Connecticut Department of Correction, Connecticut
End of Watch Wednesday, May 1, 1833
Reflections for Guard Ezra Hoskins
Guard Hoskins, it has been 191 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
May 1, 2024
Guard Hoskins, it has been 190 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices that you and too many others have made for us. Thank you for your service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
May 1, 2023
Rest in peace always and know that no passage of time can ever erase your service and sacrifice.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
May 1, 2021
Rest in peace Guard Hoskins. So long ago and forever a hero!
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 18, 2019
Thank you for you're service sir. Sad that such a incident had to happen at your advanced age. Rest in peace sir.
Sheldon Paka
Citizen
May 1, 2016
How your job has changed over the years, and yet the risks are a constant. The risks to those who watch over those who must be taken from civilized society are always great. So long ago, you put yourself on the line for the sake of the honest and respectable members of society. You were the line of defense that kept good people from being victimized by those who had preyed upon good men and women. How tragic that it cost you your life.
To do such a tough and dangerous job at your advance age (and that's even by today's standards) shows what a gutsy, tough old bird you must have been. I cannot mourn the hanging of the two scoundrels who murdered you and only wish more had joined them in their final dance at the end of a rope. Two paid the price but others deserved the fate.
I respect and admire you. You are a true hero, both in years gone by, and today.
God Bless and may you forever Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
May 1, 2014
Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.
Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO
February 10, 2013
Rest in peace CO Hoskins. You are gone but not forgotten.
TFC Len Widener CT State Police
April 29, 2012
Rest in Peace, Guard Hoskins. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
January 28, 2012
Your heroism and service is honored today, the one hundred and seventy-sixth anniversary 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 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
Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
May 1, 2009
I happened upon your page on the anniversary of your death, May 1, 2008.
I respect and revere the Buddha in you, as you are with us again in a new life.
Lieutenant
East Hartford, Connecticut, P.D.
May 1, 2008
YOU ARE REMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE.
VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
May 1, 2008
Guard Hoskins,
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You will never be forgotten.. Rest in Peace Sir..
Joyce
Sister of Officer John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994
April 5, 2008
No amount of years can erase the service and sacrifice you made. Always remembered.
Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
May 1, 2007
It has taken over 173 years!!But your' not forgotten!!
Blessed are the peace makers for they are the children of GOD.
Mathew 5:9
COP
Ptl Lima
CCRPV
August 20, 2006
Rest In Peace my Friend and Thank You for your service and Sacrifice.
Sgt Amborn
Mn D.O.C.
August 2, 2006
Guard Hoskins,
It has taken over 173 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Connecticut.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
Anonymous
August 1, 2006
Rest in peace Brother. May God Bless you and your family.
Patrolman
August 1, 2006
Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.
Police Officer
August 1, 2006
REST IN PEACE OFFICER.
GILBERT DANIEL
July 31, 2006
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