Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Captain. We'll take the watch from here, my thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and all the members of the MSP.

Patrolman Nathan W. Fisher
Point Township Police Department Northumberland, PA

January 29, 2009

May you rest in Peace and may The Lord comfort and strengthen your loved ones.

Anonymous

January 29, 2009

REST IN PEACE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

January 29, 2009

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

January 29, 2009

The heartfelt appreciation of a truly grateful Ohio citizen goes out to Captain Cashin , who served honorably and faithfully, answering the call of duty when he was needed.

I offer my prayers and deepest condolences to the family and his department. I hope that the fact that he is a hero and is honored by so many brings you some comfort in this time of loss.

Dr. Mike Crain

January 29, 2009

My father was the cousin of Rick he also was killed in the line of duty, back in 1980 work for the Chelsea police.I know more that anyone what this loss may feel like. I wish all my best to his family and friends.

God bless

Renee Cashin/Hourican
my distant cousin

January 29, 2009

Truly a tragedy that Massachusetts cannot afford. Captain, may your family be comforted by a sea of blue. It cannot bring you back nor can it really ease the pain, but it can show that we all hurt and mourn and that those left behind are not alone.

God Bless and may you forever Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

January 29, 2009

REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF E.J. MORRIS
RANDOLPH MO P.D.

January 29, 2009

I have been a Police Officer for almost 21 years now,and I knew Captain Cashin when I was growing up in Peabody,Mass. He lived up the street from me, and when I thought about becoming a Police Officer he would take the time to talk with me.He was just a good person.Rest in peace Rick.

Master Patrolman David Garofano
Auburn, NH Police

January 29, 2009

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

January 29, 2009

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Cashin, we have the watch...



”I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.”
---Isaiah 6:8

You answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest easy in God's kingdom and watch over us as we continue the battle here on earth!!!

Officer
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

January 29, 2009

"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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

January 29, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

January 29, 2009

WE HAVE LOST ONE OF THE BEST PERSONS..HE LIES IS GOD'S HANDS.
I have had the honor, pleasure and sorrow of working with, learning from and at times being shown the better way from a man and friend for the past 24 yrs. Any time you saw Rick, You always knew he was there to help you in any way possible to make things go smoother.
On October 18, 2008 I was struck by a drunk driver while working on MassPike and Capt. Cashin was there and at my hospital bed first as a friend and then as fellow Police Officer. Many years of memories, which are followed by tears for a truly great person. He will be missed.
I WILL MISS HE. I Solute You SIR,

Troper Dana M. Cresta
MSP Troop E S.P. Tunnels (injuried)

January 29, 2009

Cpt Cashin, may you rest in peace. You'll never be forgotten for you hardwork and dedication to the people of Mass.

Sgt Richard Eckert
Town of Chester PD

January 29, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Captain Cashin today and always... Thank you Captain Cashin for your service and sacrifice you are a HERO... Rest in Peace Sir!

Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994 Henrico PD Virginia

January 29, 2009

Our condolences and sympathies to Capt. Cashin's family, and to our brothers and sisters of the Massachusetts State Police. Ourt thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rest in Peace Brother.

TROOPER
Maine State Police

January 29, 2009

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over.......

SGT. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia County Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

January 29, 2009

On behalf of the 5,239 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Captain Cashin’s family as well as the members of the Massachusetts State Police. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

January 29, 2009

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service.

Gordon Hobbs
NC Game Warden

January 29, 2009

R.I.P God bless your family and we all know that God knows everything and we all are under his guidence. Sometimes is hard to accept God's will, but all that we can say is thanks Lord for the opportunity given to his family and friends to know him and share their lives with him.

God bless you in the name of Jesus Christ.
Amen.

Juan Ducasse
Civillian

January 29, 2009

Captain Cashin thank you for your many years of serving and protecting your fellowman. God bless you, your loved ones, and the Massachusetts State Police. May the Lord grant your loved ones the strength to endure during this difficult time. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

January 29, 2009

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Captain Rick Cashin, and the Massachusetts State Police. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Captain Cashin, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

January 29, 2009

The untimely loss of Capt Rick Cashin in his prime is a tragedy beyond comprehension. We at BCI send our sincere sympathy to Capt Cashin's families - both personal and Mass State Police. Rest in peace, Captain - you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dir Ted Meyer and staff
BCI - Barnstable Co Sheriff's Office (MA)

January 29, 2009

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Captain Richard Cashin as well as to the Massachusetts State Police. Rest in peace Captain Cashin, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch, CTO
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

January 29, 2009