Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Today marks 122 years since the very unfortunate accident that took your life and the lives of 12 civilians. reading your reflections I was happy to see that your Great Granddaughter left a message.. You will never be forgotten. We as a society will never let that happen.
Continue to rest in peace Patrolman Shae.

Elizabeth
Widow of Deputy Michael Haugen.
Riverside County Sheriffs Department

November 4, 2024

Patrolman Shea,
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. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 4, 2022

Dear Officer Shea,
You are my Great Grandfather. I just found out about you. Your daughter, Margaret Veronica Shea, married Frederick William Lindemann and had my Mother, Miriam Katherine Lindemann on 26 August 1918. Unfortunately, my Grandmother died on 15 March 1919. This was during the Spanish Flu epidemic. However, her death certificate stated she died from pulmonary tuberculosis. Because my Grandfather Lindemann decided to keep my Mom away from her Mother's family, she never got to be with them or know them. I am sincerely saddened that you met with such an unfortunate and untimely death. When I get to NYC, I will go to the museum and find out more about you. I am truly sad that I never had a chance to meet you. Rest In Peace, Grandpa.
Kathy Ann England nee Kammann

Kathy England
Great Granddaughter of Dennis Shea

August 1, 2020

I said a little prayer today for Patrolman Shea and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

November 3, 2015

Patrolman Shea,
On today, the 109th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

November 4, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 107th anniversary year 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 who was murdered in the 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.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

November 5, 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 1, 2007

Patrolman Shea, today marks the 104th anniversary of your untimely death. It seems that whenever a tragic event happens, especially in New York City, the Police Department loses someone. That's because you're always there where you are needed. That's why you are known as New York's Finest.

May you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother, and God Bless you.

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

November 4, 2006

Dear Patrolman Shea,

I've learned from your memorial that we have another brave officer to stand guard at heaven's gate. We wish you godspeed son, and our thoughts are with all who were affected by this tragic accident. You stood a line, protecting those who could not protect themselves and those who turned to you for protection. May God hold you in his arms. Please pray for us from above. We look forward to meeting you someday. We love you.

Grandma & Grandpa Hinkle
Parents of a Deputy Sheriff

October 11, 2004