Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for saving my husband on that day. You pulled him from the concourse, got him out and put him into an ambulance before you ran back in to save more lives. I didn't even know him then, but your selflessness and extreme courage is to this day changing the course of lives. Please know that the man you saved is doing great things as a foster parent to children in need (and he rescues animals as well). He is a wonderful father to these children. Your legacy lives on in him, and in them, and in everything they and their children and their children's children will do.

They will know about you. You will never, ever be forgotten.

Melanie
Spouse of Man Officer Fazio Saved

September 9, 2011

Every time I walk into the 13th or the Academy I think of you. You were the fixture of the Precinct, my cousin's faithful partner for years. You remained at her side for her entire time in the hospital in April 2001 when she died of cancer. It was no surprise to find out when I was assigned to the Detective Bureau at the 13th Precinct on the night of September 11 to find out that you gave your life saving others. You were a true cop. You did it right, day in and day out. I think about how you and Maureen are probably still doing it right driving around together protecting us all. I'll never forget and will continue to try to do it the way you did. Thanks Bobby

Lt Kevin O'Connor
NYPD

September 24, 2009

I am forever in debt to the 23-37 and the 343. Your sacrifice has not been forgotten. You are a true hero, Thank you for your service Sir.

Deputy and Firefighter
Glades County, Florida

September 11, 2009

Remembering you on this day. God bless your family and friends.

New Mexico

Anonymous

September 11, 2009

Robert

Eight years since you made the ultimate sacrifice. Your heroic actions are not forgotten.

DETECTIVE PATRICK DONOHUE
NYPD

September 11, 2009

You are not forgotten...thank you

Anonymous

September 11, 2009

Officer Fazio,
Sir, on today the 8th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you and all your fellow LEOs who were also killed that day for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

September 11, 2009

The anniversary of 9/11 is coming up in a few days as you well know. I just wanted you to know that you have not been forgotten. Rest in Peace...

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

September 8, 2009

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your friends and family. May God bless and keep them.

THANK YOU SO MUCH, FOR HELPIPNG PROTECT OUR COUNTRY!!!!

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.

March 6, 2009

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

Robyn Wilkes

January 12, 2009

R.I.P. Brother, we still remember and appreciate your sacrifice. God be with your family.

Officer Wil
Modesto CA PD

September 11, 2008

"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

January 3, 2008

you and all the others that went to the heavens above that dreadfull day will always be remembered and saluted in my heart and prayers. i am now commited to homeland security at a urban training center and you are missed and loved by all

steve hamilton
Department of homeland security(IN)

November 2, 2007

Thank you, Ofc. Robert Fazio, for your dedication to God, your family and. ultimately, your country.

Your sacrifice was not in vain, and you will never be forgotten.

God speed and God bless. Rest in peace, Ofc. Fazio.

God Bless America.

LRVirgil, Civilian
Texas - Law Enforcement Supporter

September 30, 2007

You are not and will never be forgotten. You and the other brothers we lost that day are HEROES and will be remembered forever! Rest high on the streets of Heaven!

Deputy Brant Pewitt
Williamson Co. Sheriff's Dept TN.

September 11, 2007

It is hard to believe that is has been 6 years since that terrible day. The nation mourns, along with your family, that your's and so many other lives were taken in one day. I thank you for your sacrifice and dedication. God bless you, Officer Fazio.

A proud American

September 11, 2007

Thank you for your sacrifice and all the lives you saved that day. It takes a brave officer to go into a burning building. Rest in peace.

trooper
Ohio State Highway Patrol

September 11, 2007

To the parents and sister of Officer Robert Fazio I offer my most sincere condolences for the loss of your son and brother. He was a hero...a fine and decent human being...be proud to have had him in your lives.

I too have lost a brother...so I know how hard it is to have your own sadness while watching your parents grieve for their son. It is not easy and I will keep you in my prayers.

I also know your parents heartache...I have lost a wonderful young son, eighteen months ago, in a violent and senseless way...he was my brother's namesake...none of us know why we are made to carry such a cross...there are no words of comfort in having to bury a child who is far too young and taken so suddenly. My heart goes out to you both with understanding and my deepest sympathy.

Keep your faith in God, and rely on his graces to carry you through until you all will be reunited again. I know your loved one is watching over all of you and so long as you carry his memory in your hearts he will never be far from you.

May God's perpetual light shine upon the soul of Officer Robert Fazio and may he rest in His eternal peace for having made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting and serving the people of New York.

God's blessings on each of you.

Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Tpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

July 16, 2007

What you did in service to your community meant more than you'd ever guess - Thank you so much for your service

Sgt Don "Boots" Jensen Retired
Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee, WI

May 12, 2007

To the family and loved ones of Officer Robert Fazio and his fellow officers with the New York City Police Department and most especially to John:

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 Robert gave to his community and country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his 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

Dear Robert:
After 5 years have passed, I still, (and ALWAYS will) think of you and all our brothers, who made such a sacrifice to save others. Your sacrifice is a testimony to all enemies of our great nation, foreign and domestic, that we will NEVER go quiet into that good night. Your sacrifice is a testimony to all people everywhere, that police officers would do WHATEVER it takes to save lives.
It is my intention, Robert, to write a reflection to every one of my fallen brothers who gave all they had that terrible day. It is one small way for me to give the respect and gratitude to those of you who so richly deserve it. You did, what most people cannot understand...to put yourself in extreme danger to save the lives of others. To protect those who cannot protect themselves. Robert, you epitomize what a police officer is, and set an example for others to emulate.
Although we cannot see you or touch you, you ARE and ALWAYS will be, forever in our minds, hearts, and words. "Man knows no greater love, than one who is willing to lay down his life for another". You have made all of us who have taken that oath, proud. And to our enemies who seek to destroy our country and our way of life, you will NEVER deter us. Not as long as our country has police officers such as Robert Fazio.
May God grant you family peace and comfort. Rest in peace brother as you patrol Heaven. You did your time in hell. Amen.

Detective Ron Tomassi
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office-Florida

September 21, 2006

a hero lives forever.....

September 12, 2006

To the victims and survivors of Sept. 11, God Bless You. God Bless America, and every child in the world. To Robert Fazio 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

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!

Pasadena Police Department
Fellow Officer

September 10, 2006