Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My sincere condolences to the family of Sgt. O’Grady. He served our country with honor in the USMC and the police. I never met Sgt. O’Grady but I know his son Eddie, who is now a retired Naval officer. As a retired cop from South Florida, the weight of a fallen brother/sister, we all carry.

Eduardo “Eddie” Busquet, Capt. ret.
North Miami Beach Police Dept.

December 10, 2022

Officer O’Grady, may God bless you, and may you Rest In Peace. Thank you for making the supreme sacrifice. We will ALWAYS be grateful for you protecting the citizens of Rockland County.

Thomas Boyne
Rockland County, NY

September 19, 2022

Rest in peace Sergeant O'Grady.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 14, 2022

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain Bernard Flint
Department of Defense Police Division

May 2, 2022

I met your son tonight at an event for a mutual friend. Sir, you would be proud of the man he’s become. I was honored to get to be with him for our short time.

K9 Deputy W.F. Cross
Halifax Sheriff’s Office

March 27, 2022

Unbelievable that your killer is out on parole!!! I just watched a show and they interviewed some of your friends. Sir you are an American Hero. May you and your colleagues rest easy from here on out. Prayers and blessings to your family and friends.

Heather
None

November 29, 2020

Rest In Peace

Nick mottola
None

October 20, 2020

Never forgotten by your law enforcement brethren. Rest in peace always.

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

October 20, 2020

Went to a couple of calls with him and we were both Vietnam Veterans. I passed the UHaul which contained the killers but the alarm for what vehicle they were in wasn't broadcast yet. It could have been me. Ed was a top notch officer and father of 3 children. I am sure he is in a much better place,

Gerald Fleming

July 13, 2020

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you Hero and your family for your sacrifice and service.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

April 15, 2019

Rest in peace my brother. You and your partner are true heroes. May God continue to bless your loving family always.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)

October 20, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. You are not forgotten.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

February 18, 2018

I just read a well-written and manipulative New York Times article about one of your killers being denied paroled. I wrote a comment to the article, and I am glad I did because most of the comments were from readers who were persuaded by the flowery words and slanted portrayal about the killer to relate and connect to her.

This is the comment I posted. "Why did this beautifully written article, designed to tug at hearts and make a killer a victim, leave out the names of the true victims? Behind the badges they wore, these victims were husbands, fathers, sons, brothers, uncles and friends. Since your article didn't think their names were news worthy, I will add them here. Brinks guard Peter Paige was killed and his fellow guard Joseph Trombino was seriously injured. Two Nyack police officers, Waverly Brown and Edward O'Grady, were murdered. Posted by mom of murdered California officer.

You and the other victims are the only heroes in this story. My heart aches for your family for I understand that both the pain and pride are forever.

I try to post as many reflections as I can and I was glad to see that years ago I had posted one for you. I continue to honor your life and your sacrifice. My son was your brother in green as well as blue so I also thank you for your service in the Corps and bid you Semper Fi.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

May 24, 2017

Proud to send my No Parole letter today. Rest in peace brother.

Deputy Donnie Meaders
Seminole County (OK) S.O.

January 31, 2017

I knew Eddie and went on a few calls with him when I was on the Clarkstown Police Dept. I was the first CPD officer sent to the Brinks call and am alive by less than a minute. Eddie was also a combat veteran of Vietnam like myself. He was a top notch officer and I am sure top notch Marine. I am sure the Lord had mercy on him and he is in a much better place. And because of Jesus sacrifice will one day be reunited with his loved ones.

Retired Clarkstown Police officer
Co worker

January 11, 2017

Wishing Sergeant O'Grady and his family Peace. My family and I are praying for you all.

EA
NYPD

December 31, 2016

It's going to be 35 years, and I STILL remember like it was yesterday. Ed O'Grady was quick with a joke, quicker with a smile, and a good man. Semper Fi, Sergeant!

Arnold, Daniel
friend - Alpine, NJ

June 12, 2016

I said a little prayer today for Sergeant O'Grady and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

October 13, 2015

Sarge, your killers seek freedom, as god stands beside me we will NEVER let them walk free, god bless you and officer Waverely Brown Justice will be paid when your killers die where they belong, not on the streets but in prison.

Friend
Fire department

February 19, 2014

Ed, your smile is unmistakable. I remember you well from when we were stationed at Force Troops, Camp Lejeune in 1969-70. We lived in the same barracks at Mainside. Your overriding ambition was to be a NYC police officer. I'm sorry that human scum turned out to be your undoing. Thank you for your service, both in the Corps and as a law enforcement officer. You paid the ultimate sacrifice helping tro keep the garbage off our streets.

May you rest in peace in the bosom of the Lord.

John A. Daum, Omaha, Neb.
Marine veteran comrade

February 17, 2014

Hero's may fall but are never forgotten. RIP Sir.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

January 30, 2012

R.I.P. Hero

PO MRP
NYPD

October 20, 2011

My prayers are with the surving family members, especially the children of SGT O'Grady. As a VietNam era veteran myself may you rest in peace.
May the Lord Bless you and keep you, and cause His face to shine upon you. In Jesus name....Amen

Chaplain Buchanan
Florida Department of Juvenile Justice

July 8, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th 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.

Though your sacrifice was made years ago, your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

October 20, 2009

Though I never knew him, he was part of my Law Enforcement family and I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. My heart aches with all the losses we have suffered, and continue to suffer, through the years. God is our only peace in such incidents & our only real comfort comes from Him. May His strength, comfort & peace continue to be the sustaining force in the lives of all who knew this beloved officer; and may it somehow help to know he is not forgotten, and his killers had been relentlessly persued in his honor.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD

September 9, 2009