Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the Polizzotto Family,
Thank you for allowing me to REMEBER Nick, during my bike ride from NJ/NY to DC. It was a honor to have met you and allowing me to feel like a Polizzotto for those brief minutes. My thougths and prayers are with you.

Dino DeVirgilio, Sr. PO
Police Unity Tour member Chapter 1

May 20, 2008

Nick
Your family and friends will be joined by thousands of others this week who unfortunately, know too well the pain and sorrow that we feel. They will be gathering in DC to honor you and your fellow brothers and sisters in blue who also gave their lives in order to protect others. As the families gather tonight for the candlelit ceremony, you will be there joined by the many fallen others. Please know that the tears that you see falling from your family are not all tears of sadness. Yes, you are gone physically from them, but you will always be there for them. Scott, Paul and all the others will be there with you as you are given the highest honor, as your name is etched in that granite memorial. God Speed.

Friend

May 13, 2008

I am participating in the Police Unity Tour and will be wearing a bracelet for Cpl Polizzotto. If anyone from the family will be in DC for the memorial I would like to give the bracelet to you.

Detective Patrick Lynch
Tampa Police Department/Police Unity Tour

May 6, 2008

I spent hours last nite reading about Scott's life and sacrifice and now I just spent hours reading about Nick. Over 50 reflections between the 2 of you!
My heart is deeply grieved for the loss of 2 precious lives to the city of South
Bend, to the department they loved and to the families who will never be the
same. I am so sorry you are having to endure such heartache. May the love
and compassion of Jesus Christ heal your broken hearts and may He protect
your city from further harm. This diminishes all of America and it touches all
of us deeply. Don't ever think that we citizens don't care and aren't affected
by what happens to you. We do appreciate what you do, whether you ever
hear it from our lips or not. Trust in Christ as your Savior cuz none of us
knows when we will draw our last breath. God bless those that serve!!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

April 25, 2008

Nick,
I couldn't force mtself to attend the memorial service tonight, but I have been sitting here thinking about you all evening. I saw some video on YouTube of your funeral and it brought so many memories back. I am afraid to go to bed tonight for fear of another late night call about another officer shot. I have buried too many officers around the state in my career and don't want to ever do that again. I was thinking tonight and the word martyr came up. I looked up the word in the Miriam Webster Disctionary on line and this line fit you so well;"a person who sacrifices something of great value and especially life itself for the sake of principle"

I miss you, my friend.

Sgt. Bill Kraus
South Bend, IN PD

April 24, 2008

Nick,

Its been a year, my friend. I had all these thoughts in my head I wanted to say; now I sit here and can't think of any of them. I want you and your family to know that I think of you everyday. Buddy, you are greatly missed, but will not be forgotten. Protect me and my fellow brothers from your heavenly advantage point. I'll see you again, Nick.

SBPD 2078
South Bend Police Department

April 24, 2008

Nick,
I can't believe it has been a year. I miss your smile and "what's up, Sarge" when I saw you. You have made life better for so many just by being there and being who you were. I miss you very much, my friend.

Sgt. Bill Kraus
South Bend PD

April 24, 2008

Corporal Polizzotto, My thoughts and prayers are with you, you family, your little guy, and all the Brave members of the SBPD.

Sergeant
Connecticut State Police

April 24, 2008

Thinking of your sacrifice one year ago. I am praying for your family. Thank you for your service.

Michiana Resident

April 24, 2008

Well, here it is. The one year anniversary. It never gets easier. Tonight there will be a vigil and then after maybe another trip to the cemetary. This past week has been nothing but church and trips to the cemetary. We will never forget.

Please watch over your Brothers and Sisters in Blue as they need it.

April 24, 2008

Nick,

This past year has been hard on so many people, from your brothers in blue to your family - especially Joe. You would be so proud of him! He is such a wonderful young man. Though this has been and continues to be such a difficult situation, he has stood tall. You and Michelle have raised a son you would be (and I am sure you are) proud of. Please continue to watch over all of us down here! You are greatly missed.

Friend

April 24, 2008

Nick,
I can't believe its almost 1 year since you were killed in the line of duty, I just remember hearing it on the news. You are truly a hero that "will never die":
"We remember the officers who changed our lives
The men and woman who protected us day and night,
People who respect for their dedication to the cause,
For when faced with danger, they never even pause.
We remember the officers who always stood true,
Whatever the color of uniform, brown gray or blue,
With pride and integrity they say "To serve and protect",
For the giving of their life, we offer our respect.
We remember the officers who we never really knew,
Persons strong enough to answer the challenge are few,
With heavy hearts we mourn the officers in eternal rest,
There's more to these people than the badge on their chest."
Nick you are remembered by many and will continue to be remembered as a true hero. I truly believe only certain individuals can become police officers, it takes a lot of courage to wear that badge. May God bless you and your family during this time. Please watch over your fellow officers and keep them safe while they are patroling our streets.

