Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I remember that day as if it were yesterday, although I was RDO, the thought of this tragedy brought to light the vulnerable state our brothers and sisters are put to the task every day. You are a hero my brother. Watch over us as I know you will. May God bless you and your proud family. Until we meet in a better place.

N.Y.PD. Lt. Ray Flores
Retired

August 13, 2016

I will remember that day forever. I lived next door to Chris and his family. I remember seeing the unmarked car pull up in front of the Hoban's house and my heart just sank.
I knew there and then that Chris had been, at best badly wounded.
It's a small world, one of my wife's friends was working in the ER that night and took care of Chris.
Sad, sad day.

Michael Tobin
Neighbor

December 29, 2015

That was the worst Day of my life until the world Trade was attacked and We LOST so many more People at the HANDS of Terrorist....... I was working in the Streets at the 34 Precinct assigned to Squad 4 .....Sergeant Coyle's Squad...... We heard the News of an Under cover Last Name of HOBAN was shot in His HEAD and it did not look good for HIM.It upsets YOU to YOUR CORE when you hear bad News as This.. right in your HEART . Yet 3 Hours later WE LOST MIKE from the 34 pct where I was assigned... It was turmoil in NEW YORK CITY.... The Hoban and BUCZEK Family are always in my memories as OUR BEST Family in New York.. and New Jersey ... Sharing the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church for ONE FUNERAL Together..... The HOBANS and the BUCZEK"S GOOD GRANT THEM BOTH IN GOD"S KINGDOM........ They will never be forgotten both these Names and are RESPECTED forever in my Heart....I was on a Cruise Ship and Saw a Man wearing the HOBAN shirt and the Man told me Mrs. Hoban had passed... That Hurt Me as I hurt for both Mr. and Mrs Hoban as I will never forget their Loss.....The Man stated there is a RUN in His name every OCTOBER in Bay Ridge Brooklyn.....

Sergeant Gerard Hinton ret 23, 34, 75
NEW YORK POLICE DEPARTMENT

October 22, 2015

Mugsy it’s now 27 years brother…
None of us have ever forgotten you, or your dedication to Man No Narc and to the NYPD. I hope you and your family are at Peace. Please give Carno our love, hope to see you all someday…

Retired NYPD Detective
New York City Police Department

October 18, 2015

Rest in peace Chris.

Police Officer (retired)
NYPD

October 18, 2015

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

Robyn Wilkes

October 13, 2015

My father worked in the 88 with Chris "hulk" Hoban. RIP brother.

James Gallagher

September 14, 2015

Chris you were a graduate of Xaverian High School who still greatly misses you and remembers you everyday. The large memorial inside the school dedicated to you with your hat and gloves as well as your yearbook photo and plaque is truly amazing, thanks for your sacrifice.

Patrick O'Sullivan
fellow high school student

March 27, 2015

Officer Hoban, thank you for being a hero. I am sorry you were taken from your family so young and under such circumstances. I read your story in "Brave Hearts" and wanted to visit you here. Rest in peace.

Joy
Civilian

June 30, 2014

God Bless you Mugsy, 25 years ago tonight, we will never forget you and your dedication...

Retired NYPD Detective

October 18, 2013

Read about you, did not know you, you are a hero.
You were the same age as my son is now. I
cannot imagine your family's grief to such a terrible
tragedy. You were and always be NYPD's finest.
Forever young, Christopher. Rest in Peace. I read
about you today in the NYC Daily News on the 25th
anniversary of your death. Too soon, too soon.

Ilene Alchus
Allied Electronics

October 18, 2013

GOD BLESS Chris and the Hoban family. Worked in the 88 Pct with Chris before narcotics. He was a great guy never a foul word out of his mouth. Remember trips to Atlantic city and riding in the car with him a real professional and a great person. Once we were all in Atlantic City and loaded on the bus to come home and short one we could not leave. Guys were angry waiting for the last passenger. Up walked Chris with a big smile eating a hot dog or hamburger and all the guys could do was smile and laugh because everyone loved Chris and could not be angry. we were all a family back then. Oh how I wish sometimes we could turn back the hands of time. Until we meet again Chris.

