Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Buckley, it has been 54 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your 6 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

February 2, 2024

Patrolman Buckley, today marks 52 years since your tragic death. Your sacrifice has not been forgotten. God Bless, Brother and may your rest be ever peaceful.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department

February 2, 2022

I Remember when the Happened. Being born and Raised in Chelsea. I recall Jim as a good Man and he was friends with a family member of mine. RIP.

Ells
Family Friend

December 31, 2021

Officer James E Buckley’s badge number was 141

Retired Chief Frank J Sobolewski
Chelsea Police Department

April 12, 2020

Patrolman Buckley,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chelsea. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 2, 2020

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you Hero and your family for your sacrifice and service. Always remembered.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

February 2, 2020

Rip James ty for your service you are remembered on this day

James Morris Vistor to pay respects to fallen officers.

February 2, 2017

I know your son. I can assure you, you would be most proud. Godspeed.

Sacruhlicious
Friend

December 30, 2012

RIP Sir.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 2, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 42nd 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace

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

February 2, 2012

Remembering you on your anniversary!

Citizen NJ

Anonymous

February 3, 2011

Patrolman Buckley,

Thank you Sir for your service and sacrifice.. You are a HERO and will never be forgotten.. Rest in Peace Sir...

Joyce
Sister of Officer John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

April 22, 2008

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

February 18, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

January 28, 2008

Patrolman Buckley, today marks the 37th anniversary of your tragic and untimely death. Thank you for your service to the people of Chelsea and in the broader sense, the Citizens of the Commonwealth. You are a hero and have not been forgotten.

God Bless and may you Rest in Peace, Brother.

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

February 2, 2007

Patrolman Buckley,
On today, the 35th anniversary of your death, I would like to say thank you for your service to the citizens of Chelsea.
R.I.P.
Anonymous

February 2, 2005