Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Like Richard had been, I was a grey-uniformed police cadet, and assigned to the 8th precinct and then 8th squad detectives as the squad cadet. Although I didn't know Richard, I'm sure we passed each other in the hallways many times. I recall seeing one tough detective who was also a Korean war veteran with tears in his eyes. Like a family, we were all heartbroken and devastated. Whenever I hear the tragic news of a law enforcement officer losing their life in the line of duty, I remember Richard and his sacrifice. Rest in peace brother, you are loved.

P.O. Robert Como
N.C.P.D.

November 1, 2024

Rest peacefully Patrolman Richard Rose. You are not forgotten.

Nat Zappia
Family Friend

December 29, 2023

I just received an email confirming that the memorial signs honoring PO Richard Rose placed on Main Street in Farmingdale are being replaced with fresh new signs. I would like to thank all that became involved with seeing this through especially the Village of Farmingdale. Rest easy Rich.

Nat Zappia
Family friend

June 2, 2023

RIP my brother.

P.O.Donald Church Shield 1215
NCPD

December 29, 2022

Richie was a member of my bowling team back in 1971. The last time I saw him was the day before he was killed. I told him I had switched a tour for the next day to bowl. It could have been me assigned to RMP 810 that night, but Richie got the call. We all heard about the shooting and Richie's death at the bowling alley that night (Wednesday, December 29th, 1971). It was just horrible. We were all so young and felt indestructible. A few weeks later, we re-named the eighth pct. bowling league the Richard Rose Memorial League in his honor. We set up a yearly donation by the league of $500 for the Richard Rose Scholarship Fund. We still donate $500 each year to the scholarship fund. Just this year, the fund was transferred by Charlie Meade to the PBA to keep it running perpetually. Even though there are only a couple of us left in the league who knew Richie, we still miss him and honor him every year. God bless him and his family. Bob Thomas (retired P.O., Eight PCT PDCN)

P.O. Robert Thomas
PDCN

December 29, 2022

Remember that night and thought about it over my years of service. Helped too keep my guard up at all times, during my career. Such a loss too his family both personal and in the blue...RIP brother!

Ret Det. Dom Mazza
NCPD

December 29, 2022

It will be 51 years in a couple of weeks. My heart is still broken. Miss him always and his fiancé Jan. Both so good to me. He would have been a great husband and great father but Gladman took that away from him. I hope he’s burning in hell. Gladman died of cancer years ago. Should have electrocuted him. I salute you Richard and all the men and women in blue. Forever loved forever missed

Kathleen Sylvester
My cousin

December 9, 2022

I also remember the night Richie was killed. I had a holiday party at my house with thre other PO when the news came over. Richie was driving car 810 which happened to be my car also. Very heart broken… Richie was so young and so loved by all his brothers. RIP never forgotten. Retired PO John Hanshe.

Retired PO John Hanshe
NCPD

January 28, 2022

Richie was a very good friend of mine I think of him often Rest In Peace Richie you are always in my prayers

Frank Zappia friend
Frank Zappia friend

January 4, 2022

Rest In Peace Richie. You have not been forgotten. God Bless you.

Nat Zappia
Family Friend

December 30, 2021

I remember that night I was working the second precinct. When the call came over Via radio I responded to route 110 and waited for a description of shooters. But they had fled to NYC. I had only two years on the job. But that set me back on my heals. Will never forget that night. Rick Morrison

Rick Morrison Det.Retired
Second Pct Mounted Unit JAB

December 30, 2021

Although it is 50 years ago I still vividly remember that horrible night that my friend Ptl. Richie Rose was killed, May he be resting in peace in heaven, he has not been or ever will be forgotten.

Retired Lt. George Rice
NYPD

December 29, 2021

Patrolman Rose,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Nassau County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 29, 2021

The night that Officer Rose was killed will always be in the memory of us all. Every time I pass by that location, it brings me back to that evening. There were several new classes of officers during that time that had just started working on the streets. This horrible incident will always be a reminder of how a precious life can be taken so quickly from us. My heart goes out to the family and friends of Officer Rose. He will never be forgotten.

P.O. David Cameron
NCPD

December 29, 2021

We haven't forgotten Richie even after 50 years. Richie Rose was on my bowling team, at that time called the eighth oct. league. We actually found out about his death at the bowling alley that night. Nit long after we re- named the league Richard Rose Memorial Bowling League and started donating each year to the Richard Rose Scholarship fund. We still do this today.

P.O. Bob Thomas
Ncpd

December 29, 2021

God Bless and keep you Richie. I remember the day 50 years ago today.
Rest In Peace .

Retired PO Bob Horan
Nassau County PD

December 29, 2021

I was very young when this happened, but I remember that Richie was a really cool guy and would play with us, his younger cousins, when we went to visit his family. His whole family were just wonderful people. I miss them all. Thank you, to all of you who keep Richie in your thoughts and prayers. May his courage and ultimate sacrifice for his community never be forgotten.

Joseph Rose

September 16, 2021

I remember this very well. Every time I pass by that location, I can't help but think of this tragedy. You are truly remembered. God Bless

P.O. D. Cameron
NCPD

December 29, 2020

I was working that day.when the call went over I went up to 110 to wait for description of shooter or vehicle. I was assigned to Second precinct at that time. The death of Officer Rose hit home for us all. I had only two years on the job myself.

Det.Rick Morrison Retired
Nassau County Police Dept

December 29, 2020

The last time I saw my cousin Richie was at my wedding a few months before his death. It was a devastating time for the family. Today, my Thin Blue Line Flag hangs in front of my home for him and all the men in blue who serve. God Bless you all especially in these very difficult times and Richie, you are remembered!!

Ann Rose Cholewa
Cousin

August 25, 2020

The last time I saw my cousin Richie was at my wedding a few months before his death. It was a devastating time for the family. Today, my Thin Blue Line Flag hangs in front of my home for him and all the men in blue who serve. God Bless you all especially in these very difficult times and Richie, you are remembered!!

Ann Rose Cholewa
Cousin

August 25, 2020

Rest in peace Patrolman Rose.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 12, 2020

I remember Richie well. Before becoming a PO, he was a gray uniformed police cadet and worked at HQ in administration in Mineola, NY at the same time I worked in the Nassau Highway Patrol Bureau also at HQ. A fine and brave young officer who always did his best........ RIP Brother!

PO Richard G. Winwood, Shield 2413
Nassau County Police Department

December 29, 2019

I was one of the CB operators the night Officer Rose was murdered. I lived on County Line Road and drove past the bowling alley everyday on my way home. I learned that night that Police Officers don't get paid for what they do, but for what they might have to do and that is lay your life on the line protecting those we serve. Richard, rest in peace and thank you for your service.

P.O. Lawrence Addeo
Retired HPB

December 29, 2019

I went to Farmingdale high school with Richie Rose. When I was in H.S Richie was working at County Line Bowling alley. He told me he was leaving his part time job and I replaced Richie. I saw Richie in Dec. 1971 and I told him I was starting in the NCPD academy on Jan. 14, 1972. He told me he really enjoys being a Nassau County Police Officer. He wished me good luck and said he was proud to be a Nassau County Police Officer. I ended up assigned to the 8th precinct assigned to the Farmingdale area. Every time I passed the County Line Bowling Alley , I would remember back to us both working at the bowling alley where he was unfortunately murdered. Richie was proud to be a NCPD Police Officer and I was glad to have known such a fine young man.

Ptl. Thomas G. Romano. SH. 2722
NCPD

January 2, 2019