Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Officer

Carson loveless

February 6, 2024

January 22, 1971 I remember that day well. It was the last day I would ever work with a great friend and a great cop.

We did a day tour in our sector in the "Bucket of Blood" 75 Precinct His locker was 10 feet away from mine and as we changed out of uniform he asked me if I wanted to stop for a beer but I had plans with my wife.

That was the last time I saw Bobby alive. Rest in peace my brother.

Police Officer Jack Fitzgerald Retired.
NYPD

February 3, 2022

Patrolman Bolden,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USN. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 22, 2021

Your heroic and selfless actions are beyond the definition of duty before self. Rest in peace knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

August 10, 2020

Officer Robert Bolden will never ever be forgotten. RIP sir.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired
New York State Police - Troop "D" Oneida

May 19, 2020

RIP Officer Bolden. My wish for you is for your killers to be captured and brought to justice, almost fity years later. I was in Vietnam when you were brutally murdered.

SFC William L Farrell
US Army Military Police, Ret

July 25, 2019

A salute to you my brother. You are a hero amongst us and N.Y.C. should never forget your sacrifice. May you continue to watch over your family and us.

N.Y.P.D. Lt. Ray Flores (Ret.)

January 22, 2017

I worked with Ptl. Bolden in the 75 for about a year in the late 60's. He was a real gentleman and always ready to help.

I pray his killer will be brought to justice.

Rest in Peace Patrolman Bolden

Steve

Steve Schiffman
DHS-ICE Retired- Former NYPD 75 PCT

September 7, 2016

It was my honor to research newspapers, books and magazines and finally find your Photo and make sure your photo was put on this site. I wanted to put a face to your heroism in the Line of Duty. I did the research because you are a brother officer and no matter how many years past, you will always be remembered. Rest Easy Hero.

APO Christian Durante
NYPD: 68th Precinct Auxiliary Police Unit

February 5, 2016

The Lord's Prayer
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever.

Amen.

You will forever live inside of my heart and will forever be within my thoughts.

Detective John Bolden
NYPD/ Grandson

December 28, 2014

I never met my great uncle but his heroism is a source of pride in the Bolden family. I am truly thankful for the kinds words left by those who knew him, and those who didn't and just wanted to leave a kind thought.

Dispatcher, Brandon Bolden
Great Nephew

November 2, 2013

42 years-not forgotten.

RIP Bobby

TPF/SCU
NYPD

January 22, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 41rst anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never dimishes respect and you will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. .

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 22, 2012

Patrolman Bolden,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served in the USN. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Anonymous
USBP

January 22, 2011

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

Robyn Wilkes

January 19, 2009

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

January 16, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 20, 2007

I remember officer Bolden. I attended P.S. 345 during the 60's and 70's. He was the nicest officer. I still remember the school song in his honor. After all these years I still remember officer Bolden. He brought a smile to every students face every day.

Sheila Jones
A former P.S. 345 Student

October 13, 2007

Thank you for your bravery, dedication and sacrifice. May your family take comfort in the fact that you will FOREVER be a hero and NEVER be forgotten. I guess God needed another LEO in heaven, so until one day we meet, keep walking your beat on the Golden Street looking over the rest of the thin blue line. I PRAY THAT SOMEONE WILL HAVE THE COURAGE TO COME FORWARD AND IDENTIFY THE PERSON WHO MURDERED OFFICER BOLDEN !! OVER 36 YEARS HAVE PASSED AND CLOSURE FOR THE FAMILY & PUNISHMENT FOR THE PERP IS WAY OVERDUE !!! May God Bless your family, friends and colleagues.

DET SGT, Retired
AR

August 19, 2007

This Homicide investigation is open. Anyone with information can contact BNHTF or any FBI agent at NYNJHIDTA
— Peter Sloan

None
None

July 15, 2007

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…

Corporal Gregory A. Cohn
Florida Highway Patrol - St. Augustine

March 12, 2006

Officer Bolden rest in peace I met your sister in I think it was South Carolina by chance in Nov 2005. You are and will always be rememberred
Thank you I got ouyr back

P.O. Jack DeHeer
Duty Disabled Chgo Police

November 30, 2005

A true hero never dies. Officer Bolden gave his life trying to protect the innocent people while he wasn't even on duty. How many officers wear their vests off duty, anyway? Thank you Officer Bolden for your commmitment to making this world a safer place. You'll never be forgotten.....Rest in peace.......

Anonymous

November 8, 2003

WERE YOUR VESTS