt heartbroken when it was ascertained that we where missing 23 NYPD Officers, along with many Port Authority Officers and FDNY firefighters. My jaw dropped when I heard you where one of the missing. It really hit home when an Officer falls that is the same age as me and graduated in the same academy class. It then occurred to me how easily it could have been me.

The subsequent report of how you and your partner took over a NYC cab (an accomplishment within itself) and rushed to the WTC to save lives makes all of us proud. Your sacrifice makes me realize the importance of our work and how precious life is.

Our lives and careers started around the same time, but yours ended way to early. As I continue my life and career in law enforcement (I’m now a cop in a Westchester County suburb a few minutes north of NYC) I carry the lessons learned from my reflections and along with our brother Officers nationwide, greatly appreciate the bravery, heroism, and sacrifice you made. Rest in peace brother!

Detective Joseph A. Donza
Village/Town of Mount Kisco NY Police Department

February 14, 2012

I joined this dept. Because of men and women like you. God bless you.

PO
NYPD

October 1, 2011

Just watched CSI:New York. At the end of the show Gary Sinese's tribute to those fallen on 9/11/01 made me remember that I have a bracelet with the name of a Missing in Action NYPD Officer. That name is Mark Willis. I Googled his name to find that Officer Mark Willis died on that tragic day.

Mark, I want to thank you for your sacrifice and dedication. May God Bless You and Your Family. And God Bless America.

Susan Stapleton
Camden, Ohio

September 24, 2011

Susan Stapleton

September 24, 2011

Thank you for your service and making the ultimate sacrifice. may god bless you and all your loved ones.

Beth Eichinger
Carpentersville Police

September 13, 2011

Mark

10 years has gone by and it feels as if was just yesterday. You did what others wouldnt do and thousands of lives were saved that day. You are not forgotten

Detective Patrick Donohue
NYPD

September 11, 2011