Officer Down Memorial Page

I happened to see a news blurb on Philly TV in '07 showing Chuck's pic. I didn't recognize him. A week or so later the Cardinal Dougherty quarterly letter came in the mail. It had the same pic I'd seen on TV. He was a grad from my year, 1970. He looked familiar to me. I got out my 1970 yearbook and found his pic from 1970. Oh My God! I played football with Chuck back in '66 & '67 at Dougherty!

Chuck was a fine athlete and a good guy. It hurts me deeply to know that he was murdered so senslessly. My thoughts & prayers continue to go out to him and his family. I'm still shocked. I don't know what else to say except: God Bless Chuck!

John J. Rusher III (Jack)
High School Friend
May 25, 2012

In Memory of Phila police officer Charles Cassidy

Police Officer's are people who have answered the call of LAW ENFORCEMENT they serve and protect the city of Philadelphia and the community's we live in . and these Officer's are great role model's for are young and impreshenable children. but some of these officers gave their life's in - THE LINE OF DUTY - and they most never be forgotton .

Written by Vincent Gibson brother of Detective Joseph Gibson Badge # 8105 south detectives

From the Gibson Family sadly on Dec 26, 2010 Det. Joseph Gibson was found dead in his home . he took his own life . our family's heart's are truly broken

Vincent Gibson
Brother of DET. Joseph R. Gibson
May 17, 2012

Rest In Peace Brother!

P/O Phil Bowdren (Retired)
Philadelphia Police Department
January 11, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 4th 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

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater. Pittsburg Police Dept., eow 4/24
November 1, 2011

3 years have passed and we all still tank you for your sacrifice

Anonymous
November 1, 2010

God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.

Rest in peace!

Michelle - wife of US Marshal
June 24, 2010

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with your family chuck. I know the pain that they may feel everyday,holiday,birthday and vacations. May God continue to comfort them through it all.

pa.citizen/ruth
one who has never forgotten this tragic loss
June 9, 2010

Thank you for your courage and sacrifice. You will FOREVER be a hero and will NEVER be forgotten! I salute you, Sir.

Sergeant, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD
March 10, 2010

Officer Chuck Cassidy I just wanted to say that I'm happy that you are finally able to rest in peace being as though your killer has been sentenced to death. Your Alma Mater, Cardinal Dougherty High School is praying for you and your family! Rest In Peace and in Paradise.

Student of Cardinal Dougherty
December 2, 2009

CHARLES AND FAMILY, I WAS READING A PAPER FROM NEW HAVEN CONNECTICUT TODAY. I LEARNED ABOUT YOUR DEATH FROM A NEWS PAPER ARTICLE. THE PAPER SAID YOUR YOUR KILLER WAS SENTENCED TO DEATH AFTER A TWO WEEK TRIAL. FINALLY JUSTICE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOUR KILLER ISN'T GOING TO FIGHT HIS DEATH SENTENCE. CHARLES GOD REST YOUR SOLE AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE.

Anonymous
November 25, 2009

I just wanted to let the family and co workers of officer Cassidy know that we are thinking and praying for their strength during this difficult time. My family, Friends and many, many other have had to relive the pain. Just know we are all here with you.
May he rest in peace.

Julie Gallagher
sister of fallen Reading PA police pfficer
November 12, 2009

To Officer Charles Cassidy and his loved ones:

On this the second anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered for the service you gave to your community, and for the supreme sacrifice you and your family made on November 1, 2007.

I pray for solace today for your family and all those others who love you.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 7, 2009

Just wanted to let you know we will never forget you Chuck!

Anonymous
November 2, 2009

Chuck although its been two years, your life and legacy are still in the hearts and minds of everyone... Continue to watch over us all!

Anonymous
November 1, 2009

To Officer Charles Cassidy, his family and his fellow officers with the Philadelphia Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Officer Cassidy’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Officer Cassidy and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
November 1, 2009

Officer Cassidy you are not forgotten and are in my daily prayers. God bless you and your family.

Anonymous
November 1, 2009

Its still hard to believe its been 2 years since u have been gone. Things havent been the same in the 35th Dist since that day. Judy and the kids are always in our hearts as well as you...You touched so many lives within the police dept and i thank you for that. I will never forget you Chuck,you are a TRUE HERO !!God Bless and continue to watch over the men and women in blue

P/O
Phila. P.D.
October 31, 2009

Gone but not forgotten. Your service was invaluable. Rest in peace brother.

Officer William M Deford
USCG Police, Baltimore
July 21, 2009

Officer Cassidy, I just finished reading an article submitted to the Phila Inq by your beloved wife. My wife called me while I was on the street today and told me she just needed to hear my voice. I later found out she had read the article too. You and I would have had a lot in common and it scared her. I am heart broken for you and your family. You are all in my prayers. You left a strong and wonderfull family and did your duty well. RIP brother we've got the watch from here.

Anonymous
July 6, 2009

Officer Cassidy you have not been forgotten, you are a true hero in the eyes of all Law Enforcement and in the eyes of Philadelphia. RIP

Detective Van Cleef
LVMPD
June 9, 2009

St. Michael's sword darts through the air
and touches the aureole on his hair
As he sees them stand saluting there,
His stalwart sons:
And Patrick, Brigid, Columkill
Rejoice that in veins of warriors still
The Gael's blood runs.
And up to Heaven's doorway floats,
From the wood called Rouge Bouquet,
A delicate cloud of bugle notes
That softly say:
"Farewell!
Farewell!
Comrades true, born anew, peace to you!
Your souls shall be where the heroes are
And your memory shine like the morning-star.
Brave and dear,
Shield us here.
Farewell!"
JOYCE KILMER POEM ''ROUGE'' TUNE OF TAPS

CHUCK MCNEEL
OCEAAN CITY PD NJ
April 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family this holiday season. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Erin
December 4, 2008

Hello Officer Cassidy,

You passed away on my 30th birthday. So this year as I blew out my candles to celebrate my 31st I said a little prayer for your family and fellow officers you left behind...and I'll keep that little tradition up.

Thank you for protecting my city. God rest. See you in heaven, sir.

Laura
Philadelphia, PA
November 5, 2008

A year has past since you tragically left us, you are still strong in our minds and in spirit. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
November 2, 2008

Chuck,
It has been a year since you've passed and I still can't believe it. God rest your soul. I will always pray for your family. I'm sure you're watching over them. Rest in Peace, Brother. We all love and miss you.

P/O Daniel Sweeney #4558
Philadelphia Police Department
November 1, 2008