Ret Det Cedric Wilkinson
NYPD

October 18, 2013

I knew Chris and Michael Buzchek who was murdered the same night an hour and a half apart. Very bad night for us in NYPD.

RETIRED SERGEANT Richard Moschetti
NYPD/FDOC

May 21, 2012

I had just moved to Brooklyn from a small town in western New York. I was living in an apartment on the third floor at the corner of 61st and 5th ave in the Bayridge section of Brooklyn. On a saturday morning I was awaken by the sound of bagpipes. I thought for sure that I was dreaming. But the sound didn't go away. I got up and looked out the window and all I could see up and down the avenue were police officers standing at attention. The line of officers was miles long.
Being from a small town I can't recall ever hearing bagpipes in person and could not have imagined that number of police officers gathered in one place. I went to the corner store to get a paper and find out what was going on. I learned that officers from town and cities far away had come to pay their respects.
There is a charity golf tournament in chris' name that I have played in many times, and am happy to contribute towards an event under his name.

no rank gary stefano

December 19, 2011

I worked with Chris in the 88 PCT. PO Buczek and I were in the sameacademy class in 1985. I was working the night that both officers were shot. A night I will never forget. Rest in peace gentlemen, you will always be remembered.

Tpr Jose Matos (Retired NYPD)
Florida Highway Patrol

December 5, 2011

Not an anniversary that goes by without me thinking of PO Hoban and PO Buczek both killed in the same night. Your never forgotten.

Lt. Big Daddy
FDNY

October 19, 2011

We never forget you, Mugsy...
We get older, and you remain 26 years old...

Not one day goes by.........

Retired NYPD Detective
New York City Police Department

October 18, 2011

“You can checkout anytime you like,
but you can n e v e r leave“…

Twenty one years ago today, Mugsy..
So much has changed, and yet so much is still the same..
There is still the same evil in the world, and Thank God, there are still brave young men like you. That teach us all, not to be afraid to fight the Evil, and to keep the others safe…


We Remember…Always

Retired NYPD Detective
New York City Police Department

October 18, 2009

20 YEARS AGO TODAY Oct. 18, 1988. Think about about you everyday. You are my HERO. Love You. God Bless. Say hello to Tina and Buddy for me in Heaven.

Great Mass yesterday at St. Elizabeths in the 34pct. for you and Mike Buczek. No one forgets, no one will ever forget your heroism and sacrifice.

UC#20882
NYPD (Ret.)

October 18, 2008

On Sunday, September 21, 2008, the 20th Annual Police Officer Christopher Hoban 5-Mile Memorial Run will take place at Xaverian High School in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn.

Prior to the start of the run, the Hoban Run Committee will present NYPD First Deputy Commissioner George A. Grasso and Chief of Department Joseph J. Esposito with a special award for their support of the Hoban Family and the run.

Rosemary McKenna
PO Chris Hoban Memorial Run Committee member

September 6, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

January 2, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service.

25 years to life isn't enough.

Van Den Berghe
NH

October 16, 2007

Chris -you are in heaven, and now Your MOM has joined you! Having met Tina a few years ago and the way she rightfully praised you as a son and P.O. you continued to shine through her. Tina was one in a million as were you!! Rest in peace. God Bless all your family.

P.O. Tom Nihill
NYPD-PBBS

July 22, 2007

Chris(aka MUGSY)you were a good friend. That tragic night of your death, I remember it like it was yesterday. I still find myself going by the location everytime I'm in the area. I speak to your mom on a regular basis. I have to tell you what a great woman. You came from good blood. Miss you.

"THE PEG"

D/SGT John Pegram aka "THE PEG"
RETIRED NYPD/ TEAM MEMBER

March 25, 2007

Chris, It seems like only yesterday that we were on the phone that awful Tuesday so many years ago, making plans to hit Peggy Oneal's for our usual nurse night. I cant believe how time moves so fast. The days we spent skiing and hanging out will forever be cherished memories. Although I only knew you for about five years, it felt like a lifelong friendship, and I am lucky to have been your friend. When we meet again my friend, the beers that we didn't get to have back then are on me, so put in a word with the big guy and hold me a seat.

Russell Smith Police Officer (Ret.)
NYPD

February 27, 2007