Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As a child, my Nana and my mother told me amazing stories about my grandfather. James McGillion was a hero I never met. He served in the US Army Air Corp during WWII, as part of multiple B17 Bomber crews. All total my grandfather flew 33 missions in the European theater. He was awarded Two Silver Stars, Two Bronze Stars, and The Distinguished Fly Cross, during this time.
My mother was 8 years old when he died with a younger sister and brother. His legacy is something I have always strived to live up to.
Until we finally get to meet sir.

Captain William James Biglin
City of Hollywood Fire Rescue / Proud Grandson

August 9, 2022

You had a loving son who missed your presence in his life. Others need to remember the sacrifices our offices’ families make as their loved ones protect us.

Laura Fennell Gilhooly

April 8, 2022

Rest In Peace

Nick mottola
None

August 12, 2020

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

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

August 12, 2020

Rest in peace Patrolman McGillion.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 11, 2019

4/17/16
I was with my 90 year old mother today (Mary McAneny-Brogan) and although her memory is fading she does remember her cousin Officer James McGillion and how on the day he was killed her Dad{Patrick McAneny) cried like a baby. As long as she lives she will never forget him...he was her hero....and was very proud of him. God bless him, his family and all our officers. Liz Scanlon

Liz Scanlon

April 17, 2016

IN HONORE CASORUM
Our Promise: Always honored, never forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

August 12, 2015

Patrolman McGillion was my Great Uncle James, husband to my Grandpa's sister, Aunt Peggie. On the family occasions I would visit with her, she would always speak of James McGillion with so much love and pride. Every single day of her life she wore a small replica of his shield around her neck. I miss Aunt Peggie and will always admire her for the fierce way in which she loved, laughed, and kept Uncle James' spirit alive. I truly believe he lived on in her and through their three children. May you both rest in peace.

U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Officer
DHS CBP

March 30, 2015

Uncle James---Our family still thinks of you and thanks you for
your ultimate sacrifice to our great country. You will always be in
our hearts and prayers!


Jim Woodruff
March 5, 2015

James Woodruff
nephew

March 5, 2015

Jjames' wife Margaret passed away on August 2, 2013. This date would have been their 75th wedding anniversary. They are together again in heaven.

Lt Stephen O'Reilly
Brother in law

January 19, 2014

Thank you for remembering. His wife Margaret just passed away on August 2,2013. This would have been their 75th wedding anniversary. They are together again in heaven.

Lt Stephen O'Reilly
Brother in law

January 19, 2014

Patrolman McGillion,
Sir, even though it's been over 61 years since your End of Watch you are still honored and remembered. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 13, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 58th 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
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

August 12, 2010

I said a little prayer today for Patrolman McGillion and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

August 10, 2009

...we love you Grandpa - and look forward to meeting you someday.

Christopher McCabe
Grandson

May 15, 2006

Rest in Peace Patrolman, you gave your last full measure of devotion and it won't be forgotten.

Auxiliary Police Officer Charles Smith
New York City Police Department - Auxiliary Police Section

February 21, 2005