Officer Down Memorial Page

Look at your picture every day, it hangs in front of me in my den - miss you pally!

Police Officer Craig Brockman (ret)
NYPD
December 8, 2011

I been living in Clifton for the past 6 1/2 yeras and I started to notice the banners for the 5k run in honor of this couragous
officer.I know God is delighted to have such prestigious company,but I will like to say that is an honor to live in your city.You will always be the example of what courage and bravery is all about.As you probably notice you have never being forgotten.RIP soldier!

Civilian
Federal Employee(Register Nurse)
October 7, 2011

I am in tears reading this reflection page. I am a Jersey girl transplanted to North Georgia. Our neighbors in Chattanooga TN just lost a Police Officer two days ago. The news spoke of this wonderful page. I have said a prayer for the Samra family, friends and fellow officers. God bless you all and thank you for keeping our citizens safe.
Blessings. Patty

Patty Schoen-Jones
Citizen
April 4, 2011

Still miss you all the time Din, you were my brother like no other. Love you always

PO A. Ortiz (Ret)
Clifton PD
March 22, 2011

Well Johnny, now you have Tommy [Ret. P.O Lanzalotto]

You know, I had always been impressed by the spiritual side of Tommy -- silver turquoise jewelry, cowboy boots, pow wows & tepees. And, riding beneath a moon's bright canopy.

Tell me dear friends, have your bikes' spurred wings? Does Pegasus soar with the stars?

~~In my heart your still alive, because great spirits never die~~

Doreen Skidmore
Friend & L.E. Officer (long-time Clifton resident)
January 4, 2011

John was a very thoughtful & generous friend & helped us without question. I was crushed to learn of his death.

One fond memory I have is the time he shows up & I hadn't cooked yet, but there is this big brown raw potato & John simply takes his fork, prongs the thing & 'graciously' bites into it, unfazed. As to say "But, you did have something to offer me." --- a gentleman who's humor put other people at ease & someone I will always remember.

I was glad my brother, Robert Krupinski, played taps for his memorials, but it still saddens me he is gone. But then, our loss is Heaven's gain.

Doreen J. Skidmore
Friend
June 29, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 6th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 21, 2009

Johnny,

You were a mentor, friend and fellow "Mid-Nighter", who could always make me laugh with your natural wit. As a new cop it was a honor to have worked with you. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my brother.

Special Agent James Scartozzi
FBI
August 9, 2009

Still think about you and still miss you

Cheri
Friend
March 5, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
February 5, 2009

RIP! gone but never forgotten!

wife of LEO
November 21, 2008

Dear Johnny,

More than a brother, you were my friend. I think of you every day. I think about what could have been for you, who loved life so much. I know that God has a purpose and that one day we'll be together again.

Your loving sister,
Michele
11/21/2008

Michele Em
Sister
November 21, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this fifth 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
November 21, 2008

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today and every day. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten as you are a true hero. Thank you for your service to our Country and also to law enforcement.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
November 20, 2008

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
October 25, 2008

I just read this article and I can't believe it. I remember serving with John in the Air Force. We were together on patrol many times and got to know him well.

Heaven has a great officer on patrol....

Miss ya bud!

My condolences to his family......

Anonymous (Former Sgt in USAF)
October 1, 2008

Dear Johnny---

Your thought of often by all of us in the Traffic Division. You are truly missed and loved. I know you look down at us and smile. The Unity Tour is this Friday, May 9th. They'll be starting their tour at your resting place. I know you will be there to watch over our officers and friends who will be riding in this ultimate show of gratitude. Keep them Safe....

Your in our hearts and thoughts everyday.......

Until we meet again,
Stacey

Stacey A. Costa
Friend - Clifton, NJ
May 7, 2008

May God Bless you and your family.
Having served with you in th USAF I know what a oustanding person you were, I will remember your easy smile, kind way and caring nature. You are truly missed

PO Christian Rubin-DeCervens
Nassau County Police Dept / 416th SPS 82-84
March 24, 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
December 11, 2007

Rest in Peace Sir

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
November 30, 2007

You are remembered, rest in peace my brother, watch over all Law Enforcement Officers, we got the watch.

Kevin T Ryan
Ex-New Jersey Cop
November 21, 2007

P.O. Samra,
I have browsed this page everyday for several years and left many reflections to many officers. I have never left one for you because it was too hard. My father wears the same patch that you wore. When your watch ended, I was very new to the job. Not a day of work goes by where I don't remember what happened to you. Rest in peace. Your brothers and sisters will always carry on you watch.

Corporal
Delaware State Police
August 27, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 3rd anniversary of your end of watch. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still on patrol.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
November 21, 2006

You have not been forgottten and are a true hero. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michael P. Gordon
November 21, 2006

May you Rest in Peace and may Our Lord bless your loved ones.

November 21, 2006