Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Moira:
A hero comes to us in many different ways, in many different people. A hero can be a man, a woman, black or white, Jew or Christian, but nonetheless, a hero. And that is EXACTLY what you are...a HERO.
I hope that, from a better place, you are aware that as a result of your actions, many of our fellow countrymen survived, that otherwise would not have. I hope that, from a better place, you can smile down on us that are still here, and realize that we now must be as dedicated as you were that horrible day, to ensure our countrymen that the police will do WHATEVER it takes.
Whatever it takes to protect our country, our countrymen, our very way of life, that is what we, the police, have sworn to do. To protect our homeland from ALL enemies, foreign AND domestic. You, Moira, did precisely that. And you are now a hero, one of the NYPD's Finest, and certainly one of America's Finest. Rest in peace, and thank you for your sacrifice and service. Amen

Detective Ron Tomassi
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office-Florida

December 5, 2006

To the husband, daughter, other family and loved ones of Officer Moira Smith and her fellow officers with the New York City Police Department and most especially to Moira:

Mere words seem insignificant to honor your heroism and courage which will never be forgotten. On this the fifth anniversary month of the tragic devastation wreaked upon our nation, those brave men and women who lost their lives safeguarding others are remembered and revered.

May your spirit continue to soar and your memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect and gratitude for the distinquished service Moira gave to her community and country, and for the supreme sacrifice she and her family made on September 11, 2001.

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

September 29, 2006

moira, i think of you all the time. i pray for you and to you often, you are truly missed! erin

a friend.

September 18, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Ofc. Smith -

As a police officer and the wife of a police officer, my thoughts and prayers still go out to the family of Officer Smith. On 09-11-06, I was looking through a local newspaper and saw a picture of Moira's daughter with President Bush. The image of the President bending down to hug the little girl was heartbreaking. As the mother of a two year-old-son, my own personal thoughts revolve around returning home and being a good mother and wife. I'm not sure if everyone realizes what type of sacrifice Moira made. She sacrificed her life as a mother/wife/daughter/friend to save the lives of others. Knowing how much my son and husband mean to me, I commend Moira's bravery and selfless sacrifice. May her husband and daughter find comfort in the fact that her legacy lives on and that she will always be remembered as a hero. And will others remember that while they're sleeping/enjoying time with family/or just watching tv - their are millions of Police Officers willing to sacrifice all they have for the well-being of others.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” (Matthew 5:10)

Officer Theresa Stauffer
Penn Township Police Department

September 13, 2006

I dreamt of you last week for the first time since you gave your life on September 11, 2001. You were smiling and happy in a place that I can only describe as paradise. I hope one day we meet in this beautiful place were there is no parting. I pray for you and too you daily. God bless you Moira and I know that your watching over Jimmy, Patricia and your sister Mary.

Friend - Anne Costello

September 12, 2006

your little girl is so beautiful you are her hero and everyone elses. we know you watch over her,.... you can still see the sadness in you husbands eyes he must miss you dearly,

September 12, 2006

Officer Smith,
I did not know you and had never been to NY until after the attack, but I have been familiarized with your story. My heart aches for your husband and your little girl. You were truly a hero that day, and, on this 5th anniversary of your death, I wanted to tell you that you are remembered and honored.

Thank you for your service and continue to rest in peace.

Grateful Citizen

September 11, 2006

YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.....

Sgt.
Niles,IL PD

September 11, 2006

Yor star shined brightly as a young girl playing handball on the street while John Travolta borrowed a car from his friend in a scene from the movie "Saturday Night Fever," and your acts of bravery at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 will be forever chronicled in the archives of history.

God Bless you and your family on your 5th Anniversary in Heaven!

You have always been a star!

Police Officer
NYPD

September 11, 2006

moira I think and pray for you always,till we meet again
love,loyalty and friendship

pauline gallogly-frizalone
friend

September 11, 2006

Five years later we all still mourn you and all the other brave souls who fled into those buildings while eeveryone is was leaving them!! I was working that fateful day and responded like you....I heard you screaming on the radio for more help to come in...we tried but those towers came down on you!! May God Bless you and keep you close to HIM!! I know GOD will watch over your precious angel of a daughter all of her days!! Thank you for helping save countless lives!! GOD BLESS Police Officer Moira Smith!!!

Retired NYPD FEMALE DETECTIVE

September 11, 2006

you are missed now more than ever, life will never be the same without you, till we meet again
I Love You

a friend

September 11, 2006

To the victims and survivors of Sept. 11, God Bless You. God Bless America, and every child in the world. To Moira Smith and all our Heroes - your commitment, courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Jutta Bret'l, Germany

September 11, 2006

Thinking of you and your loved ones on this tragic day in history. You will never be forgotten and will be forever a hero.

Nicole Burdette
Wife of Deputy Alex Burdette EOW 3-12-05

September 11, 2006

5 years but not forgotten. Your my angel of Hope. I still wear the Mercy Band bearing your name. Thank you!! Always in our hearts

Cara Zellers

September 11, 2006

It broke our hearts to lose you,
but you did not go alone.

A part of us went with you,
the day God called you home.

Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but God calls us all one by one, the chain will link again.

A million times we've needed you,
a million times we've cried.
If love could have only saved you,
you never would have died.

The Lord be with you and May you Rest in Peace.

It has been five years, tomorrow that you gave your life, when others were in need. Your a true hero and you will never forgotten!

September 10, 2006

Rest in peace Moira.......

Sgt Charles P. Gallogly
NYPD

August 21, 2006

Hero! Rest in peace BLUE Angel! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

July 17, 2006

On September 11th, 2001, an number of men and women amazed the world with their phenomenal acts of bravery. When other ran away, they charged forward. When others reached out for safety, they offered a helping hand. When others cried out, they responded with a soothing voice. And, tragically, many of them died...but in doing so taught us all how to live.
With their sacrifice they redefined the word “HEROES”

Sergeant
Norfolk Police Dept

July 9, 2006

Everyone was touched by the events of 9-11.. i always wanted to be a police officer and after the brave actions of Moira and the other emergency workers i am definitely going to pursue that goal. Rest In Peace. They may be gone, but will never be forgotten.. True heroes.

Ricky (ireland)
Future police officer

May 1, 2006

Moira:

You are known to my family but you do not know me. You are spoken of very highly and remembered fondly. You are a hero and an inspiration! Thank you for your service. May God watch over you and yours.

Sincerely
Brother in arms

Anonymous

February 17, 2006

God bless you, your family, and friends as they go through the lost of your life. You dedicated your life to the serve and protect others and for that you will go straight to heaven. As I only begin my law enforcement career, I hope to become a police officer like yourself and continue to serve just as well as you did. You are not only an asperation to young police recruits but to all women as well.

Future NYPD Recruit
Firefighter, Criminal Justice Student

November 28, 2005

Rest in peace, your duty is done.

PC Phil King
Metropolitan Police Service

November 24, 2005

I was watching the discovery channel about 9/11,i saw your husband and daughter and your belongings that were scorched,it brough tears to my eyes.Just want you to know that you are not forgotten! rest in peace

September 10, 2005

Ofc.Smith
I have been wearing a Mercy Band around my wrist bearing your name since January of 2002. Many people ask me why I still wear it since they found your remains. My answer is you have become an inspiration to me, your my idol and my hero. I hope to one day fulfill a life long dream of being a police officer and ask that you watch over me! Your my angel!!
Thank You Moira!!

Cara
Former Lisle Illinois Police Department CSO,

March 13, 2005