New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Friday, November 25, 1904
Reflections for Patrolman James W. Devens
Patrolman Devens,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
November 25, 2024
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
December 30, 2021
Rest in peace Patrolman Devens.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
November 25, 2019
I have been talking about J. Devens for the last 20 years in attempting to name a Canarsie street after him. The issue of family being notified has been the greatest hurdle. Since this happened over 100 years ago, that is a difficult task. Devens was one of New York's first mounted officers and was part of Canarsie since at least 1897, where he served on a policemen's committee. He is the first officer to die in the line of Duty in Canarsie, which at that time served all neighborhoods in Flatlands.
Ramon Martinez
Canarsie History Museum
February 25, 2018
I said a little prayer today for Patrolman Devens and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.
Robyn Wilkes
November 22, 2015
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 105th 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.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 25, 2009
You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service
Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
November 26, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN...........
Det Jim Mulligan (RETIRED)
NYPD
November 25, 2006
my brother, you are gone but not forgotten. a hero for sure. may you rest in peace.
CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.
November 25, 2004
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