Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer David J. Fahey, Jr.

Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio

End of Watch Tuesday, January 24, 2017

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Reflections for Police Officer David J. Fahey, Jr.

Rest in peace my brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the Cleveland Police Department.

James J. Scanlon (Retired CPD)
North American SWAT Training Assoc.

January 28, 2017

My condolences to the family and friends. I pray for a day when police are no longer needed. May you rest in peace.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.
And let the perpetual light shine upon them.
And may the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Douglas Blasdell

January 27, 2017

R.I.P. BROTHER Fahey!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

January 27, 2017

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when David was killed.

To the Fahey family, fellow officers, and all who call David beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Officer Fahey gave to his community and the citizens of Ohio, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 24, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

January 27, 2017

Rest in peace Brother.

Lt. Arrend Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

January 27, 2017

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Wyoming Police Department

January 27, 2017

God Bless you Brother and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service to this nation and the people of Cleveland.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

January 26, 2017

Rest in peace brother. Your fellow brothers in blue, family and friends are in our prayers.

Marine Interdiction Agent D. Sheehan
CBP-Sandusky Marine Unit, OH

January 26, 2017

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER (RETIRED)
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

January 26, 2017

Dave, this day will be forever etched in my brain. That horrific night keeps playing over and over. C-platoon will never be the same without your infectious smile and laugh. The Department, the City of Cleveland, your friends, your family, and your colleagues are at a loss. Put in a good word for me as your patrolling the streets of heaven. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You will never be forgotten.

Patrolman Robert Cruz #1810
Cleveland Division of Police 1st District

January 26, 2017

On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer David Fahey and the extended law enforcement family of the Cleveland Police Department, Ohio. Rest in Peace brother and watch over us.

End of Watch: Tuesday, January 24, 2017

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.
By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

January 26, 2017

RIP Brother.Thank you & God Bless.

Lt.Robert M.Petty (ret)
No.Bergen, N.J. P.D.

January 26, 2017

Fahey, I'll never forget the encouragement you gave me in the academy, it was the boost I needed to keep on pushing through. I remember how you and I had the best Kwan and Cox impersonations (pretty sure your Cox impersonation was better). Rest in peace brother.

Patrol Officer Vanek
Strongsville Police

January 26, 2017

RIP, thank you for your service to our country and community.

Mr. Greg Call, Inspector General
Inspector General

January 26, 2017

The Resource Protection Officers of the Bedford Historical Society and Museums would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of P.O. David Fahey.

We would like you all to know that you are in our thoughts during this sorrowful time.

Acting Chief Andrew Mizsak
Bedford Historical Society and Museums Resource Protection Division

January 25, 2017

RIP brother, you will never be forgotten.

Officer J. Honeycutt
Utah Valley University Police Dept.

January 25, 2017

Rest in peace Officer Fahey. My sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your service will not be forgotten.

OFC TERRY F. ZECH (RET)
VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPT, DETROIT MICHIGAN

January 25, 2017

Officer Fahey, thank you Sir for your service. The law abiding citizens of the Great State of Ohio are mourning their loss. We will keep your Family and Department in our thoughts. Pleaae watch over us as we carry on.

Sergeant William Foley
Chicago Ridge IL PD

January 25, 2017

May the Lord comfort those close to you.
Thank you for your service.
Rest in peace.

Sergeant David Sheetz (retired)
Houston Police Dept.

January 25, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. After being deployed out in Cleveland, it is very sad to know we lost another brother. Your family and the officers will be in our hearts and prayers

Officer Kellie Riley
California Highway Patrol

January 25, 2017

God Bless and Godspeed.

Lisa B
GEORGIA CIVILIAN LEO SUPPORTER

January 25, 2017

Rest In Peace brother.

Corporal (Retired) Glenn Elliott
Temple Police Department--Temple,Tx

January 25, 2017

Our board and staff sends our deep condolences to the family and friends of Officer Fahey. We lift you in prayer.

Rev. Frank Ruffatto, PGPD Ret. #1745
Peace Officer Ministries

January 25, 2017

I am sorry for your loss to the Family, Fellow Officers, Friends. I well keep you all in my prayers. RIP.

Frank J.Corasaniti II,Retired Lieutenant
Baltimore City Fire Department

January 25, 2017

We are deeply saddened by the news of the tragic death of Officer Fahey. May the grace of God be the strength of all who grieve his loss from service and from our world.

Chaplain James Gysel
Calhoun County Michigan Sheriff's Office

January 25, 2017

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