Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Trooper Longobardo--

Although I never got a chance to know you I have heard many stories about you and I can see how many people you have touched. I just wanted to let you and your family know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers forever and you have given me the motivation to strive even harder to become a Trooper-- I hope that one day I can serve the New York State Police half as well as you. Rest in peace and I know you will be looking down on all of us.

Explorer
New York State Police Explorer Post #73

September 14, 2006

I just wanted to say that I didn't know Joe all that well but what I did know of him was that he was a nice, fun person. At the base he was the one who set the example and demanded respect without saying a word. When quad riding he was the one who would say "yeah you can get thru there" and then laugh at you when your stuck up to your hips in mud. :P
I am glad to have gotten to know him if even for a short time.
My heart and prayers go out to Teri & Louis. And remember: "There is no death, only a change in worlds."

SSgt Darci H Novak
109th SFS member & friend

September 14, 2006

Trooper, I sincerely hope that your family knows the depth of our gratitude for your sacrifice. I have never served with you but that is irrelevant. We are brothers in a noble profession. You are a credit to all that is good and right with the world. I think of my family and worry what would become of them if I were to befall the same fate. I want your wife to know that there is a reason for all that happens in this world. I want her to feel the love and our profound sense of loss at this time. I hope our prayers ease her grief, and bring her solace. She is NOT alone in this painful time. We are not there to physically embrace her, but our spirit of caring for our law enforcement family is constant and unending. I am thankful that a man of your nature was allowed to occupy time with us if only for a brief period. Peace be with you brother.

Fellow Officer

September 14, 2006

I was baffled to see Joe's picture on the news. I remember serving with Joe in Turkey as we were both fulfilling our military duties. He served his community as a police officer and his country as a military member! You could ask for nothing less than that of a true American. Joe, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest easy, your fight is over... God speed

Officer Jake Orris
Columbia Police Dept / SC Air Nat'l Guard

September 14, 2006

Terri, thank you for allowing me the honor of carrying my friend to his final resting place. My thoughts and pryers are with you,Louis and the Murph.

I miss my friend.

Gary
Niskayuna PD/Raven 1179

September 14, 2006

You join a long list of heros.

May you rest in peace.

Special Agent
USDOJ

September 14, 2006

It matters not where or when a fellow officer is taken. As a cop on the other side of the world, with a wife and child, it hurts the heart and angers the soul. God Bless ALL COPS...and their families. My sincere condolences to a fellow officer and his family.
Kindest Regards,
Steve.

Detective Steven PARFITT
South Australia Police, Adelaide, AUSTRALIA

September 14, 2006

rest in peace brother.....may God watch over you and your family

Ptl. Casey M. Long
Ocean Twp. PD, NJ (Ocean Co.)

September 13, 2006

Trooper, Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice. After hearing your eulogy,I felt as though I knew you forever. You truly were a 5 %'er and did nothing but great things for our profession. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and fellow Troopers.

Trooper
Massachusetts State Police

September 13, 2006

A Part of America Died Today

Somebody killed a policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect
will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.
The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself gave his all,
A Part of America Died Today.

-author unknown

Rest In Peace, Brother…

Police Officer
Rochester, NY Police Dept

September 13, 2006

Joseph you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest easy my brother. I heard of your story and it reminded me of our tragic events here on May 8th of this year. You will never be forgotten and my heart grieves for your family. As Colonel Dave Grossman in his book ON Killing has said it takes men like us to be sheepdogs who protect the flock of sheep from the evil wolves that want to do them harm. You my brother are a Sheepdog. I will see you on the other side my brother.

Sergeant Paul Cleveland
Fairfax County Police Fairfax, VA

September 13, 2006

To a true hero we are all proud of you.

It was a beautiful day
A New York State Trooper in his prime
A member of the elite Mobile Response Team
The church filled to capcaity along with the grounds outside
A somber mood filled the air
A sense of sadness among us all
For today we buried a hero
Who chose to answer the call
They came from far and wide
To show their respect
As we honor NYSP shield 4566

God Bless Joe
You'll be missed

Lisa

Lisa

September 13, 2006

Brother -
Your sacrafice that day will not be a forgotten one, you showed us all just what courage was, and that we neeeded to carry on. The coward that shot you is a disgusting human being that is being brought to justice as I write to you Joe. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family you left behind, so early. Keep everything running up in heaven, keep your squad clean, sheild shining and keep your head high, you deserve to. Rest easy Brother - Semper Fi

4566 Out of Service - 10-7, thanks Joe

Trooper / Marine Corps Veteran
Minnesota State Patrol

September 13, 2006

Thanks for pulling us out of a jam... I didn't know you that well, but when I needed help, you were there. I hope you rest in peace, and my prayers are with your family.

