New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Sunday, October 3, 2021
Reflections for Police Officer William M. Kelly
Dad,
On today, the 23rd year of your service and sacrifice, I would like to thank you for your service to your family and our nation.
Words cannot describe the hole left in our hearts after you passed. I thank you, for all that you did as my father and teacher. I am grateful that God allowed you to stay just long enough to watch me grow.
While growing up, I saw your health struggles. Seeing your decline in health was difficult for me. I only wish that I know more earlier. Knowing now, I realize that God had only lent you to us for additional 20 years, and for that amount of time I am grateful.
I dedicate my service to others a reflection of your service to me. You are and were my inspiration to serve in our nation's military. My only wish other than being able to see you again, is to make an impact as great as you left for us. I thank you again for your service me and to our nation.
"- And he will raise you up on eagle’s wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand."
Senior Airman Kelly
United States Air Force
September 11, 2024
Officer Kelly,
On today, the 2nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City and our Country as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 3, 2023
Heavenly Father, I am grateful for the lives and sacrifices of all America’s Peace Officers. They died serving us. Help us never forget. Help us celebrate their lives and honor their sacrifices. Be with the families of these fallen peace officers. Comfort them and give them Your strength and peace. Guide us as we seek to take care of the families of these fallen heroes. May we care for them with integrity. In commemorating the deaths of these fallen heroes, help us also to remember that death is not the end. Death does not have the final say, but is simply the transition from this earthly life to the heavenly life yet to come. This assurance was guaranteed to all believers upon the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. We look forward to that life to come with joy and anticipation. Thank You, Lord God, for hearing this prayer. In the mighty and holy name of Christ Jesus, Your dear Son, I pray. Amen.
And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” [Psalm 23:4 ESV]
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, FCPO-USA
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Merrimack, NH 03054
Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department
June 13, 2023
Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.
Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD
March 5, 2023
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)
February 28, 2023
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