Waltham Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Reflections for Police Officer Paul Tracey
The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.
There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.
Author Unknown
Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
February 7, 2024
Condolences to the Tracey family
Carson loveless
February 6, 2024
Paul, my friend, you will always be remembered for your kindness to all. Please know that you are missed and will always be remembered PT. I enjoyed every shift that you were on . You always had everyone’s six.
Ret.AuxPd Sgt. Jeanne Skuse
Waltham Police Dept.
February 3, 2024
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Tracey. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Waltham Police Department.
Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service
January 8, 2024
Paul, I thank you for all of your kindness and the laughs you've given all of us. Your dedication to service will never be forgotten. I still remember all the times you told me to head home because my shift was over. But now your shift is over, and we'll take it from here.
Officer George Papachristos
Waltham Police Department
January 2, 2024
Paul, every time I sit at roll call, I'm still waiting for you to come through the doors and look at me with that stupid, infectious smile of yours. I'm so grateful for the time I got to spend with you at work, and I'll never forget you. Please watch over the rest of us, as we continue to serve the citizens of Waltham. You made a positive impact to everyone you met, and I can only strive to be a fraction of the human you were. Paul, your watch is over, and we have it from here. Turn in your keys.
Love you buddy,
-Abbo
Officer Matthew Abbondanzio
Waltham Police Department
December 30, 2023
Officer Tracey, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing,. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
Jess Espinosa
Civilian
December 23, 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
December 18, 2023
Rest in peace brother
M/D w W. M. Cornaz, Ret.
Orange County Sheriffs Office, Fla.
December 17, 2023
Rest in peace brother
M/D William Cornaz Ret.
Orange County Sheriffs Office, Fla.
December 17, 2023
Rest Easy Brother
Deputy Sheriff. Ron Buchholz
Retired Santa Fe County Sheriff NM.
December 15, 2023
To the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Tracey:
On behalf of the men and women of the Lasell University Police Department I extend our deepest sympathy on the loss of such a fine and dedicated police officer and community member. Paul will not be forgotten by the members of law enforcement. RIP Officer Tracey
Sgt. Michael Kane
Lasell University Police, Newton, Mass
December 14, 2023
God bless and thank you for your service
Detective Tim F
Chicago PD
December 14, 2023
Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.
Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York
December 13, 2023
Brother, college and good friend to me since the academy, I will forever be blessed that you were in my life and held the line with me so many times. God bless you, I will spend the rest of my days missing your ever present friendship and infectious insistence on joking about everything, often at my expense.
Charlie Wentworth
Waltham
December 12, 2023
Paul rest is peace the rest of your brothers and sisters in blue will take it from here . May god and the angels above along with you always watch over your family.
Deputy Oconnell.
South Fl
Deputy sheriff W.Oconnell.
Palm Beach County Sheriff’s office
December 11, 2023
Rest in Peace brother
Detective Dan Staple
NYPD/Brotherhood for The Fallen NYC
December 11, 2023
Rest in Peace Officer Tracey and thank you for your service. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Jim Burditt
Parent of a Fallen MA State Trooper
December 11, 2023
GOD BLESS you Sir for your service protecting the citizens in your area. You have paid the ultimate price taking care of those & protecting the people from the evils of this world. GOD BLESS your immediate & work families during this time of mourning.
With much honor & respect for your service & above all rest in peace in GODS loving arms for eternity.
M. L. Poston
December 10, 2023
On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Police Officer Paul Tracey. Please know we are eternally grateful for Paul’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.
To honor Police Officer Tracey, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Waltham Police Department in Waltham, Massachusetts for Paul’s partner and fellow officers. POINT 27 also sent a Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Police Officer Paul Tracey’s wife.
POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.
We will never forget and we are forever grateful.
Respectfully,
Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division (Retired)
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
December 10, 2023
On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Officer, Paul Tracey, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayers and thoughts to the family of the utility worker who succumbed from injuries and to the two other utility workers who were injured for a safe and speedy recovery.
Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office
December 10, 2023
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
December 10, 2023
Rest in peace, Officer Tracey. Praying for your loved ones.
Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY
December 9, 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)
December 9, 2023
God rest his soul.
Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.
December 8, 2023
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