Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

This year we celebrate #14 on August 2! 14 years since that fateful day when our world changed. Pat, you are remembered and the memories are cherished. Love ya

Sister Teresa Maher, CPPS
Sister

July 31, 2017

January 21!! Came to us so quickly. It is your birthday. Your birthday so why do I feel old?! Know that you pop into my head so often and I enjoy the memories that come. Continue to be watch us and be with us as we make our way. You are always in our hearts. Happy Birthday

Sister Teresa Maher, CPPS
Sister

January 20, 2017

I just read a reflection left for a Plainville, MA Officer with the last name of Maher. The reflection was left by a citizen of Washington State who referenced you, Officer Maher. I had to look you up.

First off, you showed great courage and it's apparent, you lived your entire life putting yourself in harms for the sake of others.

Secondly, I have to admire the brother of your murderer. No doubt in my mind he knew what the right thing to do was and did it, in spite of it being his own brother he was restraining and sending to jail.

Third, my hat is off to the Kent Police for such a quick response. Though your life was not saved, the valiant response not only got you help quicker, but probably saved other lives since the murderer could have broken free.

Lastly, my heart is breaking at the thought of your son passing so soon after you. No doubt your family was devastated at the loss of you, but to have that pain compounded in such a depressing way is mind boggling.

Did God see the need to reunite you two so soon. Only you and he know the answer to that.

I hope and pray that the grief has lessened in the 12 years since these tragic events, though I'm sure the pain is still a dull ache for all who knew and loved you, Brother.

God Bless, may your peaceful rest be eternal and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

November 2, 2015

Think of you often and miss you. Your family is growing and there is much to be proud of as Ryan graduates as a firefighter in the USAF. -- we know, not Navy or Coast Guard, but there is water in the hose, right?? He will serve and protect. Continue to watch over us as we remember you.

Sister Teresa Maher, CPPS
Sister to Pat

August 10, 2015

Still thinking of your Devotion towards Service.

#5351
USCBP Blaine K9

August 2, 2015

Never forget.

Captain Mike McAllister
Washington State Firefighter

August 2, 2015

Pat, hardly a day goes by when I don't think of you. You were such a great colleague and mentor, and a wonderful friend through good times and bad. I'll never forget your calm in a crisis. Sleep peacefully, my friend.

Captain Frederick Tucher USCG (ret)
NOAA Office of General Counsel

May 3, 2015

Still thinking of you and family this time of year.
Prayers.

K9 Team #5351
USCBP Blaine, WA.

December 24, 2014

More prayers to you Pat and Family at this time of year.

K9 Team #5351
USCBP Blaine, WA.

December 21, 2014

Thought of you over the past few days. I can't believe how the years have passed so quickly. Keep an eye on us all and know that your loved and missed.

Peggy Dreher
Sister

August 11, 2014

Another anniversary date has passed. You were remembered. Your memory was celebrated. You are missed.

Sister Teresa Maher, CPPS
sister

August 4, 2014

You are remembered today as we mark another birthday. Never forgotten. Always in our hearts.

Sr. Teresa Maher
sister

January 20, 2014

Always Remembered

#5351
USCBP Blaine K9

September 18, 2013

Pat, you were remembered on Friday. Your memory reached across the miles from the west to the east. You are missed. We continue to share the gift of your life when we gather as family. Love ya.

Sister Teresa Maher, CPPS
Sister

August 4, 2013

Hi Pat,

I spent yesterday with your sister and accidentally participated in a ride-along with her. She is awesome. Just like you.

We know it was you behind our day.

I am grateful for your service and the inspiration you provided to Mary. I wish I could have known you. She is very proud of you.

RIP - I will never forget you.

Rebecca Davis, Sister, Orlando, FL
Constable Brian Bachmann; EOW: 8/13/2012
Brazos County Constable Precinct 1, TX

August 4, 2013

Remembering you, your family, friends, co-workers and those affected today. You will not be forgotten. A hero to more than you know. ©2004

Emory - Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J Lane, EOW 5/30/2003

August 2, 2013

Ten years ago today - a day I will never forget. Thank you for serving our community and keeping us safe. Renee continues to be so very amazing, and she works so hard on behalf of our first responders. And Nick, wow - he's an amazing young man who just celebrated his 15th birthday. You would be so proud of both of them.
You are not forgotten.

Cheryl
Survivor

August 2, 2013

Just the day before he was murdered, I got to work with you Pat. We "talked" via MDC pretty much all shift, and got to crack each other up. I can't believe it's been 10 years already. I remember the phone call to be told about what had happened to you. We never met, but I will never forget you. Rest in perfect peace.

K. Snow
VCC Dispatcher

August 2, 2013

I cannot believe you have been gone for 10 years tomorrow and Nathan 10 years in January. I know you are in a great place but losing you and Nathan rocked the family to the core. Here is what I know we have all paid it forward in one way or the other for the kindness shown by the Federal Way Police Department and the kindness they continue to show through these years. I know many of us have become very involved in COPS to help families that are coming in behind us. I know bridges have been mended but unfortunately not all. The family will celebrate you tomorrow - coast to coast; we love you and you are forever in our hearts!

Lieutenant Mary Huggins, Pat's Family
Orange County Sheriff's Office, FL

August 1, 2013

I was Pat's recruit school instructor at the Honolulu Police Department. He was a great student, always applying himself and helping others. He was always smiling and in good nature. After graduating he became a good friend. I can still see and hear him in my memories when I think back.

Dennis H. Yogi
HPD/Retired

June 26, 2013

2013 National Police Week - Patrick I miss you smiling face! You live forever in the hearts of all who loved you and worked with you. Your Federal Way Police family will never forget.

Cathy Schrock, Civilian Ops Manager
Federal Way Police Department, Federal Way, WA

May 13, 2013

Officer Maher, thank you so much for your service. You are a genuine hero. You are in my heart always.

I met your sister recently. She is also a true hero, not only because she is also a police officer, but because she helps survivors like me.

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

Rebecca Davis, Civilian
Sister - Constable Brian Bachmann - EOW 8/13/12

February 8, 2013

EVERY DAY I PRESERVE AND SHARE THE SIGNIFICANT MEANING OF YOUR HEROIC SERVICE TO THIS NATION AND OUR COMMUNITY MY FRIEND, MY PATTYBOY.

INV. M. MONICO
CORNELIUS, OR PD

January 1, 2013

Yet another year has past and I still can hear your laughter! You were a very special person in my life and I always hoped that you know just how much! Remembering you in a special way today!

Rita Maher-Young
Sister

August 2, 2012

Thinking about you a lot today and reminiscing about our Coast Guard days at Beach Haven.

I miss you my friend !!!!!!!

Ofc. Matthew Brilakis
Powell Police Department, Powell, WY

August 2, 2012