Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We are filled with sorrow at learning of the death of Officer Aldo Rossi. My you and his family find peace and strength at this very difficult time.

Lieutenant James Bond
Albemarle County Police Department, Virginia

August 6, 2008

God speed Brother... We commend and honor your sacrafice!!!

#101
EPPD MN

August 6, 2008

I had the Pleasure of going to the Otsego County Police Academy with Aldo in 2005 where we became friends and Co-workers where we were both sponsored by the Deposit Police Department. Aldo was a good friend, he had a kind and generous heart and always looked out for his fellow police officers. he was a great person and a great Cop he will always be with us in our hearts. miss you Big Al.
Bowie.

Corporal Derek O. Bowie
Deposit Police Department, Friend

August 5, 2008

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
that wasn't mine to keep
though I worked a lot of overtime
when the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
among the people here.
They never wanted me around
except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
for the judgment of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
you’ve born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
you’ve done your time in hell"

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

August 5, 2008

God always picks the best to be at his side.

Patrol Officer
James City County Police Department

August 5, 2008

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Rossi and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Rossi, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Rossi is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family, and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

Special Agent
FBI New York

August 4, 2008

My prayers go out to Mrs. Rossi and the family of Officer Rossi. May God be with you and guide you all through these trying times. God bless you.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

Anonymous

August 4, 2008

Sending my thoughts and prayers to you all. Another Hero taken too soon. God Bless you.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

August 4, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother. Thank you for your service.

Detective Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

August 4, 2008

God bless you and your family. RIP brother, we will continue the watch...

Patrolman
Trumansburg PD (NY)

August 4, 2008

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

August 3, 2008

Aldo you will be missed by the many friends that you made here in Deposit. may you rest in peacel. you wiull never be forgoten. good buy friend, good bye brother

Anthony Lang
resident of Deposit

August 3, 2008

Rest in peace brother, your sacrifice will never be forgotten........

Detective Edward Carlile #814
Northfield PD (OH)

August 3, 2008

Thank you for being there to protect and serve. May you look down and guide us and keep us safe. God Bless.

Anonymous

August 3, 2008

Rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

August 2, 2008

My sympathies and prayers to Officer Rossi's family, friends and colleagues. May he rest in peace.

Ofc. Christopher Wood
Town of Manlius (NY) Police Department

August 2, 2008

RIP. You are not forgotten.

SPA Mederos
US Border Patrol

August 2, 2008

Rest in peace Officer Rossi, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your service.

Shelly
Citizen

August 2, 2008

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO OFFICER ROSSI'S FAMILY AND THE PORT DICKINSON P.D. DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

GOD BLESS YOU, BROTHER IN BLUE.

DEPUTY RUTILO QUEZADA
SMITH COUNTY SHERIFF - TYLER, TX

August 2, 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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

August 1, 2008

RIP Brother My thoughts are with you and your family

Officer Race #319
UMPD College Park,MD

August 1, 2008

My sincere condolences to family, friends and Port Dickinson PD. Aldo was a great brother, loved by all. My prayers are with you.

Tony LaBarca
Otsego County Law Enforcement Academy - Class of 2005

August 1, 2008

You will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends, and the Port Dickinson PD. Rest in Peace

Officer Nathan Leonard
NYS University Police @ Oneonta

August 1, 2008

You will truly be missed, by the community you served as well as by your brothers and sisters in Law Enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the Port Dickinson PD. You will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace.

Officer Nathan Leonard
NYS University

August 1, 2008

Ofc. Rossi,
Thank you for giving the ultimate sacrifice. Your loss will not be forgotten. 10-42 eternally.

Sergeant Joshua MacDonald
Kwajalein Police Department

July 31, 2008