Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your dedication and service is appreciated. Bless your family. We now have the watch.

Deputy R. L. Matthews
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews EOW 9-30-05

October 30, 2010

God Bless you sir.

Rick F.
Ret. CO

October 30, 2010

Where do I begin ? So many stories, or should I say..."adventures" ? I met you when I was fresh out of the academy, 2 days as I recall...you were in the report room and complimented me on some call I just went to...I was immeadiately taken in by your welcoming nature, then realized you were the funniest person I'd ever met. Your story telling could keep me going for hours, bro, listening to you was better than any movie or comedian I'd ever, or will ever, see. I always told you to write a book, and you said you were, but that of course you were "changing the names" to protect the innocent...haha..You had a way of putting your own special spin on everything, and made it all ok. 3-11s, with gerry and doug, "coffee" at the blacktop, 310 on midz...me, you, george and brian...Vegas in 98...we should have really gone again !! The late night bar trips, Clevelend, when you jumped in the pool at fagins in uniform and took the palm tree with you !! The "NYPD" talk...see you back at the house....I need a bus and a boss...SERPICO, MATRIX, COPLAND...wigwam, geronimos...watsup jay gee ? You had more arrests than anyone in the department...and many of my own where made as a result of working with you....This does'nt seem real...you have left a huge gaping hole in our lives that will NEVER be filled...it was a pleasure and honor to have known you, even if for such a short time...godspeed brother, see you again one day.

Det. Jack Garland
Teaneck Police Dept.

October 30, 2010

RIP brother John.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.

OFFICER
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS POLICE

October 29, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with those friends and family members that are left behind and cannot follow. Rest in peace my brother in blue...we will take it from here.

PFC Adam F Laser
Westminster City Police Department

October 29, 2010

I am with the Teaneck Police Department in the Training Bureau.

I often look up from my desk to see Jake’s sweet face on last year’s holiday card from your family.

John was such a nice man and an admirable officer. I will miss him.

My deepest sympathy to Martha, Jake, Family and Friends.

Carol Stevenson

Carol Stevenson
Teaneck Police Dept. Training Bureau

October 29, 2010

You blew the whistle for coffee
We all came running in
Underneath the building
A show was about to begin,

Front and center you took the stage
Tales and jokes were told
Even a truffle shuffle
Your personality was loud and bold,

You were a leader at work
And always lent a hand
You had the biggest heart
Only God can understand,

From the depths of our hearts
We will miss you dear
Your memory will always live on
To John be revered.

PO Justin Rodriguez
Teaneck PD

October 29, 2010

It was a privilege to work with John Abraham. If you were one of the lucky ones, then you know his relentless commitment to our profession and his love for it. No one cared for their brothers and sisters more than John did. It became evidently clear as I witnessed John come to their aid on a regular basis before they would ever ask. If you knew John you were blessed! John brought laughter to a room like no one else, often making himself the pun of a joke for a laugh. Few every picked my spirits up as John did. I will miss you brother!

Det. Saul Santiago Jr.
Teaneck P.D.

October 29, 2010

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, Tx

October 29, 2010

Rest in peace brother...to Officer John Abraham I render a final salute.

PO K.J. JONES #31
North Greenbush, NY PD

October 29, 2010

God Bless and Godspeed.

Lisa
GEORGIA CIVILIAN

October 28, 2010

Rest in Peace. You will be missed by all that knew you.

Eilish B Bresnan
Bergen County Probation Department

October 28, 2010

May Officer Abraham rest in peace. My prayers are with the Teaneck Police Department and Officer Abraham's family.
R.I.P Sir!

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

October 28, 2010

rest in peace brother

det
nypd

October 28, 2010

Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.

Sgt. Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

October 27, 2010

Condolences to the family ,friends and fellow officers of John Abraham. I was not privileged enough to know John, but know people that did. Rest in Peace to a true hero and friend to many.

Anonymous

October 27, 2010

R.I.P. Brother Abraham.

Off.B.McDonough
Elizabeth,N.J.P.D.

October 27, 2010

I had the distinct honor and pleasure of working with John for the last 17 years. Not only was he the best cop that I had every met. But he was one of the most compassionate Brother in Blue that i have known in my years on the job.

If there was a police event, he was there and first in line to volunteer. His sense of humor and wit were second to none, he could ball-bust with the best of them and wasn't afraid to give sound advise when asked. Him and I had many heart to hearts between two cruisers windows over the years, that I will cherish until the day I join him.

I considered him a true friend... His loss was a deep cut to our community, in teaneck but more importantly to our PD.

We'll miss you dear friend,
R.J. Burns

PO Ross Burns
Teaneck PD

October 27, 2010

Your service will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department

October 27, 2010

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer John Abraham, and the Teaneck P.D. 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. Officer Abraham, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

October 27, 2010

God Speed my brother! May you watch over us while patrolling heaven! We shall never forget our brave brothers and sisters, true heroes who perished in the line of duty.

Corporal George Guzman, Jr.
William Paterson University Police Department

October 27, 2010

I go back to work today, but I know it won't ever be the same. I keep thinking your going to call my phone so we can talk about all this craziness. I miss you so much already, your death is truly the worlds loss. Im not sure if I will ever heal or if I even want to.I will always remember the great times, the laughs, the arguments your stories and nicknames for everyone. Look down on us from heaven every once and a while. R.I.P. my brother from another mother we've got it from here.

P.O. Edward Kazmierczak
Teaneck Police

October 27, 2010

I am a police officer from Ontario, Canada. God bless you John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jason Murray

October 26, 2010

John was such a kind and caring person. He was aleays there willing to help no matter what. I am so proud to have known him and to have worked along side him. Sheila and I will miss you John. A true professional.

Lieutenant L. Bell
Teaneck Fire Dept.

October 26, 2010

A great man has gone to clear a safe path for those of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Teaneck Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.

Chief Steven I. Marshall
Washington, NH Police Dept.

October 26, 2010