Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your tour of duty is over. Now the rest of us will carry on to serve proudly in your name, Robert Ambrose. Watch over us, and keep us safe till we all meet again.

Investigator Gloria Coppola
New York State Police

A good guy who will surely be missed. My prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace.

TPR T.J. HENDRICKSON
New York State Police

Bob,

I find myself reflecting on our conversation earlier that day, when I tried to convince you to place 23" rims on your truck, and your response was " That would make me a Rapper". I can't help thinking of our last conversation some 40 minutes before your accident, when you were leaving the station on your way to handling that accident. You said that since those people involved in the accident don't know how to drive you were going to write those at fault a ticket. I clearly remember what I said to you..... "Bob, you're my hero"! I truly mean that!

Although, I never had the pleasure of hanging out with you outside of the job, I will never know, how great of a person and friend you really were. I enjoyed every opportunity I had to be in your company! I will never forget you, nor you family!

Hey, anyone who can win over Tony in such a short time, is truly a special person!

Rest my brother.... Your tour of duty is over!!!

Your FRIEND

Keith

Trooper
NYSP

Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called sons of God"
Matthew 5:9

Rest in Peace Brother We have the Watch....

Det. K. Ralls
East Point P.D., Ga

A POLICE OFFICER'S CHRISTMAS

'Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the streets,
Not a person was stirring, 'cept an officer on the beat.
As he quietly patrolled the town with great care,
children and parents slept peacefully there.

The officer was clad in his blues and his vest,
gun on his hip, always looking his best.
He'd just pulled aside for a quick bite to eat,
When all of a sudden, out on the street,

A bright light appeared from out of nowhere,
He shielded his eyes from the brilliant glare.
'Twas an angel of the Lord at the squad's rear,
He smiled and spoke, "Dear Officer, don't fear."

"I've been sent by God with a message for you
who faithfully serve while wearing the blue.
He wants you to know He loves you all,
He's pleased with the way you've answered His call.

"To protect and serve others, so selfless you've been,
Your bravery and kindness have known no end.
Even in tragedy, when nights became long,
You've helped countless strangers by being strong.

"God sees your heart, the joy and the pain,
He knows the profession can often bring strain.
So he sent me here to let you know,
That as you patrol, He goes where you go.

"As you protect others, your Father protects you,
His angels go with you, His Spirit does, too.
No bullet too fast, no bad guy too strong,
I'm sent to make sure that your life will be long.

"So fear not the night, and fear not the day,
fear not the threats that might come your way.
I'm sent to accompany you on your beat,
There's not one moment you're alone on the street."

The officer sat stunned by the love of His God,
He bowed his head, with a tear gave a nod.
As the officer said thank you, the angel took flight,
"God's got your back, carry on, and goodnight."


God Bless You , Rest in Peace...

JCT
citizen in NY

I first met Bob while he was in the Academy, he was a recruit that I had taught Accident Investigation. Since then I have worked with him on many occasions, collision investigations, and vehicle searches. The lasting impression that I will have of him is that I never saw him angry or upset to be at work. He would always greet you with his huge smile, and a laugh that would fill a room. Bob will truly be missed by all.

Trooper Harold M Edwards & K-9 Bernie
NYSP - New Rochelle

My heart is crying today,
My heart aches for NYS "198"
One more trooper up in heaven; he is safe now
Smile Parents, brother and sister
He no longer hurts.
God Bless. My prayers go out to the family and friends.
P.S. I have a trooper brother in Saratoga Springs.

Carmen M. Velasquez

I am proud to have served with Tpr Ambrose. I know that although he has been lost to us he will never be forgotten. My prayers go out to his family - may God bless them and give them strength.

TPR AJ Drake
NYSP

I would like to send my condolences to Trooper Robert Ambrose family,friends and to the New York State Police.


Robert Wigton # 9516
Patrolman
San Antonio Park Police

patrolmam robert wigton
san antonio park police

My thought and prayers are with the family, friends and brothers in blue of Trooper Ambrose. Know that he is now keeping watch from above.

Lori Brown
Aunt of Deputy Renee Azure EOW 8/06/02

You will be missed.

Anonymous

Although I did not know Tpr Ambrose personally, I do know that he left our agency a better place in his short time with us. My deepest sympathy to your family, and may they know that we will always be there for them. Rest in peace, along with our other fallen brothers, in particular my classmate and friend Joey Aversa, and Mike Kelly.

Investigator WT Nuzzo
NYSP-F

After months of showing my supervisors the dangers of a rear end collision with a crown vic another brother in blue loses his life. My car was repaired by recall just last week for the gas tank problem. My heart goes out to the family of Trooper Ambrose and the NY State Police. Stay safe... and never give up hope.

Anonymous

May God take care of you my brother in blue.

U.K Police

My family and I wish to offer any help we can give in this time of loss. On 08-05-02 I was knocked unconcious in a rear end collision. My 1998 Ford Crown Victoria burst into flames and 6 people were able to pull me free. I wish that the angel that was with me that day could have been there for my brother in gray. You will never be forgotten in my heart.

Tpr George N Rought
NYSP Olean

tpr george n rought
new york state police

I'm so sorry to hear of such a traggic accident but even the routine calls are the most dangerous. To all the officers of the New York State Police, Family, and Friends may God Bless you in your time of need.

Patrol Officer Christopher J. Rohner
Hebron Police Department: Hebron, Ohio

". . . And when we lay down our night sticks, enroll us in your Heavenly Force, where we will be as proud to guard the throne of God as we have been to guard the city of men." Bob, you will be forever in my thoughts. Keep watch over us and your family especially during this Holiday season.

Trooper Kevin McMahon
New York State Police

My thoughts and prayers go to the family of trooper Ambrose.
There is a speacial place in heaven for people like him who protect us all.
God Bless

Paul Ortiz
NYPD

TO THE FAMILY OF TROOPER AMBROSE:
My prays are with you. GOD BLESS YOU.

joey Carsen
citizen

My condolence to the family and friends of Trooper Robert Ambrose. He will always be remembered in my prayers.

Inv. LPChambers retired
NYSP

A true gentle giant. Your smile and voice etched in my head forever.

TPR. D.S. FULTON
NYSP

BOBBY - MAY YOU REST IN PEACE , MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE AMBROSE FAMILY. YOU ARE, AND WILL ALWAYS BE A TRUE HERO. 178TH.

INVESTIGATOR
NYSP

My heart goes out to the family of Tpr.Robert Ambrose, my deepest condolences for his family. I'm glad to say that I knew you and got a chance to work with you at SWF Airport after 9/11. You will be missed and you will never be forgotten.

Trooper Justin k.Roerden
NYSP-MIDDLETOWN

May you rest in peace and GOD bless your family.

TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

Trooper Robert Ambrose, You made the SUPREME SACRIFICE doing what you loved and God called you to. Our prayer's go out to your family members and co-workers. To the men and women of the New York State Police, Keep the Faith and know that we will be with Trooper Robert Ambrose again one day at GOD'S ROLL CALL.

Patrolman Jimmy Busch
Shelby County Sheriff's Office