Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, February 18, 1871
Reflections for Patrolman Niels L. Hansen
Patrolman Hansen,
On today, the 150th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 18, 2021
Officer Hansen's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 2-28-18 to remember and honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
Richton Park Police (IL)
February 28, 2018
Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service.
Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA
February 18, 2018
Patrolman Hansen,
On today, the 146th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
February 18, 2017
This is my great-great-great grandfather. I am very proud of my family members who chose to be police officers. To everyone in law enforcement, thank you for your service.
Teri Vallas
great-great-great granddaughter
March 24, 2014
R.I.P
Lead Officer
TSA
August 4, 2012
Rest in Peace, Patrolman Hansen. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
April 30, 2012
Comrade, as the 139th anniversary of your passing approaches I shall remember you with a prayer. You are not forgotten.
Detective Tom Downes
Chicago
February 12, 2010
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 138th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. You must have been very proud to have your descendent follow in your footsteps.
My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Loya
Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
February 18, 2009
On Sept 18,2008 Neils received the honor he deserved. His name was placed on the Chicago Police Gold Star Memorial on the Chicago lakefront.
William Vallas
Great-Great Grandson
October 14, 2008
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND SERVICE
Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH
February 11, 2008
Thank you Patrolman Hansen for trying to make the world a better place. Thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Heros are never forgotten. Rest in peace.
911 Dispatcher
Virginia
May 4, 2007
What you did in service to your community meant more than you'd ever guess - Thank you so much for your service.
Sgt Don "Boots" Jensen Retired
Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee, WI
May 3, 2007
You are not forgotten.
Rest In Peace.
Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD
May 3, 2007
Patrolman Hansen,
It has taken over 136 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
Anonymous
April 30, 2007
RIP
Mike
Boston MA
April 30, 2007
This is my Great-Great Grandfather, with the help of Rick Barrett I am in the process of getting Neils memorialzed on the Police memorial in Chicago
Retired PO W Vallas
Great-Great Grandson oh Neils Hansen
April 30, 2007
Though it took time for you to receive proper tribute, your sacrifice will not be forgotten.
A citizen
April 29, 2007
It has taken 136 years but your name finally appears where it belongs, with all the other heroes. I'm sure the Chicago Police Dept. will add your name to their monument on the lake front to be displayed with honor and dignity that you deserve. Keep watch over those CPD officers still out on patrol watching over the thin blue line. You will never be forgotten.
Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
April 29, 2007
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