 | Master Police Officer Peter J. Lavery
Newington Police Department
Connecticut
Thursday, December 30, 2004 |
Still thinking and remembering you nearly 5 yrs later. Rest in peace brother. Retired PO
CT
2009-10-28
Ofc Lavery,
Just got back from Washington DC last night. The other day, my family and I visited the Law Enforcement memorial. It was really cool to be there, and to view the memorial. In 2013, they are making a Police Officer museum across the street where visitors can learn about officers such as you. Newington misses you a lot. Things sure have changed since you left us, but you are never forgotten. RIP Ofc Lavery, and keep an eye out on all the future Police officers such as myself. God Bless. Explorer Sergeant Holly
West Hartford Police
2009-08-19
Greetings, Peter...Just sitting in my little office at home, and thought of you (again). So much has happened in so few years. Years...has it actually been almost five YEARS since you left? We all went to D.C. again in May; trip #5. I missed you just as much as trip #1. The new names on the wall keep adding on and on. You are apparently in very good company. They keep trying to get your hostage gnome to put in the NLEOM museum, but we defend him valiently, remembering all you went through to get him back. This world is a bleaker place without you in it, brother, but your memory lives on through all of us who love you. Thank you again for all you have done, and God rest you... Country
Providence Police
2009-07-19
JUST THINKING OF YOU AND THOUGHT I WOULD SAY HELLO.
JENNIFER RECEIVED YOUR SCHOLARSHIP AWARD THE OTHER DAY
FROM PAM. JENNIFER IS GOING TO BE A GOOD COP.
MISS YOU AND “RIDE WITH THE WIND BROTHER” HUTCH
2009-07-15
On the 4th anniversary of Master Police Officer's death, we honored his service in our patrol briefing by reading his entry from ODMP. Each day, we honor one fallen officer on the anniversary of their death so as to keep them in our thoughts, and also to remind us of the dangers inherent in our job. Master Police Officer is not forgotten. Sergeant Zach Perron
Palo Alto (CA) Police Department
2008-12-30
Merry Christmas, Uncle Pete. Anonymous
2008-12-26
Thinking of you Pete.
You are missed.
CAS CAS
2008-12-25
Happy Thanksgiving Pete
C. Anonymous
2008-11-27
Hi Dad,
As you know, I got married about 2 months ago. It was a wonderful day. I wish you could have been there. It wasn't the same without you. Uncle Jim walked me down the aisle. We had a cigar bar outside on the deck. It was like you were there! I love you so much and miss you with all of my heart! Anonymous
2008-08-30
Ofc Lavery,
I remember the night as if it was yesterday. You were a brave person whose life was taken a few years ago. When I become a Police Officer, I am going to dedicate my career in your memory, and hope to work at the Newington Police Department. Say hello to Ofc. McDermott for me and tell her that Newington High misses her a lot. God Bless you and your family.
Newington resident & W. Hartford Police Expl Holly McCarthy W. Hartford Police Explorer H. McCarthy
2008-08-10
Peter,
It's time for a note, just to let people who might read this to see what a special man you were by sharing a memory of you. I say that because you already know what's going on with all of us, so this is for those who read this and might benefit a little from knowing what kind of person you were and how you always set a great example of how to be a true patriot and friend to all you met. Anyway, I'm home safe from another deployment, and on my way back home I came back through Ramstein Germany. Once off the plane, I looked out at the tarmac area and laughed out loud, so the guys on my team asked me what was so funny. So I started to tell them about the last time I was in Ramstein Germany. That was the time you and I along with several other members of our staff were heading to Bosnia on a recon mission. Our C130 had multiple problems and on the 3rd attempt at takeoff, our plane burst into flame. I'll never forget as, once we all jumped out safely, we stood there together on the grass watching our plane burn. You calmly put a cigar in your mouth and in your typical understated manner said, "I guess we're not getting to Bosnia today". I still laugh out loud when I think of it. You sum up the a chaotic situation perfectly in a few calm words. I could just picture you standing out there on that grass again like it was yesterday. As usual you turned a bad situation into something good by having everyone go to the officers for dinner and drinks and an evening of comaraderie.
We all miss you and think of you often Peter. We did a motorcycle ride to D.C on Memorial Day and you came up in conversation several times as we all had a good laugh about some of the adventures that we all had together on the road, and in the military. Thanks as always for bugging me to ride again, and for the memorable times we had.
Luke MAJ Luke Boutot
2008-07-30
Hey Bro,
Your little one is getting married tomorrow. I am sure you will have full view but that is not the same. We will not be attending ourselves. Wish we could but that is a different story. Enjoy the view.
