Police Officer Dennis McNamara Upper Darby Township Police Department Pennsylvania Wednesday, January 30, 2002  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 92 of 93 of 94 of 95 of 96 of 97 of 98 of 99 of 9

We will never forget you. Thank you for your service. Our Prayers are with your family. God Bless

John Mangan

2009-07-07

Happy Birthday Dennis.

Anonymous

2009-07-04

Missing you Dennis

Anonymous

2009-06-13

Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
2009-02-23

Hey Den, Made the service and it still hurts. Could barely hug Diane,Spike and Missy before i lost it. They looked great. Keep watching us.

Anonymous

2009-02-16

To the family and friends of Officer Dennis McNamara and his fellow officers in his Department:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to pay honor to Dennis' memory on the sixth anniversary of the day Dennis so tragically lost his life. His heroism, valor and bravery will be forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family, and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you. Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are still experiencing.

Please know that the brotherhood and sisterhood of law enforcement and police survivors will always be by your side on each step of the journey.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service Dennis gave to his community and the citizens of Pennsylvania, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 30, 2002.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

2009-01-31

I VIEWED YOUR MEMORIAL TODAY AND SAID A PRAY. YOU SERVED PROUDLY AND WITH HONOR THAT DAY. I AM GLAD THE PERPETRATOR WAS CAUGHT AND I HOPE HE IS STILL IN JAIL. MAY GOD WATCH OVER YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.

RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
2009-01-30

Well we went to your memorial service tonight at the cemetary its nice to see that alot of people still come out. Think about you often Dennis, you are never forgotten.

Anonymous

2009-01-30

Hey Buddy... just letting you know that you are still thought of often... !! Roger that.

Jay
UD 65
2008-10-22

Dennis, I could not make the dedication for you, but a day does not go by that I don't think of you and your family. Keep a watch over us at UDPD.

2008-05-06

We all know what a great hero you are but im so glad that you have plaque on the holy ground for all of the citizens of upper darby to see when they pass by. Now more people will remember your great sacrifice. You are a hero who will never be forgotten.

Look out for our sgt who is on his way there, so him the way as we mourn all our loses RIP HEROS

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
2008-05-04

Dennis, I couldn't make your ceremony today. I know that you know I was there, though. My heart was there. We still miss you; we'll always miss you. Rest peacefully knowing that you are always with us.

2008-05-01

Thankyou OFFICER MCNAMARA for your service and sacrifice. You are a hero for us all to look up too. GOD bless your family and continue to look over them. You will never be forgotten

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
2008-03-20

Six years seems like yesterday, your memorial was beautiful nice to see alot of the police still come

2008-01-30

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-01-27

"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
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2008-01-24

For my brother who is greatly missed:
You may not have known Dennis,
But were saddened just the same;
And if his death raised our awareness;
Then it won't have been in vain.
It reminds us just how fragile
Life can really be,
For all those brave defenders
Of our community.
So parents kiss your kids tonight,
And teach them early on;
To respect these heroes while on earth;
And not just when they're gone.

Marie O'Connor
Sister
2007-11-09

Off. McNamara. I can't begin to tell you how greatful we are to have had a hero like you. As a police officer, I know what it is like to have a "routine patrol" shift. Very few people know that there is no such thing as routine patrol. Your death has a very personal meaning to me. I grew up in Upper Darby. My sister is now dealing with your murderer's appeals. (she is a Dist. Atty.in Deleware County)Every time I go on patrol I think of you. Every time I walk into my sister's office I remember you. (not just because of the files on her desk but because she has your picture on her wall.) My family never had the pleasure to meet you, but rest assured, we will always strive to be like you. May rest easy sir you have earned it. As for you murderer, know that myself and my family will always fight for you and yours. God Bless

Ptl.William Hutton
TRPD NJ
2007-08-28

I have always admired your dedication to your family, your courage and your devotion to duty.

Rest well now and let us walk to the beat of your drum.

2007-08-04

Thank you for your dedication to service.

We miss you brother.

F.S.

2007-08-01

Dennis you were one of the first Upper Darby Police Officer's I had ever met. You transported a prisoner for me to your station. I had never worked outside the City of Philadelphia and found myself in unfamiliar surroundings. You introduced yourself as the "Terminator" and took the time to show me around your station. From that day forward you would stop for a chat, a joke and a laugh.

Thank you for the friendship. I will never forget those days. Rest in peace my brother.

Sgt. Donn Wagner
SEPTA Transit Police
2007-03-17

Hi Diane, I hope that you read this. I just wanted to say sorry I missed Dennis' memorial service last night. We had to go to a school thing, and I feel bad because I have never missed one. Anyway your always in our thoughts and prayers.. Be well

Kim

2007-01-31

Officer McNamara, you will never be forgotten. Thank you for service as an officer. R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
EPSO (Colorado)
2007-01-30

It's hard to believe it's been five years already. You are a true hero and will always be remembered as such and may you always watch over your law enforcement brethren from above.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
2007-01-30

Happy New Year! Its hard to believe it's been nearly five years since you last served the township of Upper Darby. In a few weeks I will be attending the memorial service for you in Arlington Cemetary. I walk there twice a day and twice a day I stop at your grave and check on it. I guess you could say I am your unofficial caretaker. Such a tiny thing to do for someone who has done so very much for so many. I have yet to miss a memorial service or a Police Memorial Day since your passing. I can tell you that Diane and the kids are looking good. I know you are looking out for everyone here on earth. Take Care

Dorothy Kerns

2007-01-05