Abington Township Police Department, Pennsylvania
End of Watch Wednesday, June 29, 1949
Reflections for Police Officer Thomas J. Mathews
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Dad,
Yet another year has passed, your family still mourns your loss after 73 years. Rest in peace dad.
Michael, Donna and the entire Mathews Family
Michael P Mathews
Son
Michael Mathews
Son
September 9, 2022
Dad,
Yet another year has passed, your family still mourns your loss after 73 years. Rest in peace dad.
Michael, Donna and the entire Mathews Family
Michael P Mathews
Son
Michael Mathews
Son
July 5, 2022
Dad,
Yet another year has passed, your family still mourns your loss after 73 years. Rest in peace dad.
Michael, Donna and the entire Mathews Family
Michael P Mathews
Son
Michael Mathews
Son
June 29, 2022
Dad,
It's 72 years today that you left us but you will never be forgotten.
"Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called the Children of God" Matthew 5
Michael, Donna and the entire Mathews Family
Michael P Mathews
Son
July 5, 2021
Dad,
It's 72 years today that you left us but you will never be forgotten.
"Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called the Children of God" Matthew 5
Michael, Donna and the entire Mathews Family
Michael Mathews
Son
June 29, 2021
Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
June 29, 2020
Dad,
You are greatly missed every day but I feel your hand on my shoulder as I navigate life. Your family remembers you and the sacrifice you made for others. I came across a Raymond Chandler quote and thought it fitting to add it to our reflection this year.
Our love and prayers,
Michael, Donna and Family
"Down these mean streets a man must go who is not himself mean, who is neither tarnished nor afraid... He is the hero, he is everything. He must be a complete man and a common man and yet an unusual man. He must be, to use a rather weathered phrase, a man of honor, by instinct, by inevitability, without thought of it, and certainly without saying it. He must be the best man in his world and a good enough man for any world."
Michael Mathews
Son
June 29, 2020
I found information on your Dad in my grandmothers papers. My Uncle, her brother, Herb Mooney, worked with your dad. She told me that Herb found your dad after he had been shot.
I just want you to know that there are people out there who still honor your Dad.
I have followed in my uncles foot steps and joined the police force here in GA.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Debbi Krisher
Debbi Krisher, Officer
Conyers PD
July 30, 2019
Dad,
It is 70 years today since we lost you.. You and your sacrifice will never be forgotten, I think of you daily..
Michael P. Mathews and Family
Son
June 29, 2019
Michael P Mathews
Son
June 29, 2019
Dad,
I remember you daily although I was too young when you were murdered to have any memories of you. Your hand has been on my shoulder every day, guiding and protecting me.
Michael P. Mathews and Family
Son
June 29, 2018
Michael P Mathews
Son
June 29, 2018
Dad,
You are always in our thoughts and prayers. You and the sacrifice that you made will never be forgotten. We know that you are always watching out for us.
Michael P. Mathews and Family
Son
June 29, 2017
"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
October 4, 2016
Dad,
Yet another year has passed since you were taken from us. You will never be forgotten. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I know that you are watching down on all of us and are my Guardian Angel.
Michael
Michael Mathews and Family
Son
July 1, 2016
Dad,
Yet another year has passed since you were taken from us. You will never be forgotten. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I know that you are watching down on all of us and are my Guardian Angel.
Michael
Michael Mathews and Family
Son
June 29, 2016
Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless
Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas
July 4, 2015
Dad,
Your family remembers you always and wishes that you had been here to meet your grandchildren and great grandchildren. You are in all of our prayers and know that you protect us daily.
Michael
Michael Mathews and Family
Son
June 29, 2015
Thomas,
Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Your an inspiration to all of us. RIP
All Officers
Abington Police Department
June 29, 2014
Dad,
You are always with us and forever in our memory and prayers. You have been my role model throughout my entire life.
Michael and Family
Michael Mathews
Son
June 29, 2014
Dad,
You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael and Family
Michael Mathews
Son
June 29, 2013
Your memory will never be forgotten
Detective Thomas J Matthews
City of Poughkeepsie Police Department
May 31, 2013
Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.
Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO
January 7, 2013
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 63rd 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace
I pray for the solace of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Thanks to your family for sharing their devotion to you through their reflections.
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
December 12, 2012
Dad,
We all miss you and are forever in our prayers.
Michael and your family
Son
June 29, 2012
Dad,
We all miss having had the opportunity to know you but you are with us always. We will never forget you or the sacrifice you made to protect your fellow man. We know that you are watching over us every day.
Resquiscat in Pace
Michael and your Family
Michael P. Mathews
Son
June 29, 2011
Dad,
Although it's been 61 years since we lost you, you are still loved and missed by all of us.
Thank you for guiding your letters to us, I am able to read a few each day and am getting to know you through your letters.
All our love,
Michael and your family
Michael Mathews
Son
June 29, 2010
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