Officer Down Memorial Page

you have been and will always be missed by not only all who knew you, but by the world as a whole. just sorry you never got a chance to see how i turned out. love you uncle sonny

billy hind
nephew
December 28, 2011

Charlie.....None of us in Troy, NY were surprised when we learned that you were one of the ones that did not make it out of the Towers. You always put others first, and I can imagine how you tried to comfort those that knew the fate that lie ahead. Your memory will live for a very long time, you have been an inspiration to so many.
Rest in Peace Charlie Mills

Darlene Reischuck
Former Troy City Clerk
September 11, 2011

My friend, you always had a smile and a joke that walked the line... You were a bright spot in everyone's day. I'll never forget that morning as we watched the television and feverishly worked the phones in a vain attempt to keep up with the events of that tragic day. I'll never forget my heart sinking when I learned you were among the lost. It's been nine years and I still have not forgotten that feeling of loss. Thank you for your sacrifice and for ensuring many of our colleagues made it out that fateful day. I look forward to the day when I see that smile again. God Bless you my friend.

Michael Bucci
Former Department of Taxation and Finance
September 13, 2010

I was saddened to hear of Charles Mills's death at the hands of Al-Queda terrorists on 09/11. I had known him as a classmate at John Jay College and then at the NYS Tax Department. G-d rest his soul!

Maurice H Bank
NYS Tax Compliance-Retired
September 22, 2009

To the family and loved ones of Chief Charles Mills and his fellow officers and most especially to Charles:

Mere words seem insignificant to honor your heroism and courage which will never be forgotten. On this the eighth 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. Your family had to endure losing a beloved hero and how I wish they had not had to endure this tragedy.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect and gratitude for the distinquished service Charles 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

Anonymous
September 19, 2009

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

You are not forgotten...thank you

Anonymous
September 11, 2009

Charles,
On today, the 8th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you to you and all your fellow LEOs who were also 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

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 Bureau Chief Mills and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes
January 12, 2009

Thank you, Bureau Chief Charles Mills, for your dedication to God, your family and, ultimately, your country.

Your sacrifice was not in vain, and you will never be forgotten. Your family remains in my prayers.

God speed and God bless. Rest in peace, Chief Mills.

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

Dear Chief:
In life, you gave 40 years of service in keeping your promise to protect and defend people, culminating with your enormous sacrifice and unlimited bravery of 11 September 2001. Now, I keep my promise to you and the all the rest, in writing a reflection to show my love, respect and appreciation for your actions.
Our way of life, our very existence and the future of our children, was threatened that horrible day, and is still being threatened. But our enemies learned a very valuable lesson following their cowardly acts of violence: that American police officers are the last line of defense for the homeland, and their murdering ways will NEVER overcome the actions of officers such as you.
To live free, talk free, and pursue happiness, is not something that many people in the world today enjoy. We enjoy those wonderful things because of the large amounts of American blood that has been spilled over the years, both here and abroad. Whether it is the military or our law enforcement, here or in foreign lands, what you did that day is a reminder to ALL Americans, that these freedoms we enjoy come at a very high price.
Most citizens that are not police officers cannot understand how you could have been in the law enforcement business for so many years.That's why we are part of the thin blue line, because we can all understand the enormous joy of saving someone, or locating a missing child, or arresting a criminal. These events bring a smile to all our faces, and I am certain that you are smiling now, from a better place, knowing you helped to save so many innocent people.
As one of America's Finest, rest easy now knowing we carry on in your name and spirit. When you, and every law enforcement officer makes the ultimate sacrifice, a piece of each of dies with you. And sadly, a piece of America dies with you also. But America, and Americans, shall live on, blessed by the love of God, and by the professionalism and dedication of police officers such as yourself.
As you patrol the streets of Heaven, may God keep you close, ease the suffering of your family, and may He continue to bless America. Amen

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

you will live in our hearts forever....

September 12, 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 17, 2006

When through one man a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth come into the world, then that man's life has had meaning.

April 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 did not know Bureau Chief Charles Mills or the others who lost their lives on September 11th. They are TRUE AMERICAN HERO'S. GOD bless the New York State Office of Tax Enforcement and all of the families associated with them.

" THE WICKED FLEE WHEN NO MAN PURSUETH BUT THE RIGHTEOUS ARE BOLD AS A LION" - Proverbs 28:1

Recruit Don Reichhardt
60th Crater Criminal Justice Academy
Prince George, Va.

Officer Don Reichhardt
Virginia State University Police Department

I pray for your family. I met your son in January. As I am sure you know, he is a good man. I'm sure you were very proud.

Anonymous

Your death will be avenged and your heroism, bravery 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

My heart breaks with the knowlegde of your passing, but the pride I feel is unsurmountable. God Bless you and God Bless all who lost their lives on 09/11/01. Chief Mills Family, you all are in my prayers. God Bless.

Detention Deputy Gary Lange
Pinellas County Sheriff's Ofc

"AND IF ONE SHOULD FALL AMONGST LIVES THINGS, THE BADGE HE WEARS TURNS INTO WINGS"
GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

Terri Lemus, Police Officer
McAllen ISD Police Dept

Pray for all the men and women involved who lost their lives doing something that they enjoyed. They teach us ALL to never forget how short and precious life is.

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