Boston Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Sunday, October 7, 1934
Reflections for Patrolman John G. Ralph
Your daughter, my Mom, was only three when you passed. Your family continues to honor your service with generations of children and grandchildren dedicated to law enforcement. 90 years ago you were taken from your family, and since then, your wife and children have all passed. However, none of you will ever be forgotten. Bless you all.
Leslie Anderson
Granddaughter
November 3, 2024
Patrolman Ralph, it has been 90 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement continues to serve and protect and make life secure for our part of the country. I honor your 6 years of law enforcement service to the citizens of Boston.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
October 7, 2024
Patrolman Ralph,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Boston. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
October 7, 2024
Never will you be forgotten by the Officers both active and retired of the Boston Police Department
Retired Boston P.O. Robert E. Anthony Historian
October 7, 2024
Never forgotten by the Officers of the Boston Police Department
Retired Boston P.O. Robert E. Anthony Historian
October 7, 2022
Dear Grandpa,
I did not know you since you passed when my mom was 12. But I heard a lot above you. I have always been proud of 2 things in my life. First, I am Irish-Catholic from Boston. And second I am from a police family. Thank you dear grandpa for making me proud! RIP
Alicen
Alicen McGowan PhD
Granddaughter in forensics
September 29, 2021
Rest in peace and know that no passage of time can ever erase your service and sacrifice.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
October 7, 2020
God Bless you, Brother on the 84th anniversary of your tragic passing. It's heartwarming to see the descendants of the deceased leave reflections as it shows, that, if they keep you in their hearts and minds, you are still with them, if only in spirit.
May your continued rest remain peaceful, Patrolman Ralph.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department
October 7, 2018
To my great- grandfather,
Thank you for your sacrifice and for the heroic example you have set for so many men and woman. You are not forgotten.
Laurinda Ralph
Great grand daughter
October 2, 2016
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 79th anniversary year of your death. I am privileged 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.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 3, 2013
Patrolman Ralph,
On today, the 78th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Boston.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol
October 7, 2012
Officer Ralph you are still remembered by the men and women of the Boston Police. RIP
Det. Michael Kane
Boston Police Dept.
December 26, 2010
Patrolman Ralph, on this 70th anniversary of your sad departure from this life, please allow me to thank you for your years of service to the City of Boston and the people of the Commonwealth as a whole. I know you truly never left your family though your body was taken from them at such a young age.
God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
October 7, 2007
today on the anniversary of your death we wish to remember you and thank you Sir for your service.
Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchaester, NH
October 7, 2007
I wish I knew you
January 3, 2007
Patrolman Ralph,
It has taken almost 69 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Boston.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
Anonymous
August 1, 2006
REST IN PEACE,YOUR NOT FORGOTTEN.
GILBERT DANIEL
July 30, 2006
Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.
Police Officer
TN
July 29, 2006
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