New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, December 31, 2018
Reflections for Detective Thomas J. Lyons
My father was also Thomas J Lyons Jr born Brooklyn New York in 1914.
He lived a long life of 81 years. My grandfather Thomas Lyons Sr. was fire chief of Brooklyn New York for many years until his retirement.
His early career included a law degree, specialising in criminal law, and then working for a large insurance company investigating life insurance fraud (involving murders).
I am sorry for your loss and still angry at the perpetrators.
I used to have some friends with Arab antecedents, but was shocked that they were quietly pleased about the attacks, despite having become citizens. Needless to say, we stopped being friends and I stopped making new friends with Arab antecedents. I had been unaware of their latent hatred for non-Arabs until the post 9/11 era.
I have passed this story on to my children and grandchildren, while never stopping them from making friends with many nationalities, especially since my husband and I live now in Europe and my children were born and brought up here. Still American nationalities and my son has married an American Girl and lives near lower Manhattan in New Jersey.
Mrs. Danielle Grall
Retired financier, mother, wife and grandmother
March 27, 2024
TOMMY YOU WERE ONE OF THE NICEST GUYS I EVER WORKED WITH WHILE WORKING IN BRONX NARCOTICS YOUR IN MY PRAYERS BROTHER YOU ARE MISSED MY FRIEND
RET DET JAMES PALA
NYPD
March 25, 2024
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 10, 2022
Rest in peace Detective Lyons.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
September 18, 2021
Tommy,
For some unknown reason you flashed in my thoughts today. I remember you in BXND as a fun loving, easy going guy, who always enjoyed a cocktail or two (as did I and the rest of the team).
Rest easy my friend and know that you are not forgotten.
Eddie B. Retired Detective
NYPD
August 19, 2021
Rest in peace, brother.
Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)
December 31, 2020
Det. Lyons,
On today, the 2nd 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
December 31, 2020