Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was the first person to reach him, and was alone with him for ten or fifteen minutes... He did not suffer. He was killed on impact. Outwardly, his body was undamaged. JT Chiarella

John T. Chiarella, citizen
witness

June 3, 2014

Ed, I can't believe it has been 10 years. You always had a smile on your face, and loved the job. You had so many plans for after the job, you had us all dream along with you. I was proud to serve with you, you were proud of your badge, proud of your family, and proud to be in Highway patrol. You had a chest full of medals, yet you were just as willing to help someone change a flat tire as you were to make another felony arrest. When I cross over that big county line in the sky, I bet you will be in the U-turn to clock me.

Sgt. J. Farrell
SCPD Retired 2005

April 30, 2014

Eddie, you're not forgotten. I can't believe its been 9 years since that nightmare of a night. God Bless you, Cora, and the kids.

P.O. J. Rochford
SCPD Retired

July 27, 2013

RIP EDDIE.

Z
909

July 27, 2013

Heroes live forever, Officer Hernandez, and we will never forget. Thank you for the sacrifice you made for the citizens of Suffolk County and the great State of New York.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

July 27, 2013

I miss you and not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Just always know Little Joseph John, Anthony Edwin and I always have you in our hearts and not a day goes by that we don't talk about you ...I Love and Miss You, Your Sister Diana..................

Diana Hernandez Apicella
Sister

May 30, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the ninth anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

I pray for the solace of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Thanks to your family and friends for sharing their devotion to you through their reflections.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

January 20, 2013

Detective Christopher Greco
New Rochelle PD/Old Friend -----

Hi ! My name is CoraLee Hernandez my daughter Tania was on this Web Site reading some of the reflections left for my husband. She came across yours and immediately she brought it to my attention. I would love to get in touch please contact me my email is Hope to hear from you soon!

Coralee
Wife

September 10, 2012

Eddie my friend. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Your friendship and professionalism will always be remembered.

Keep watching over us

Sgt Brian Adams
Nassau County PD

July 28, 2012

MISS YOU BUDDY. TODAY I START MY 26TH YEAR, SO WHY DO YOU STILL MAKE ME FEEL LIKE THE ROOKIE?

Z
909

July 28, 2012

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

May 17, 2012

My cousin Edwin, I have very fond memories of you growing up and living next door. You were always there when I needed advice or someone to talk to. You are missed very much and will never be forgotten, peace always Eddie M

Eddie M
Cousin

February 18, 2012

I had the honor of Meeting Edwin Hernandez in Puerto Rico in the late 90's. I was a rookie police officer sitting in the lobby of the hotel when I caught a glimpse of an impressive looking man,...I turned to my girlfriend at the time and I said, "That guy is a cop, no doubt in my mind." Later that day, my girlfriend (Tracy) and I were in the lobby lounge and we ran into Ed and his wife, Coralee . My girlfriend, thinking I was wrong, asked Ed "are you a cop." I was embarrassed, but he replied, yes I am, Suffolk County PD." My girlfriend told Ed that I was also a cop in New Rochelle, NY and for the next two days we had the privilege of spending time with Ed and his wife. Toward the end of the weekend, Ed and his wife gave us his telephone number and extended an open invatation to his home in Long Island. During the next year we visited the Hernandez family on a sunny Saturday afternoon on Long Island. It was time well spent in a Long Island backyard with a great family! Ed offered plenty of advice, told great stories and was genuinely a larger than life guy. I never saw Ed, Coralee or his children again. Although we spent just only just few days and hours together with Ed and his wife, it was easy to tell what a great human being he was and what great family man he was. My girlfriend and I got married 9 years later and were devastated when we learned the news. This morning I was on the internet reading articles about the late NYPD Police Officer Peter Figoski and came across this site. My wife and I no longer have the contact information for his family, so I thought that maybe someone reading this post can share my memory with his family. Rest In Peace! God Bless the Hernandez family and God Bless the families of all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us safe. Be safe!

Detective Christopher Greco
New Rochelle PD/Old Friend

December 17, 2011

To my big brother ...missing you so much it makes me sick to my heart. Someday we'll meet again, until then please watch over your little sister and your two nephews, Joseph John and Anthony Edwin. Forever in my heart you'll be....

Diana Hernandez-Apicella
Little Sister

November 23, 2011

Happy birthday bud. I keep getting older but you're forever young.

Z

October 31, 2011

R.I.P.

Z..

July 27, 2011

I MISS U AND LOVE U SO MUCH DAD.YOU WERE NOT ONLY A GREAT MENTOR BUT A GREAT DAD AND FRIEND.I ONLY WISH U WERE HERE TO SEE YOUR GRANDCHILDREN BUT I KNOW THAT YOU ARE WATCHING US FROM UP ABOVE AND I KNOW THAT WHEN IT IS OUR TURN TO JOIN YOU THAT YOU WILL BE WAITING FOR US WITH OPEN ARMS.I ALSO KNOW THAT YOU WILL HAVE EVERYTHING IN TIP TOP SHAPE WHEN WE DO GET THERE.WE ALL MISS U AND LOVE U YOUR ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS IN EVERYTHING THAT I DO 4EVER YOUR SON

LITTLE EDDIE
SON&BEST FRIEND

May 22, 2011

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 12, 2010

I miss you .... 6 years went way to fast it so unreal! till we meet again papa Edwin i love you..

Tania (daughter)

July 28, 2010

I REMEMBER.

Z

July 27, 2010

Can't believe it's 6 years today that I got that call from Joe about your passing. You are truly missed by all the family Eddie and we will always be so proud of you and your accomplishments. You were always so kind to me and I will never forget that. My brother Mike is in good company with you.

Love always,
Diane

Diane Hernandez
Cousin

July 27, 2010

RIP Brother.

Officer Anthony Pacetti
City of Miramar Police (FLA)

May 18, 2010

EDDIE YOU'RE IN OUR HEARTS AND OUR THOUGHTS, NOT JUST TODAY BUT EVERYDAY. WE MISS YOU TERRIBLY. WE COULD SURELY USE YOUR HUMOR NOW WITH EVERYTHING THAT'S HAPPENING TO THE JOB. PULL SOME STRINGS FOR US BUDDY, YOU ALWAYS HAD ALL THE CONNECTIONS.................LEST WE FORGET W.E.B.A.

ZEUS

July 27, 2009

You were a dear friend to so many of us. I always remember as kids you were like the "older" brother I never had. You will always be remembered and loved. We miss you.

Teresa Hassett/Leonard

July 27, 2009

Seems like yesterday Ed, we havent forgotten you brother.

PO 947
SCPD Highway Patrol

July 27, 2009