Officer Down Memorial Page

Its been awhile but you are not forgotten, rest in peace brother Tim. You served the dept well and are missed.

Captain Charles Citera.Retired
Paterson P.D.
November 29, 2011

Some things don't change....a hero is like a star....always shinning....rest in peace Tim... love & blessings.....family forever....

jackie
November 18, 2011

You will not be forgotten....

Meghan
August 29, 2009

TIMMY AND I WORKED MANY JOBS IN WAYNE TOGETHER , HE WAS A TRUSTED BROTHER OFFICER, AND MY BEST FRIEND AND BEST MAN AT MY WEDDING. I OFTEN THINK ABOUT OUR FRIENDSHIP AND MISS HIS HUMOR. I AM A BETTER MAN FOR KNOWING TIM OBRIEN.

SFC.DENNIS DULMER
CO-WORKER
April 13, 2008

HEY BUD, YOU WERE MY TEACHER AND FRIEND. I JOINED BECAUSE OF YOU AND I HOPE I HAVE TOUCHED AS MANY AS YOU HAVE AND MOTIVATED THEM TO BE IN LAW ENFORCMENT AS YOU ME.

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

LOVE YA O'BRIEN,
RANDY

M.P. R. LEE
VETERAN US ARMY MILITARY POLICE K-9 DIV.
March 26, 2008

Michelle I do remember you!!! please email me if you get a chance [email protected]
Tracyann
Thank you so much for your thoughts!!!

December 15, 2007

"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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
December 12, 2007

Timmy's wife and daughters, you probably will not remember me, I am the daughter of Al Ackerman, who was a Passaic County Police Officer. My name is Michelle. We lived a few doors down from you in the late 80's and early 90's. I hope all is well with you and your family. Your husband/father will never be forgotten and is sadly missed. Take care.

Friend
October 5, 2007

Dear Retired Miami PO... I saw your post and I was wondering if this is our former slow ride champion?? I am Timmy's oldest daughter Tracy and I wanted to thank you for your kind words. "In valor there is hope"
Tracyann

August 17, 2006

12 yrs and not forgotten. God bless the O'Brien family!

Ret. PO
City of Miami PD Fla
July 19, 2006

You are not forgotten for your service and sacrifice. God bless you and your family.

DE
St. Louis City Police
September 10, 2005

As an instructor, I am deeply saddened by accidents that occur during training. These are accidents that took the life of a loved one, friend, co-worker. But God has a purpose for these fine HERO'S. May they sit upon thrones of gold and serve him, for no harm will come unto them now. RIP BROTHERS/SISTERS.

Senior Corrections Officer W.R. Phillips
CCA Lake City Correctional Facility