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Patrolman William F. Messenger

Chicago Police Department, Illinois

End of Watch Thursday, April 25, 1901

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Reflections for Patrolman William F. Messenger

Rest in peace Patrolman Messenger.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 24, 2019

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

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

April 25, 2018

Officer Messenger's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 4-2-18 to remember and honor him.

Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)

April 2, 2018

Rest in Peace, Patrolman Messanger. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 30, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today as we approach the 111th anniversary 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 the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer. He was shot twice when ambushed on April 23rd when he was on a foot pursuit of two bank robbers. Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

April 25, 2012

It has been 110 years since you made the ultimate sacrifice but please know that the CPD will not allow it to be forgoten. Thank you for your service.

Detective Thomas Downes
Chicago

April 27, 2011

We recently lost another police officer here in the city. It reminds me of how dangerous our job is and how we should enjoy the time we have here on earth. God Bless all who have fallen.

P.O. Nykiel
Chicago Police Dept.

February 16, 2006

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