Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family and friends of this brave officer. I have just completed the new web site for the Fraternal Order of Police Newark Lodge#12 and would like to take a moment to thank all of these men for giving me one of the most spiritual experiences in my life. I felt that each and every one of these officers were at my side guiding me to the completion of the sites "In Memory Of..." page. God Bless and Thank You!

Tom Tortorici
AJ Projections

February 19, 2004

To my uncle Melvin,

I loved you so much, I remebered the day
you made me laugh and called me "Giggles"
because I couldn't stop laughing and I will
never forget about you. Melvin you will be in
my heart every second of the day.............
even though your not around to make me
laugh I still love you.....uncle Mel...........

Emily Christine Lisojo
your niece

February 19, 2004

To Melvin,
I will never forget the day, I was assigned to Safe City Task Force ( The Train ). And, I met you and officer K. Bowman even though I was a Probationary Police Officer on the job.
You, came over and introduced yourself to me and said " If, I was to need any help just come too you...
I will never forget the time, whenever I needed a backup I could count on you (P/O Melvin Lisojo). You, was more than just a co-worker, you was like a family member to so many of us...From, us at the Safe City & Auto Theft Task Force, we want you too know WE LOVE 7 MISS YOU, MEL !!!!

P/O A.BAERGA #9472
SAFE CITY TASK FORCE

P/O A. Baerga #9472
Newark Police Department

December 31, 2003

"When I Must Leave You"

When I must leave you for a little while
Please do not grieve and shed wild tears
And hug your sorrow to you through the years
But start out bravely with a gallant smile;
and for my sake and in my
name live on and do all things
the same, feed not your loneliness on empty days,
But fill each waking hour in useful ways,
Reach out your hand in comfort and cheer
And I in turn will comfort you and hold you near;
And never, never be afraid to die,
For I am waiting for you in the sky!!!!

WE LOVE YOU
Melvin Lisojo
1967-2003

Gloria, Jahaida, Ashley & Brandon Lisojo

October 1, 2003

It is because of you and other officers like you that I enjoy arresting drivers under the influence.

Rest In Peace, My Brother

September 29, 2003

A hero is brave
for lives he saves
he gives and gives
till the end of each day
he keeps doing his job
no matter how hard
its what he loves to do
risking his life to save you
so long Melvin till we meet again
in that beautiful place called heaven

with love Eileen Lamboy

August 26, 2003

Dear Mel,
Words cannot express the sadness we feel not to have you wit us anymore. Your missed so very much but never forgotten. The time you spent living with us wil be cherished in our hearts for-ever. You will be missed...Mel, you gave your life and that doesn't surprise us, that's just the type of person you are. May God bless you always.
We will be here to support your brothers and sister, I will try to look after them the way you did for us...We love you and will never forget you. Thank you for the time you gave us and the times we've spent together. You know all those times you took me out, I was never afraid to hang out with you. I knew my family and I were in good hands. Thanks for looking out,
I love you Mel
Benny, Denise, Omar and Andruw Lisojo

To a true HERO and BROTHER in Blue. May you rest in peace. God Speed. May God Bless the Lisojo Family and bring them comfort.

"It's not the critic who counts, nor the man who points out how the strong man stumbled - or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives, who spends himself in a worthy cause."

PBA Local 35
Camden City PD

On behalf of The University Hospital EMS our thoughts go out to the family, friends, and the Newark Police Dept. Rest in Peace our friend.

Dennis Boos
University Hospital EMS

to the lisojo family may god bless you all and give you strenth
melvin will be in all of our prayers

Anonymous

You arise from your bed and don your clothes of blue,
Walking out that door, never faltering, not knowing what faces you.
Whether it be the smile of someone you helped yesterday,
Or the hate and disrespect that unjustly comes your way.
It makes no difference to you for you handle each in kind
Keeping safe the streets where we live, your own safety not first in mind.

My prayers are offered to Officer Lisojo’s family and friends. May God help you to find peace and comfort in his memory knowing the love in your hearts will never die.

