Poughkeepsie City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Thursday, September 25, 1969
Reflections for Patrolman Raymond Cleveland
This was “My Uncle Ray”. Although I was only 15 I remember him dearly. A lot of fun at his house when myself and my siblings went to visit.
He is buried with my Dad in Poughkeepsie NY
Rest in Peace Uncle Ray.
With Love,
Linda (Clark) Kaiser ❤️
Linda (Clark) Kaiser
Niece
June 6, 2024
Rest in peace Officer Cleveland.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
January 6, 2022
I'm Raymond Cleveland the 3rd, I wish I had met my grandfather. I was born in '74. Thank you all for your support of him, and I'd like to thank all men and women in blue!!! God bless and stay safe. :)
Raymond Cleveland
Grandson
March 3, 2021
I was working at the time Off. Cleveland was attacked . Off. Richard Sauter drove Ray to the hospital in Ray's police traffic truck. I have a few stories about working with Off. Cleaveland if the family is interested. RL # 44 & 70 . Retired in April 1989 in charge of the City of Poughkeepsie Traffic Division.
Patrolman Richard A. Leigh
City of Poughkeepsie Police Department
January 28, 2021
It's been almost 51 years and the pain and hurt is still heavy in my heart .this was my grandfather and I never got to meet him .just the story's of what a wonderful man he was as a father grandfather and husband and police officer.he gave his life and there is nothing that will ever stop the missing him or the remembrance of his sacrifice.my condolence to any family that has lost a family member of the police force.there brave act of courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.true heros and they will never be forgotten.
Kathleen r Cleveland
Grandaughter
August 14, 2020
Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service. Never forgotten.
Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA
September 25, 2019
Officer Cleveland,
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 Poughkeepsie. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
September 25, 2019
Officer Cleveland,
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 Poughkeepsie. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
September 25, 2019
Another year has past and you are still missed still honored and still time can't change the heartache of how you left us all to soon.love you grandpa .
Kathleen cleveland
Grandaugter
November 3, 2016
We honor your service to the department and the community. Rest in peace. We remember you as we draw near to the date of the anniversary of your death.
Chief Ronald J Knapp
City of Poughkeepsie Police (NY)
September 11, 2015
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 43rd 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 dimishes respect. Your memory will always be remembered and revered.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
September 25, 2012
this was my grandfather i never meet I was born 2 years later, I never was told the whole story. love u papae.love kathleen r. cleveland
cleveland grand daughter
granddaughter
December 11, 2011
This officer lost his life on the day that I was born. I offer my condolences to his family and his department.
Trooper C.J. Trantham
Alabama State Troopers
June 13, 2004
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