Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Corrections Officer John R. Allen

Nassau County Sheriff's Department, New York

End of Watch Wednesday, March 16, 2005

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Reflections for Corrections Officer John R. Allen

Hey cousin John , I never Forget you. I love and miss you Big Guy . I don’t know what brought me to your page tonight but please continue looking out.

C.Anderson
Nassau Sheriff Dept /Cousin

April 25, 2019

Rest in peace Corrections Officer Allen.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 14, 2019

Officer Allen,
On today, the 8th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Nassau County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement than that of a Corrections Officer.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

March 16, 2013

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

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

March 16, 2013

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 16, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 4th 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 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. I hold your family in thought and prayer today.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 16, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 16, 2009

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

Robyn Wilkes

March 9, 2009

Officer Allen, thank you for your service and dedication. Continue to watch over your family giving them the love, support and guidance they need. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

April 1, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR COURAGE AND SERVICE.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

March 16, 2008

~Never forgotten~ Rest in peace hero.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

March 16, 2008

This Sunday will be 3 years since you left us, my heart still aches. I love you and miss you terribly.

Love
Christie

Chritsie
Sister

March 14, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

December 19, 2007

John,

It's been a few months since the ride and since I've heard from anyone from your department. I want you to know you're in my thoughts and your family is in my thoughts almost daily. Each time I get on my bike, I think of you and the others who have given the ultimate.

RIP

Deputy/SRO Kim Brown
Bedford County S.O.

October 17, 2007

Johnny,tears shed daily, my son and best friend you live in my heart forever.Love Dad.

John Allen Sr.
Father

October 8, 2007

Correction Officer John Allen is in the Prayers of The Men and Women of the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office, God Bless.

C/O Anthony Tucci
Suffolk County Sheriffs Office

June 12, 2007

Remembering John today. Glad your memorial was placed in ODMP

My Son Morris Taylor also was killed in Roseburg OR. 2002

Our prayers are with your family.

God bless
Member of Concerns of Police Survivors ( COPS)

Mr Lyndell Taylor
Member Of COPS

June 8, 2007

John,

Although we never met you will always have a special place in my heart. You were added to the wall this year and I was there to meet with your family and friends. I rode in your honor for the Police Unity Tour. It was an honor for me to ride for you. You are greatly missed by everyone. Your wife was so nice and your kids are so cute. I met several of your family members, so many that I was overwhelmed and cannot remember all the names. (Sorry) I also met up with some of your co-workers who actually helped me get in touch with your family. They were great too.

John, I will do my best to not forget you. I gave one of my memorial bracelets to your wife and I am still wearing the other one. I also got your name off of the wall and took one of your department patches and have them in a frame.

Rest in peace. You will not be forgotten.

Deputy Kim Brown
Bedforc County, TN

May 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family and co-workers of Officer Allen. Thank you for your service. You are now in a better place watching over your family.
Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

May 4, 2007

God Bless you Johnny, and watch over Beth and the kids. We miss you and will never forget you.

Detective George Freund
Nassau County Police Dept

April 27, 2007

Never forgotten, always respected, RIP.

Correction Officer
NCSD

April 11, 2007

Hey there John, I had them trace this all and set it up on this page because you deserve the respect and recognition for your time, service and dedication to the Department. Well we all miss you and love you.
Love Bobby

Robert Anderson
Cousin

April 9, 2007

SUCH A TRAGIC LOSS. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR SACRIFICE.

C.O. ALLEN, NEVER FORGOTTEN

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

March 21, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

March 20, 2007

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