Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

it saddens me i didn't hear about this tragedy sooner because most if not all of the relatives that might know more about the brave man you were have passed as well.
Rest in Peace Great-grandfather
#not forgotten

Kevin Walsh
Great grandson

February 5, 2024

Still in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace, Great Grandfather.

Mary Anne Herrick
Great Granddaughter

February 28, 2021

No passage of time can ever erase your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

February 4, 2021

A Hero now in Heaven, always remembered and never forgotten.

Kim Weigand Mom of Sgt. Mike Weigand
PA C.O.P.S.

February 4, 2015

IN HONORE CASORUM
The promise... Always honored, never forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

February 4, 2015

You are not forgotten on the 104th anniversary of your death. Hopefully you have peace & comfort with your children in Heaven. God bless and thank you for your heroism.

Mary Anne Herrick
Great Grandaughter

February 18, 2014

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 102nd 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect and 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

February 4, 2012

Recently found out that my great grandfather was listed on the wall. If anyone has a pciture please post it as the relatives have none. An honor to be related to him. A tragic loss for his family.

Katherine Molonely
great grandaughter

January 17, 2012

If only my Great Great Grandfather could see how big his family has become and so proud of him we all are.

Katelyn Walsh
Great Great Granddaughter

January 16, 2012

I recently found out that Officer O'Brien is my 2nd great uncle and died while on duty. From the brief information I have he was a very heroic individual and I am glad that I am related to him.

Of interest, I note that his great grand-daughter has also found this site, Mary Ann Herrick. Mary Ann feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]. I am working on family tree and I am thinking we can help each other out.

Veronica O'Brien
Great Grand Niece

July 31, 2011

It is hard to believe 100 years have gone by. My husband John did a rubbing of our great grandfather's name at the memorial wall in Washington D.C. on the 100th anniversary of his death. God bless and rest in peace.
Also, thank you to all of the people who wrote such kind reflections.

Mary Anne Herrick

Mary Anne Herrick
Great grandaughter

March 1, 2010

Thank you for your bravery, duty and ultimate sacrifice. 100 years after your tragic death you are NOT forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero!

Sergeant, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD

February 4, 2010

Your service & dedication to my hometown will never be forgotton. THANK YOU!

Laura
Philadelphia, PA

September 24, 2008

May you always rest in peace and know that you will never be forgotten.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

February 4, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

January 30, 2008

I am so proud to say that this brave man was my greatgrandfather. I only wish there was a picture or more information for our family.

Shannon Walsh-Ahlemeir

November 13, 2007

Officer O'Brien, you are not forgotten Thank you for your courage and dedication in protecting the people of Philadelphia God Bless you as you continue to sleep in God's Love and Peace.
Respectfully,
Kathi H Phila Pa wife and mom of LEO'S

January 6, 2007

Our family recently found out that our great grandfather died in a fire. Our grandmother was only 6 at the time and she only knew he died in the line of duty. If anyone has any information we would appreciate it.
God Bless James O'Brien

Mary Anne Herrick

Mary Anne Herrick

March 24, 2006

His death greatly affected his family. God bless him. If anyone has a picture of my greatgrandfather on duty, I'd appreciate it as we have none. Or if you have an idea as to how I could find out more information, please contact me. Thanks.

Susan Maroulis

February 12, 2006

nobody on here should be without a reflection... thanx for your heroic actions Mr O'Brien.

Pankil

January 2, 2006