Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Kevin F. Crossley

Whitesboro Police Department, New York

End of Watch Wednesday, April 11, 2018

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Reflections for Patrolman Kevin F. Crossley

"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."
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Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Police department
Powell, Wyoming

April 16, 2018

God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends. Thank you for your unselfish service.

James P Waggle Jr
Civilian

April 15, 2018

America grieves with Officer Crossley's family and department that he has left behind. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sissy; Citizen
Friends of APD Personnel; Amarillo, TX

April 15, 2018

To the family of Patrolman Kevin Crossley, friends, Chief Dominick Hiffa and the
Whitesboro Police Department.
You are lifted up in thought and prayers. May God comfort, hold you close and give you His peace that surpasses all understanding now and always through Christ Jesus. Thank you for your service. Matthew 5:9

Patrolman A.S. Batson
Cherry / O'Berry Hospital Police Department, NC

April 14, 2018

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452), Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Retired Officer Jim Weaver
LAPD

April 14, 2018

Rest in Peace. Thank you for your service and ULTIMATE SACRIFICE.

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Ron Lavallee
Lawrence, MA Fire Dept.

April 14, 2018

The Fort Plain Police Department sends it sincerest condolences to the family of Patrolman Crossley and the Whitesboro Police Department. RIP Patrolman Crossley.

Chief Ryan Austin
Fort Plain Police Department

April 14, 2018

Rest in Peace!

Ptl. Bryan Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake OH PD

April 14, 2018

May the healing and peace of God's amazing grace be the strength and help of all the family and friends of Patrolman Crossley. We are so saddened to hear this news of his death in the line of duty.

Chaplain James Gysel
Calhoun County MI Sheriff's Office

April 13, 2018

RIP my brother. Marty Mooney Det ( ret ) NYPD and son Alex active NYPD. Blue Knights XIX Rome NY/XXXII Syracuse NY.

Marty Mooney Det ( RET )
NYPD

April 13, 2018

God bless Patrolman Crossley's family, friends and coworkers and give them strength and peace to get through their grief and pain. Thank you for your service brother.

Detective Sergeant Clark O. Parry
Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office, New York

April 13, 2018

This is truly a sad time in our area as another local police officer in our area has lost his life in the line of duty. My thoughts and prayers are right now with the Village OF Whitesboro, the Town of Whitestown, the Village of Whitesboro Police Department, the Town of Whitestown Police Department and all the neighboring law enforcement agencies in the area. He was a dedicated police officer and served his community with pride and dedication. He will be missed by everybody.

Bradford Paulson
Observer

April 13, 2018

Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family & Department

Detective Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department

April 13, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr., ASAC
Federal Air Marshal Service

April 13, 2018

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of the WPD during this most difficult and tragic time.....

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

April 13, 2018

Patrolman Crossley, our good Lord will take care of you and give you His peace, and He will bring comfort and consolation to your parents and brothers during their time of grief. May He immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

April 13, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service. Thoughts and prayers for your family, friends and coworkers.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

April 13, 2018

Thank you for your service Officer Crossley. God bless your family and your fellow officers at the Whitesboro police department.

Officer Josh Carruth (Whitesboro native)
West Sacramento Police

April 13, 2018

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

April 13, 2018

Thank you for your service. RIP.

Sergeant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office

April 13, 2018

My condolences to Patrolman Crossley's family and his brothers and sisters at the Whitesboro Police Department. May his memory always be a blessing.

Sergeant Marc Mrakich
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

April 13, 2018

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now. Thank you for your service, you will be missed. God bless the family, friends, and co-workers of Patrolman Crossley during this time of tragic and sudden loss.

Deputy Donnie Meaders
Okfuskee County (OK) S.O.

April 13, 2018

Rest in Peace Patrolman Crossley. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP, Trafic & Escort Unit

April 13, 2018

I am sad to learn of the passing of a brother and hero in Patrolman Kevin F. Crossley. May our Heavenly Father welcome him home into his loving arms. I pray the Lord deliver blessings, comfort and peace to his family, friends and peers.

TW Martinez/Retired
State of New Mexico/JJS

April 13, 2018

Rest in peace brother. You are a true hero.

Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

April 13, 2018

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