Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Chief of Police Charles Brendon Cavanaugh

Bernardsville Police Department, New Jersey

End of Watch Tuesday, September 8, 1931

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Reflections for Chief of Police Charles Brendon Cavanaugh

Chief Cavanaugh,
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 St. Bernardsville. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 8, 2021

God bless you Charlie. They imprisoned the wrong man.

Author Bob D Caterino

April 10, 2021

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 8, 2020

Rest in Peace Chief Cavanaugh. Thank you for your selfless service to your community

V.K.Mary, 911 Communications Officer, Harris County Sheriffs Office, Houston, in the Great State of Texas

December 25, 2019

No man or woman should ever pass defending the honor of us all. we do honor all who serve.

Author Bob D Caterino
Fellow American

June 7, 2019

Rest in peace Chief of Police Cavanaugh. Young and brave. A hero of humility and honesty!

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 30, 2019

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 82nd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first 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 Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

May 1, 2013

My condolences to the members and family of the slain Chief. This is just another indication of the continuing social and moral decline of society.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

P.O. (Ret) Donald Current
NYPD # 2461

April 13, 2012

Rest in Peace Chief. You are still remembered.

Agent Robert Powell
U.S. Border Patrol

February 29, 2008

Your tragic death greatly impacted the outcome of my family's history. I researched this crime to find answers to a dark family secret, but never found any peace. On behalf of the accused, I offer my sincerest apology and condolences. 75 years is a long time. God rest your soul and may your loved ones find peace that you are finally honored and remembered.
Respectfully,
Lynne Bussott

Lynne Bussott
grandaughter

December 26, 2007

RIP CHIEF

March 15, 2007

IT HAS TAKEN 75 YEARS. THANKS TO THE ODMP, NOW YOU WILL BE KNOWN TO ALL WHO VISIT THIS SITE. YOUR SERVICE AND HEROISM WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED.

CHIEF CAVANAUGH, NEVER FORGOTTEN.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

March 14, 2007

GOD Bless you and your family and friends. A true hero..one that serves and protects..and sometimes makes the ultimate sacrifice...Standing on his Promise...

J. Lejeune MO. Probation and Parole
Wife of MO. State Trooper

March 14, 2007

Hero's never die; They just take on new assignments.

GOD Bless!

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs Pd

March 13, 2007

Chief Cavavaugh, I salute you Sir, you are one of our Hero's that will live forever in our hearts and memories.Rest in peace. Mother-in-law of:
Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04

Carolyn Moore

March 12, 2007

Chief Cavanaugh,
It has taken over 75 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bernardsville.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

March 12, 2007

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