Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sergeant Charles W. Rice, Jr.

Westchester County Department of Public Safety, New York

End of Watch Friday, January 9, 2009

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Reflections for Sergeant Charles W. Rice, Jr.

So many years have passed and you not being here leaves our family with a major void.
You were always a gentleman and a genuine family man. My heart aches that you and Betsy will not be growing old together, but your memory is still very much alive .

Pamela Murphy
Sister-in-law

January 9, 2023

Though I never met you, my dad said that you were a very nice man. We all miss you. R.I.P.

Sonny D'Alessio
Son of Sgt. Dennis D'Alessio

March 29, 2022

Sir, your service and memory lives on as your wife continues to back the blue. I, along with my fellow Major Crimes Task Force partners, received a care package from Betsy in your honor. Hope all is well as you walk a beat in heaven’s streets.

Officer A. Nguyen
Pomona PD

April 30, 2021

Rest in peace Sergeant Rice.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 30, 2019

Sgt. Rice,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Westchester County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 9, 2019

Scripture assures us that, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called [children] of God.” Matthew 5:9 ESV and “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13 ESV.

Rev. Dr. Steven Robert Closs, DD, MSBS
Licensed & Ordained Independent Christian Minister
The Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
“An Intercessory Prayer Ministry for Law Enforcement”
Chartered by the National Association of Christian Ministers
Merrimack, NH 03054

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DD, MSBS
Merrimack NH Police Department

July 29, 2018

Missing you more with each passing day. You are and will always be the man of my dreams. Love you more xoxo

Bette-Ann Rice/Widow

January 9, 2017

Gone long before his time. Miss you Charlie!

Lt. Don McArthur Retd.
Westchester Co. Policw

January 9, 2017

I remember Charlie what a wonderful person to know, missed by all the brothers in blue.

Det marcos martinez (ret)
PEEKSKILL POLICE DEPT

January 10, 2016

RIP my Brother !!

Sergeant James M. Rice Sr.
Englewood Cliffs PD, NJ (Ret.)

January 10, 2016

I said a little prayer today for Sergeant Rice and his family. He may be gone but not forgotten. He will always be a New York hero.

Robyn Wilkes

January 7, 2016

You will always be remembered as a good man and a great boss;

It was an honor working with you, REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

Betsey, I wish the best for you and your family. God Bless.

Retired Det. Howard Moskalik
Westchester County police

January 10, 2015

So many years have past! 16 years....You will always be remember as a one of a kind gentleman! RIP. I wish your family and Betsy the best !

Retired PO Amy Beth Krisanda
Westchester Co DPS

January 9, 2015

Even though I didn't see you a lot I still think about you often and the overall sacrifice you made and hopefully one day I will represent you by wearing The Westchester County Police Badge. I know your having a blast with Gram,Uncle Mickey, and Grandpa. Love you Uncle Charlie.

Joe
Nephew

January 12, 2013

Dear Charlie,

You won't be forgotten. xo

Pam
sister-in-law

January 9, 2013

Charlie -

I know you are smiling down on Besty as she continues to Honor you every day of her life!!!! May you Rest in Peace always and I know you will always send Warm Embraces to Betsy and Jill!!

God Bless

Diane Lugo
Friend of Betsy

January 9, 2013

Sgt. Rice,
On today, the 6th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Westchester County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 9, 2013

We all miss you, Charlie! You were a true gentleman and always had a big smile. Rest in Peace and God Bless you and your family!

PO Paulette Parent (Retired)
WCDPS

January 9, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the third 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 pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 9, 2012

Charlie, you were a good man, a great co-worker and one of the best bosses I ever had the pleasure to work for. You are missed.

Sgt. Dennis D'Alessio
Westchester County P.D. New York

June 3, 2011

Sergeant Rice, Thank you for your service. May G-d bless your family and give them the strength to endure their loss. G-d willing, we will all be reunited in a better place.

G-d Bless!

Det.
CPD

May 23, 2010

On Thursday May 13, 2010 I had the pleasure of meeting Sergeant Rice's wife and daughter. It was readily apparent just how much he will be missed. The way we came to meet is tragic, however the meeting was not. I had the pleasure of presenting them with a flag donated by C.O.P.S. I hope our short interaction will help them on their road to hope and recovery. God Bless this lovely family in thier time of need.... DJ

F/Sgt D.R. Johnson
Duke University Police / LEU

May 19, 2010

Charlie,
May you rest in peace, and alway know that we will always watch over and care for Betsy and Jillian.

Chris

Sgt. Anthony Chris Saline, Ret.
T/Mamaroneck PD - Brother in Law

May 2, 2010

Sergeant Rice thank you for your service. May God Bless you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Lieutenant
Del Rio Police Department

April 7, 2010

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