Your forgotten sister
sister
2008-06-27
Officer Lavery your work on this Earth as we know it is now done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace. SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
2008-05-28
Hi Pete,
Just wanted to say hello and to let you know that you have a new baby cousin. Erika Paige Lavery was born on 3-27-08 at 7:05AM. Of course, Im sure you knew that because I had a feeling that you were there. I know that Grandma & Grandpa were there watching and smiling over their new great-granddaughter and wishing so much that they could hold her, as did I. Nate & Jameson love her so much. They cant get enough of her. They ask about you from time to time. Just today Jameson was asking our neighbor, who is an Enfield police officer, if he knew you. He had his new Harley Davidson in the driveway Pete and he immediately thought of you. You'd be proud! HE LOVED IT!! I told him he has a WAYS to go before I see him ride one.(haha)
Please look out for Erika, Nate & Jameson. They are my life and I love them all so very much. Give Grandma & Grandpa a hug for me & tell them thank you for being there when Erika was born. It meant the world to me.
Take care
Till we all meet again...
Tim
2008-04-12
Hi Dad,
It's three months until I get married and it won't be the same without you. I wish you were here. I miss you more every day. I love you so much!
2008-03-24
Pete,
Happy St. Patrick's Day ! I wish you were here ! Just because you are in heaven, doesn't mean you can't put on the "Green", Randy and I will raise a toast in your honor
today. Keep a warm arm around Rita for me.
I miss you both with my whole heart and soul. You are in my heart, soul and thoughts every day.
Your forgotten sister,
Nora Nora Lavery-Petrash
Sister
2008-03-17
Pete,
I was talking to you on my way to work last night as usual. It was really foggy and drizzling. I could hardly see 20 ft ahead of me when I saw a Police Light Bar flashing trying to pull someone over. My first thought was please be safe ! The next thought was...of course you will be..you've got someone special watching over you..
Thanks for keeping us safe.
Your Big Little Sister
Nora Nora Lavery-Petrash
Sister
2007-12-31
We will never forget you, keep watch over your family and friends. Bill Statler
America's 9/11 foundation,Conemaugh Twp. PD
2007-12-31
Baby Bro,
December 30th is here once again. What a dreadful day! You will never be forgotten..ever !! Two parts of me are missing that can never be replaced. Keep a arm around Rita and guide her through your travels...
Sleep well baby brother...until next time..
Your big little sister,
Nora Nora Lavery-Petrash
Sister
2007-12-30
I only wish that I had the chance to know you better Pete. Grandpa was always so proud of you. He must have been so happy to see you when God called him home. I always wanted to be a police officer Pete. It makes me so angry that I just "gave up" on my dream and that you were robbed of yours. Its unfair. Its unfair that instead of just cousins, we could have been "brothers in blue". I will always admire you and never, ever will I forget.
Till we all meet again...
Tim
2007-12-30
Leaving Indelible Imprints
"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death.
They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make.
Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories.
We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love." by: Leo Buscaglia
Peter, you are thought of today and always. You are missed. -Keri
2007-12-30
Three years have passed and you have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over those that love and miss you dearly. Wrap your wings around them and help them with their grief as their broken hearts still grieve. You are a true hero. Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon
2007-12-30
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR LONG POLICE AND MILITARY SERVICE. VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2007-12-29
Hey Pete....It's Christmas night and I wanted you to know that you are not forgotten my friend. You are missed very much.
CAS CAS
2007-12-25
December is here and I am choking back the tears. Life has not been the same without you. People say in time it gets easier. It doesn't !! April and December are the worst months for me. That horrible night just keeps playing back over and over again. I know you are at peace and that makes me happy. I know you are watching over Rita and keeping her safe and that makes me happy too. Who knows, maybe you have already taught her how to ride a bike. Now that is a scarey thought for a mother to have. I want you to know..I finally bought a bike for Randy. He loves it! It is not a Gold Wing but you would approve. I still remember all of the times you took me to VT on your bike. I will always cherish those special times spent with you. I even remember the time we went to DMV to registar a car and how upset you got. Every time I think of it, I laugh. You were so-o-o funny. I remember all of your phone calls with your pep talks during the adoption ordeal. That really meant alot to me. You have a way with words brother! You always managed to calm me down and give me strength to continue on. I don't know what I would have done without you during this time. You have always been there for me and now you are not. It is still hard to swollow and accept even today.
I miss you baby brother more than you know.
Your little big sister
Nora Nora Lavery-Petrash
sister
2007-12-02
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