Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Cardorette, it has been 56 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

September 11, 2023

Rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 11, 2020

Rest in peace Patrolman Cadorette.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 4, 2019

I was nine years old when my uncle was killed, I remember my mom crying and me trying to tell her not to cry, that it would be alright, but of course it would never be alright. Time softens the pain, but it never goes away, you will forever be missed Uncle Charles.

Kirk Spansel
Nephew

September 11, 2018

I would like to thank you for this remembrance of my Uncle Charlie. I knew the story of his passing, but because I was so young I didn’t know the date. My mother, Theresa A Cadorette, and her sister, Ruth Cadorette were devastated with his passing. Thank you for keeping his memory and those of other fallen Officers alive.

Kay Marie (Spansel) Terzian
Neice to Charles E Cadorette

September 11, 2018

It's been a year since the below reflection was posted. I was going to not post but after posting for two other Bay State Brothers, I couldn't pass by Patrolman Cadorette without looking like I didn't care. I was going to skip because I wanted this to stand. However, I succumbed to guilt and my post is the one made by Mr. Rich Aubin last year. It's beautiful.

Charlie, I still remember my father, Dick, talking about the call he received fifty years ago to this day informing him of the death of you, his cousin. Your passing stayed with him for the rest of his life, until he was laid to rest on the date of your death, forty-six years later. I've always felt a strong connection to you, as you ended your watch on my first birthday.

Thank you for your service and courage. Your sacrifice has inspired me to do everything I can to ensure that every Officer and Firefighter in Garland, Texas has the training, equipment and staffing to come home safely at the end of every shift.

Fifty years - you are not forgotten. Rest well in your eternal peace.

Rich Aubin, Councilman
City of Garland, Texas

September 11, 2017

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department

September 11, 2018

Charlie, I still remember my father, Dick, talking about the call he received fifty years ago to this day informing him of the death of you, his cousin. Your passing stayed with him for the rest of his life, until he was laid to rest on the date of your death, forty-six years later. I've always felt a strong connection to you, as you ended your watch on my first birthday.

Thank you for your service and courage. Your sacrifice has inspired me to do everything I can to ensure that every Officer and Firefighter in Garland, Texas has the training, equipment and staffing to come home safely at the end of every shift.

Fifty years - you are not forgotten. Rest well in your eternal peace.

Rich Aubin, Councilman
City of Garland, Texas

September 11, 2017

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 46th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

I pray for the solace of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

May 5, 2013

Thank you for your courage and ultimate sacrifice. You will FOREVER be a hero and will NEVER be forgotten!

Sergeant, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD

March 11, 2010

Patrolman Cadorette, today marks the 41st anniversary of your murder at the hands of a lousy car thief. The memorial page doesn't say if the driver of the first car was caught, we can only hope he or she was.

You took a bold risk that may have saved your partner's life that night. You and he are both heroes in the purest sense. Where ever he is now, I pray he's gotten over that awful night. My heart also goes out to your family. All four of your kids are grown now but even after all this time, I'm sure they still feel your presence and I'm sure you never really left them.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

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

September 11, 2008

Patrolman Cadorette,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Ashland. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

September 11, 2007

My prayers are with you and your family on this anniversary.

Former N.H. Police Officer
Fauquier County, VA

September 11, 2007

In the line of duty, another hero pays the ultimate sacrifice so others can walk without fear.
May you REST IN PEACE.

Correction Officer Scott Boutell
Massachusetts Department of Correction

August 21, 2007

Although I never met you Charlie, I pass by your photo every night when I begin my shift. Your corageous and heroic sacrafice will never be forgotten. You are missed dearly!

Sgt. Richard Briggs
Ashland PD

October 13, 2006

We all respect what all police officers do.

May 29, 2006

YOur loyalty to your partner while sacraficing your own life is commendable.

RIP Officer.

Brain M. Memino
Massachusetts Dept. of Public Safety.

August 15, 2005

Your heroic attempt to save your partner's life (especially at a time before the use of body armor was the norm) shows how much courage and character you had. You are an inspiration to us all.

Patrolman John E. Dimitres
Yarmouth Police Department

May 21, 2004

God bless you for your courage and sacrifice...

Janice Kelley RN(ret)
Department of Corrections

January 10, 2004