Officer Down Memorial Page

I can't believe 9 years ago today you were taken from us, Rest in Peace Jay.

Lt. Pappas
NYPD
March 10, 2012

Nine years ago today. Miss and love you both.

Anon Friend
friend
March 10, 2012

Its been 8 years since you were taken from so many... Im so thankful to have met you, you will always have a place in my heart and I cherish the memories we share... You were a truly wonderful person, bigger than life.. I will never forget Jay boogie... God bless your boys and family always.. I know you are forever their guardian angel...

R.I.P
Tanya

T. Lopez
Friend
June 30, 2011

It's has been 8 years without you brother and yet it seems like you just left us...I take this time to reflect on our years growing up together, always being there for one another and becoming who we are, you are always in my heart each and everyday, so proud and honored to have had you in my life and as my brother. We miss you.

love your sister Elaine

Elaine Williams
Sister
March 17, 2011

When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge - Proverbs 14:32.

Never forgotten.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada
March 10, 2011

Thinking of you today and always

Lt. June Pappas
NYPD
March 10, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends as another year passes. May they know that you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 10, 2010

Looking back now, I still can't believe you are gone. We had some good times together working "The Heights" while in the MNTF. You were one of the truest people I ever met and your courage will never be forgotten. You're appearance always made people think twice, but if they only knew the kind hearted person you were. You were a true friend will will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Jay.

PO Michael Sloan
Ex-NYPD Hatfield Twp. Police Dept., Pa.
October 29, 2009

"Fidelis ad Mortem"

PO ADAMS"Fidelis ad Mortem"
NYPD 45 PCT
July 19, 2009

Jay,

Always in my thought & prayers. Miss you.

Lt. Pappas
NYPD
April 8, 2009

today marks six years and i am sure your families of blood and blue there are still missing you . may they all know that the thin blue will never be the same and as we all struggle each day to right the wrongs in this society , you and your sacrifice are not forgotten..........continued rest dear brother we still have the watch from here.........

officer val pickens
b'ham pd/b'ham , al
March 10, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 10, 2009

I said a little prayer today for Detective Andrews and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes
March 6, 2009

Rest in peace Detective Andrews, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! You are gone but not forgotten..

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD
January 5, 2009

Thankyou for your service DETCETIVE ANDREWS, you are a hero we all can look up too. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family

POLICE OFFICER 9TH DISTRICT
PHILA PA
December 4, 2008

You are not forgotten...................

Anonymous
September 17, 2008

I read about this event at the time it happened.

All these years pass that even I cannot erase this memory.

'When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight'

- England

Anonymous
August 25, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
March 13, 2008

"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 2, 2008

Had the pleasure of going to the academy with you and when we got assigned to the 23 precinct.Never forget ya bro.
rest in peace

Jim Alfredsen
FDNY
August 22, 2007

"Jay",

It has been four long years now and not a single day goes by where i don't think of you and your family. Today a jury sentenced that piece of garbage to the death penalty. Thank God.
It was an absolute honor to work with you and to be your friend. We had some real good times at Task Force, like teaching everyone at the Base how to play chess on our meals.
Jay i have to say you and MaryAnn raised two very special boys. It was really something to meet Christian and Justin and then play them both in chess. You taught them well, they had a great Dad for a role model. They were so happy when they recieved your Duty Hat and Nightstick at a Roll Call at the Base.
God Bless you and your wonderful family.
"Jay" you will always be with me, may you Rest in Peace.
Regards,
Police Officer
Greg Galustian

Police Officer Greg Galustian
ex-NYPD, NCPD & Friend
March 29, 2007

"Jay",

It has been four long years now and not a single day goes by where i don't think of you and your family. Today a jury sentenced that piece of garbage to the death penalty. Thank God.
It was an absolute honor to work with you and to be your friend. We had some real good times at Task Force, like teaching everyone at the Base how to play chess on our meals.
Jay i have to say you and MaryAnn raised two very special boys. It was really something to meet Christian and Justin and then play them both in chess. You taught them well, they had a great Dad for a role model. They were so happy when they recieved your Duty Hat and Nightstick at a Roll Call at the Base.
God Bless you and your wonderful family.
"Jay" you will always be with me, may you Rest in Peace.
Regards,
Police Officer
Greg Galustian

Police Officer Greg Galustian
ex-NYPD, NCPD & Friend
March 29, 2007

Wow - what a tragic story. I'm so sorry you were taken from your family and friends in such a cowardly, hateful way. You are a hero......

March 27, 2007

My condolence to the family of Detective Andrews. Rest in peace Detective. You are not forgotten.

Senior Patrol Agent / K9
U.S. Border Patrol
March 10, 2007

G-d bless you and your loved ones.

March 10, 2007