Officer Down Memorial Page

God bless Officer Talty's family. I am wearing his name on my NYPD hat this weekend in honor of him and all the 9/11 heroes.

C Mabe
September 10, 2011

Thank you Offficer Paul Talty and The Talty Family for your service.

Carol
November 15, 2010

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 Talty,
Sir, on today the 8th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you to you and all the LEOs that died 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

Paul

Eight years since you made the ultimate sacrifice. Your heroic actions are not forgotten.

DETECTIVE PATRICK DONOHUE
NYPD
September 11, 2009

The anniversary of 9/11 is coming up in a few days as you well know. I just wanted you to know that you have not been forgotten. Rest in Peace...

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD
September 8, 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.

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

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

K.L.
March 12, 2009

I said a little prayer today for Police Officer Paul Talty and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes
January 12, 2009

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
January 3, 2008

Thank you, Ofc. Paul Talty, for your dedication to God, your family and, ultimately, your country.

Your sacrifice was not in vain, and you will never be forgotten.

God speed and God bless. Rest in peace, Ofc. Talty.

God Bless America.

LRVirgil, Civilian
Texas - Law Enforcement Supporter
September 30, 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

Thank you for your sacrifice and all the lives that you saved that day. It takes a brave officer to go into a burning building. Rest in peace.

trooper
Ohio State Highway Patrol
September 11, 2007

I was a rookie assigned to the 108th precinct in Queens when Paul went to E.S.U. I had always heard the midnight crew ( A group that I had the pleasure of working with from 1999 to the end of 2000)always speak very highly of Paul. They used to imitate his voice on the radio simiulating the sirens from the E.S.U truck as he would ask for updates on jobs on our radio division. The last I saw him he was handling a vehicle accident in the 108pct and joking with the late tour guys. Great group of cops and a great precinct. The corner of the 108 pct was renamed Paul Talty Way a few years after 9/11. I hope is family recovers and wish them all the best.

Sergeant David L. Rosiak ( N.Y.P.D )

Sergeant David L. Rosiak
NYPD
August 11, 2007

Dear Paul:
I would like to say thank you to you, for the dedication and the sacrifice you gave to us all, that horrible day. The NYPD has a long history of dedicated police officers, and you sir, are surely among them. You, are a hero.
Many of us in law enforcement have to make tough, split second decisions, everyday. Many of us are called upon to act in a certain manner; actions that civilians would NEVER do. Many of us give all to our fellow countrymen, and so it was with you...you did it all.
In your spirit and legacy, you have shown the world what American police officers are capable of. And in so doing, you sent a clear message to our enemies, that we, the police, are the last line of defense for our country and our countrymen. "That we will NEVER go quiet into that good night". And that we can AND will do whatever it takes, to defend them. "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness", is not a catchy phrase. It is, rather, the embodiment of the American spirit, a spirit that you gave your life for. Because of your actions, and the actions of all the rest, many of our fellow countrymen can continue to enjoy their life, their liberty, and pursue a life which brings them happiness.
What you did on 11 September 2001, shall forever be remembered and revered. We, the survivors, your brother officers, OWE you that.
May Almighty God extend to your family, the contentment in their hearts to know you are in a better place, and may He ease their sorrow and pain. We, our nation, carry on in your name. God Bless you, your family, and God Bless America. We have the watch, rest in peace. Amen

Detective Ron Tomassi
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office-Florida
December 15, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Officer Paul Talty and his fellow officers with the New York City Police Department and most especially to Paul:

Mere words seem insignificant to honor your heroism and courage which will never be forgotten. On this the fifth anniversary month 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 Paul 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 29, 2006

a hero lives forever.....

September 12, 2006

It's been 5 years since you and many others were taken in 2001 from your friends, loved ones, and from the New York Police Department. May you continue to shine on those left behind carrying on your hope & dreams.

To you family Thank you for a true hero.

Tonya Stephenson
Private Citizen
September 11, 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

PAUL,

I DID NOT KNOW OF YOUT LOSS WHEN I VISITED GROUND ZERO

YOU ARE A TRUE HERO AND AMERICAN

MY SYMPATHIES TO YOUR FAMILY

TED BEER 9/11/2006
SOUTH SIDE SR HIGH CLASS OF 1978

TED BEER
CLASSMATE SOUTH SIDE SR HIGH 1978
September 10, 2006

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

Police Officer
July 17, 2006

Paul,

You will never be forgotten. You left an impact on the city, my family, my kids and myself.

God Bless you.

Det Jeremy Jacobowitz
NYPD
January 1, 2006

My prayers are with your family and friends on the fourth anniversary of this horrific day in history. May they keep you in their hearts and stay strong.

E. Goyke/telecommunicator
Riverdale PD
September 12, 2005

REST IN PEACE BROTHR AND KNOW YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DID ON THIS TRADGIC DAY

ROBERT THORNTON
EX-POLICE OFFICER AT GROUND ZERO
September 11, 2005

Hey Paul,
I went to ground zero last week. Man I just stood there and cried. I do not know you and probably never would have. But I am a Brother in arms. I am a man that knows what it is to fight the fight that you fought for your young years. Thank you for your family and all the times you gave them. they are the heros. God be with you and God be with all those that were close to you. Paul save a seat for me tomorrow.......not yet.......but tomorrow cause you have to right hand today. Thanks see ya tomorrow.


Russ

PO II Russell Ward
Metro Nashville Police Dept.
August 28, 2005

Paul,
If my time ever comes, I hope to have the courage you had. You ran to what other ran from. That will never be forgotten. Your HEROISM will never be forgotten.

YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. Thank you brother for your service, may God bless your family and hold them close in their times of need.

March 31, 2005