Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It is an honor to reflect on this sad day in history. Lt. Petrosino, you were a gift from G-d for New Yorkers and the world. Thank you sir.

Thomas Ganci
Father of a Police Officer

March 12, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 12, 2010

To me, Capt. Petrosino is an American hero. He was determined to rid New York of the criminals who were terrorizing the Italian people. He gave his life for this effort and may God bless his soul. I very much want to see a new book written about his life and I hope a book will be forthcoming. GOD BLESS YOU, CAPT. PETROSINO!

Mrs. Angela Calabro

August 13, 2009

for the record:
Only one trial was ever held for your murder-a local crime boss whom who had arrested 1903 by you on a murder charge; the suspect was acquitted and went back to Sicily.
After your death this same suspect was tried and acquitted on the strength of a alibi; however he later claimed that he had killed you. He was arrested on a another murder charge and sentenced 1929 to prison. Suspect died in prison 1943-not in 1929

Anonymous

June 25, 2009

Lt. Joseph Petrosino is an icon to all Italian Americans. His 25 year career, will always touch the hearts of people all over the world. It shows us that one man can make the differance if he persues his dream for all mankind.
I wrote an article in April, 2004, entitled; "Joe Petrosino's Battle against Prejudice & Extortion". I was fortunate to meet Lt. Petrosino's cousin Gina,who gave me some of the data for the article, while serving in the US Navy in Naples, Italy after 9/11. I have a copy of the 1960 movie entitles; "Pay or Die", I highly recommend everyone to see it.

Senior Court Officer (Retired) S. Tannen
NY State Supreme Court

March 16, 2009

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

Robyn Wilkes

March 9, 2009

I am in awe of you Me Petrosino and proud to know that there were Italians doing everything they could and make the life's of us all better in your time and day. The stories of your strength and courage will live forever and i will be proud to be one of the Italian Americans to make sure your legend lives on. It is much more important for all to hear of your life and deeds than of any of sad stories made from the law breaking members of our nationality. I will do my best to make sure of this and ask all to do the same.

DT
FOF

February 24, 2009

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

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

March 12, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR COURAGE AND DEDICATION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT. YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE. YOUR 25 YEARS OF SERVICE AND 250,000 INDIVIDUALS ATTENDING YOUR FUNERAL SPEAKS OF HOW WELL RESPECTED AND ADMIRED YOU WERE AND STILL ARE. THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU DID, GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

March 12, 2008

A few years ago I saw "Pay or Die" on cable since that I am always on the look out for that movie.
To all Law enforcement officers.
Lt. Joseph Petrosino hasnot died HE lives in every officer who daily reports to duty to make this world a saffer place.
For me it´s an HONOR to report daily to duty as he did.
God bless him and us all always.

Inspector Derick Chester Alcala

God bless us all

Inspector Chester Alcala
Chaplain of the State of Bolivar Police Dept. Venezuela

February 29, 2008

I recently watched a documentary about Lieuntenant J Petrosino. Coming from an Italian background and having worked on Italian Organised Crime in Australia, Lieutenant Petrosino is a true aspiration.

Detective Sergeant Fab Furia
N.S.W Police Force, Australia

December 19, 2007

Rest in peace-Lt Petrosino-the main suspect died in prison in 1945

concerned citizen

November 3, 2007

In the early 1970's I had the priviledge of serving with Michael Petrosino (Joseph's grandson) in Livorno, Italy. He was a Carabineri investigator assigned to the Camp Darby Caserne. Michael was an excellent investigator and he would have made Joseph proud. We worked many several narcotic and terrorism cases together. I have many fond memories of Michael and was recently told that he retired in Lucca.

CWO George Weaver
US Army Special Agent (Retired)

October 8, 2007

Rest in peace Uncle Joe! When I was little, my father would tell us stories about you with pride in every word. After having read so much about you now, I can certainly understand why. You are a hero to us all and will never be forgotten. Thank you.

Michelle Mazzeo-Williams
Great Niece

September 29, 2007

L.T., the shame of it is, instead of making a movie about you, they make them about Capone, Corleone, and Soprano. What a waste.

Joe, as you have known for 98 years, Jesus Loves You, so do we.

John: 3: 16





Only Bosco knows the pain...

Ret. Officer RB Wade
Richmond Va Police

August 1, 2007

Joe, followed your story as a young kid. Your sacrifice made you a hero to all Italian Americans. Rest in peace and best of wishes to any of your surviving family. You will never be forgotten.

Capt. Pete Mastrogiacomo(Ret.)
Union County Dept. Corrections

July 5, 2007

Your bravery and courage will never be forgotten. You make all honest hardworking Italian Americans proud. You are an inspiration to us all.

Police Explorer Scott DeMarco
DuPage County

March 16, 2007

May you continue to rest in eternal peace. You Brother will never be forgotten. A hero never is.

Senior Officer D. W. Reichhardt
Waverly, Va. PD

March 12, 2007

I learned of this great man by watching the History channel and I just had to learn more of him. What courage, what conviction...he traveled to Sicily (was suppose to be undercover) but still went after the New York Herald published the story of Petrosino's mission on February 20, 1909, just days before his departure. Even though he was aware of the danger, Petrosino headed to Palermo as planned and was ambushed by "tipped off" mobsters.
I will forever tell the story of this great man to my children and grandchildren of how this Italian American defended the honor of all hard working Italians and the homeland and it is this type of man that really exemplified our heritage and not the small percentage of hoodlums that continue to smear the contribution of millions of our parents and grandparents.
God Bless you Joseph Petrosino, I pray to shake your hand in heaven someday.

Private Citizen Bill Juliano

February 21, 2007

Thank You

Police Officer
Fairview PD, New Jersey

November 22, 2006

All Italians should be proud!!! Fuerza Italia

Mario

October 29, 2006

I am looking to find out the names of Lt.Petrosino's Widow and Daughter,because I found some Bon Voyage letters and menus from a cruise dating 1937 that Adaline Petrosino was on. Any info will be helpful

August 18, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the New York City Police Department. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Lieutenant Petrosino deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. No greater love has a man than the will to give his life for another. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Lieutenant Petrosino is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, North Carolina

June 9, 2006

An amazing man, a great cop and I have heard many stories about him from my Grandmother. He was a relative of mine, on my Fathers side and I am truly honored to see his story being told...

PO Annemarie Connolly (Tulley)
NYPD/ Great Great Neice

June 4, 2006

Truly a dedicated officer, i pass his photo every day at work as it hangs on the 13th floor of 1PP. Not once did i know the story behind his legacy as i do now. God Bless You, Guiseppe Petrosino

Lt NYPD
NYPD

February 5, 2006