Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer James A. Betso

New York City Police Department, New York

End of Watch Wednesday, June 17, 2015

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Reflections for Police Officer James A. Betso

Lord Jesus, as we watch our nation’s brave law enforcement officers succumb to the wicked and evil in this world, it becomes difficult for us to pick up and move forward. Our communities are on the brink of exploding with tension. In light of the law enforcement officers who are no longer with us, I pray for endurance for our communities and law enforcement agencies. Carry us through this time of strife, that through our struggles, our bonds may grow even more unbreakable. In Your mighty and holy name, I pray. Amen.
“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” [Psalm 23:4 ESV]

Chaplain Steven Robert Closs, D.Div, NCCA, M.S.B.S.
Ordained / Licensed Independent Christian Clergy
Law Enforcement Chaplaincy Services
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department

March 11, 2022

Rest in peace , brother. Thanking you for your service and sacrifice. Strength and blessings to your loving family for your great loss. All of us who were there will one day meet up with you. It will be my honor when I'm called.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)

June 17, 2021

To a longtime friend from back in the Academy and ice hockey teammate, just found out the news. RIP MY BROTHER.

Detective Jim Dillon
NYPD (Retired)

November 22, 2019

Rest in peace brother.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)

June 17, 2019

James you were one of the senior guys in the 23pct when I got there in March 1997 and you always helped out the rookies while many others looked the other way.I remember you driving sgt Kevin O'Rourke who sadly was killed in Afghanistan after retiring and you both were great cops.When men were men.Rest easy my brother.God Bless you and your family.

Detective Frank Millevoi
NYPD BRONX NARCOTICS DIVISION OCCB RETIRED

April 13, 2019

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 31, 2018

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 3rd anniversary year 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.

I pray for the solace of everyone who misses and loves James . We will never forget the sacrifice made by each of the 9/11 heroes.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

July 5, 2018

Officer Betso,
On today, the 3rd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City and our Country as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

June 17, 2018

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

November 25, 2017

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