Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Senior Investigator John L. Carey

New York State Police, New York

End of Watch Thursday, October 24, 2024

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Reflections for Senior Investigator John L. Carey

Investigator Carey, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jesus Espinosa
Civilian

January 12, 2025

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret)
Nassau County Police Department, New York.

January 9, 2025

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

January 9, 2025

Rest in peace John Carey. You showed true bravery in the face of the unknown and demonstrated valor. You will not be forgotten and your courageous service towards this country is inspiring.

Civilian J C
N/A

January 8, 2025

Rest in peace brother.

Capt. Moise Bonheur (retired)
MTA Bridges and Tunnels

January 8, 2025

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain (Ret.) Bernard Flint
Department of Defense / Police Division

January 8, 2025

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

January 8, 2025

Thank you for your service Investigator John L. Carey !!!!!

Sergeant David Dufault (Ret)
Hartford Police Dept

January 7, 2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Federal Air Marshal Service

January 7, 2025

Rest in peace John Carey, you are a true hero. Thank you for your dedicated service for 32 years. God bless you and all that know an love you

Mary Riddle. Former Parole Officer
Ohio Adult Parole Authority

January 7, 2025

Rest in peace, hero. God sends us great men in times of great need. You were one of those men.

Patricia Harrison

January 7, 2025

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

January 7, 2025

Rest in peace brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

January 7, 2025

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Investigator Carey.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

January 7, 2025

God bless you John Carey. Thank you for protecting your community and defending us from evil for 32 years! I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your wife, children, and grandchildren.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

January 7, 2025

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

January 7, 2025

My deepest condolences to the entire Carey family. May John's soul rest in peace.

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

January 6, 2025

Investigator Carey, you are a Hero in so many ways. May our God bless you and keep you,

J. Ezell, Major Indiana State Police Retd.

January 6, 2025

Rest in Peace Investigator Carey. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department

January 6, 2025

Senior Investigator John L. Carey, my deepest condolences to your family as they grieve your loss. I am so sorry you suffered from this horrible illness all these years. May God watch over all those you loved here on earth. I thank you for your brave service to all of us. Rest In Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Leesburg. FL

January 6, 2025

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

January 6, 2025

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

January 5, 2025

Mr. John Carey, thank you so much for the sacrifices you made alongside so many others on September 11th. While others ran away from danger you ran towards it which is admirable in itself. Your service to the state of New York will never be forgotten.

River Brazwell
Civilian

January 5, 2025

RIP Senior Investigator Carey. Thank you for your service to the state of New York

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

January 3, 2025

Thank you for your service.

Jayden Navarro
LASD

January 2, 2025

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