Gabriella, RN

April 22, 2008

I cant' believe you've been gone for almost a year now. You will always be missed in my heart.

Natalie
friend

April 21, 2008

Nick,
It's quickly approaching a one year anniversary of your trip to Heaven. It is hard to believe a year has gone by so quickly. I'm sure you've read the Tom Moor story about you today in the Tribune. I think of you on every call I make at the Wooden Indian. I think of your smile and your "what's up Sarge" comment everytime I saw you at Wal-Mart. Miss you my friend.

Sgt. Bill Kraus
South Bend PD

April 20, 2008

well nick,

it's been a year, one whole year and you are still missed.
everytime i play poker i think of you a lot and i break down and cry so again you are missed and loved forever!!!

thanks!!

theresa laurence
friend

April 19, 2008

Nick, its been almost a year since our phone rang and you were taken from us. I have dremt of you often lately and miss you so much. Remember getting on the hall of flame at Wings? I wonder if your picture is still up. Chris and I talk of you often. Please keep our other officers safe if ya can. We love and miss ya Buddy!!

Robyn
friend

April 12, 2008

There is so much to be said, but not enough spcace. This saddens me to know that a wonderful life was taken for such a senseless crime. Growing up with Nick from Dickinson to La Salle, he has always been such a wonderful person. Later on, I also got the chance to work with Nick at a local hospital, 20 years later, he was still that caring and loving person. My friend Nick, I say to you sleep peacefully, you are still touching lives. Keep smilin ... your buddy...K

KLH

March 31, 2008

I got to know Nick's brother Tony and based on Tony and how our relationship has developed, I am truly touched by the type of man and officer Nick was. I wish I knew him - I have a sincere respect and appreciation for our officers and how they serve and protect our community. I think about the fallen officers and pray everyday. Thank you to the force. Chuck Shields

chuck shields

March 23, 2008

we will miss you very much and this is coming from your moms student jennifer hupp '(pluta). thank you and i hope you rest in piece.

dustin + meghan
friends

February 28, 2008

Nick, Sadly I am preparing to bury another fallen hero. It takes a part of my soul with each funeral, but I consider it the biggest honor to do what I can to show the fallen their proper respect and to be there for their families.

I think often of you and what you had potential to become and am saddened that we will never know. I do rejoice in knowing that you are in a much better place than we and that one day we will all be together again.

God Bless you, Nick.

Sgt. Bill Kraus
South Bend, IN PD

January 31, 2008

Nick- You are truly missed everyday that goes by without you. I ask you to watch over your fellow officers and keep them safe while they fight crime on our violent streets. Don't let another officer be taken from us. Be with them always and watch over them. You and all your fellow officers are hero's who should be praised more often for all your hard work. I truly believe it takes a special person to put their life on the line everyday to help others. You are and always will be in my prayers. Lots of love to you and your family.

Gabriella
Registered Nurse

January 18, 2008

Nicky-
What can I say? I have missed so many things that it seems pointless to try to list them all. You were a terrific guy and I did not take the opportunity to tell you that. I know that you were going through a rough time, prior to your death, but you were going to be okay. Jeff and I truly cared about you and were here for you. We knew what you were going through, and would have made sure you would be okay. You would have moved on to better women-those who deserved what you offered and did not have hidden agendas.
We had countless BBQ's and sat and watch far too many movies. You were always there for us and I wish I had the opportunity to do the same. Every time I come home I see your house and wonder how Wrigley is doing. I miss seeing her sit in the driveway and dart after the mailman. Remember all the hamburgers and people food I feed her? You were so mad but you would forgive me in the end! I wish this were all a bad dream. But reality hits me when I see the for sale sign in the front yard-nicely manicured, but chopped up front tree. Nicky, I miss you terribly. You were a huge part of our family and we need you. A day doesn't go by that I don't miss you and think about you. I am truly struggling to make sense of this. Thank you for all that you did and putting your life on the line everyday and every night. I'll see you in my dreams...

Cassie McGrew
Neigbor/Friend

January 11, 2008

It Is So Sad To Know That We can Lose More I Hope We Don't Lose More I Wish The Family Well And I Pray For Him And All Of them This Year And For all The Years To Come

Carly
Friend

January 6, 2008

Nick,
It's hard to believe we are starting 2008 without you. I still miss your smile and "what's up, Sarge." Nick, if you have any say up there, please don't help us not bury another one of ours. I miss you, my friend.

Sgt. Bill Kraus
South Bend PD

January 3, 2008

Looks like the Christmas Commandos went over and tried to take care of Joe for Christmas. Know you are missed terribly and thought of often.......

SBPD

December 26, 2007