Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Mr. Patwell was a great man that was very involved in our local little league and St. Mary's parish. I have fond memories of his kindness and was friends with his children growing up (John & Kevin) who have become great men in their own right. Men like Mr. Patwell are one of the reasons that I pursued a career in law enforcement. Rest In Peace.

Detective/Sergeant
NYPD

August 26, 2022

Officer Patwell,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

June 15, 2020

Rest in heavenly peace on this your 40 anniversary in heaven. God bless you

Mark Mottola

June 15, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Patwell. My dad served with the 102nd precinct.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 2, 2019

Thank you all, for your kind "reflections"

Kevin Patwell
Son

January 3, 2019

It was my honor to research newspapers, magazines, online & books to find your ID CARD Photo. I found this photo Online in a article about your heroic sacrifice. I felt it was necessary to have a photo on this website so that your family & friends can remember you. Rest Easy Hero! Always Remembered!

APO Christian Durante
NYPD: 68th Precinct Auxiliary Police Unit

February 5, 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

June 15, 2015

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 32nd 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 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. Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your family and friends for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

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

June 15, 2012

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

January 13, 2010

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

Robyn Wilkes

June 12, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

August 24, 2008

There is not a day that goes by (28 years later) that I do not think of my father.
Great father and role model.
Still missed.

Kevin Patwell
Son

April 7, 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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 2, 2008

One of the finest gentlemen I have ever know. Rest in peace Jack.

Mary Ellen

retired

January 13, 2007

GOD BLESS,,,,,,

Detective jim mulligan(RETIRED)
Nypd

April 4, 2006

Officer Patwell,
As another officer wrote in a fallen officer,s reflection, "no fallen officer should have to go without a reflection." Thank you for your service to the citizens of New York City.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Senior Patrol Agent Michael F. Casey
United States Border Patrol

January 3, 2005