Anonymous

REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER. YOU ARE MY HERO AND A TRUE WARRIOR. MY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR VALUED AND DEDICATED SERVICE. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. WALK THE SAFE STREETS OF HEAVEN NOW, WE HAVE THE WATCH! R.F.P. EOW 06-23-03

Officer P. Graziano
Virginia Beach Police Dept.

Yet another brother taken from us...doing what made him happy, helping others. Rest easy now my brother, we've got the watch. God bless you and your family.

Ofc. S. Abraham
Winter Springs P.D.
Winter Springs, FL

Ofc. S. Abraham
Winter Springs Police Dept.

Melvin although I did not know you very long, I am glad we met. I am especially greatful that just a few hours prior to this terrible tragedy I had the wonderful opportunity to see your beautiful smile. God Bless you "Sweet Angel". I will keep your smile in heart...

Anonymous

I'm the founder of the Candle Light Vigil for thr fallen officers of the City of Newark, My Condolences go out to the family of Officer Lisojo. I would like to dedicate this years ceremony to Officer Lisojo and need some information and support can you assist me with the information i need.

Carmen Ruiz
self

I would like to extend my sincere condolesence to the Lisojo Family for the loss of a sincere and compassionate family member. I was very fortunate and privileged to have the opportunity to work with P/O Lisojo on the midnight shift in the West District prior to his transfer to the Safe City Task Force. P/O Lisojo will be greatly missed by those who crossed his path. "GOD BLESS YOU "! my brother in blue, until we meet again.

P/O L. Mendez
Newark Police Department

Dear Melvin, There are no words that can adequately express the feeling of loss we feel for you.
Thank you for the time you took out of your schedule for countless practice sessions and endless encouragement you gave the girls at International Florist. They were champions with 18 wins and only 2 losses. Thank you for treating my girls as if they were your own. We will miss you and love you always.

Love Blanqui, Michele and Jenn

Rest in peace brother.

Police Officer
Denver Police Department

Rest in Peace!

Sr. Parole Officer
GA State Board of Pardons and Paroles

We are truly saddened at Mel's loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) PD

R.I.P MELVIN.
You are truly one of Newarks Finest.
I am sending my prayers out to the Lisojo family.
MELVIN you will be missed by all of us, and you know we will never forget about you.
R.I.P my Brother. R.I.P

P/O Leonard Breaux
Newark Police Dept

MELVIN LISOJO WAS MY FATHER. IM JAHAIDA LISOJO, HIS 15 YEAR OLD DAUGTHER. MY FATHER WAS A GREAT MAN. HE ALWAYS CALLED US TO JUST HEAR OUR VOICES AND TO TELL US HE LOVE US. MY FATHER ALWAYS LOVED WATCHING ME DANCE AND PERFORM AT SCHOOL. HE ALWAYS TOLD I LOOKED SO BEAUTIFUL. WHEN I FOUND OUT MY FATHER HAS PASSED AWAY. I COULDNT BELIEVE IT. AND TILL THIS DAY I STILL DONT. IT WILL TAKE ME AWHILE TO BELIEVE MY LOVING FATHER IS GONE. I WILL LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR SUPPORT AND FOR THEIR LOVE!

JAHAIDA LISOJO, MELIVIN'S DAUGHTER

How sad to lose such a fine officer so needlessly. I pray for his family, friends and colleagues. I hope the suspect is held accountable for this terrible crime.

This demonstrates so sadly, that no part of police work is "routine". Automobiles are killers for officers. He now walks a beat in Heaven with St. Michael. God Bless and be safe.

Chief JA Millan

Chief JA Millan
NC Public Schools, Avery Dist SP

May god continue to be with your family. thanks for all you did to keep us safe. rest in peace brother.

Trooper
Va State Police

Melvin, you will be greatly missed. My condolences go out to your family, and friends. It was a pleasure to know you and I hope that your resting in peace "My brother". Que el senor te cuide Y la virgen te acompane.

P/O Luis A. Oyola
Newark Police Department