SrA Amanda Stark
NYANG

September 13, 2006

My heart is broken as I just watched the video of your funeral. I also was honored and priveleged to attend the funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends, and everyone at the New York State Police. Rest easy knowing that the animal who took your life will never see the light of day again. Godspeed Trooper Longobardo.

Police Officer
New York State University Police

September 13, 2006

To the son of Trooper Joseph A. Longobardo-

Child, my prayers are for you tonight. Strive to be a selfless man of sacrifice and strength, like your father, and know that his death was not and is not in vain. His story is fuel inside the blood of every other Officer in this country, telling us to continue, and giving us a true and clean example as we do. May God bless and keep you and your mother; love her well as you grow up, for she will need you.

Police Officer
Central Massachusetts

September 13, 2006

I had the pleasure to serve with Joe in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1992 - 1996. He was one of the finest Marines that I've ever met. I've reflected our many great times in Okinawa and I'm so thankful that God let our paths cross. I will miss you brother.

Semper Fi,
Steve Sablan CPL USMC

Steve Sablan CPL USMC

September 12, 2006

You sir are a hero!! May God Bless you and your family and the rest of the men and women who serve with the New York State Police.

Officer Edward Michela
Bellevue Police Department, Michigan

September 12, 2006

Rest easy brother, we'll take your watch from here. Our prayers are with your family and friends.

Ptl A.C. Green
Lima Ohio Police Department

September 12, 2006

Brother, Thank You for all you have done during your career, Both Military and with the NYSP. It sickens me to see you taken away in a senseless manner. Words can not express the heartfelt pain with in. May you rest in peace, and provide comfort and guidence to you family as they work through this unfortunate loss of a great AMERICAN HERO, YOU my brother. My prayers to the Family of Tpr. Joseph Longobardo and may all your fond memories, laughs, and cheerished times help ease your pain. Rest in peace !

Stan De Long, Police Officer
Ballston Spa Vlg PD

September 12, 2006

I mad this 1 just for you.<3




He hurt us, yes, I will admit to that,
we did not see it coming, we did not know where you were at.
He hurt our spirits, the act made the news,
he caused death, destrution,
your tragic news made people sing the blues.
He made the wound, you left the love,
but wounds will heal, and the pain will halt.
we wave the flag, the people stand brave,
everyone knowing, His mistake will pay.
we can forgive, but we cannot forget,
the terror and pain that he set.
with our heads held high, and our spirits too,
we have pride with the red, white, and blue.
and now, as time goes by,
we still see the flag, waving in the sky.
and now we know we will move on.
and all that is done will be that way.
you will watch your brothers behind the badge.
and the man who did this will pay his price.
and now that you are gone your sole will go on.
Now the man behind this is Raplh Bucky Phillips,
the man is now behind bars because of your bravery,
and my prayers move on to your family,
and also to trooper Donald Baker.



4566 i will never forget you

David
A friend

September 12, 2006

To the family of Trooper Joseph A. Longobardo,
I am sorry for your loss, and I was honored to attend his funeral services.
God Bless you all, Less we forget

Deputy Matthew MacKenzie
Monroe County Sheriffs Office

September 12, 2006

Trooper Longobardo

It is with deep sadness that my family heard of your tragic passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I know you are probably looking down on us now with Craig watching over us and continuing to protect us. You are in good company. Craig, along with all those in Heaven, are lucky to have such a brave and honorable man with them. You will truely be missed.

Bob Palmer

Bob Palmer
Father in Law to Trooper Craig Todeschini

September 12, 2006

Semper Fi my Brother. Your watch continues, but at a Greater Place. Rest in Peace and may God watch over your family and the New York State Police. Pennsylvania will ALWAYS remember!!!

Tfc. Chris Callaghan
Pennsylvania State Police

September 12, 2006

My prayers go out to the friends and family of Troop[er Longobardo. Never forget your hero.

Invest. Mike Bradford (Ret)
Tallahassee Police Dept

September 12, 2006