New Orleans Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Sunday, January 7, 1973
Reflections for Patrolman Philip J. Coleman, Sr.
Philip was my classmate in elementary school. We graduated together from O.L.S.H. He was the kindest to me of all in my class. Philip was tall and slim with the most wonderful smile, which displayed his chipped front tooth. I last saw Philip just a few years after high school when I was at a bus stop near Franklin Ave. and Gentilly Blvd. He greeted me with his charming smile; we chatted a bit, and he left. Throughout the years, I have treasured the signed school photo he gave me and will always remember him as I knew him, an exceptionally nice guy.
At the time of the shooting, my brother had just left the N.O.P.D. He was in the First District and knew Louis Sirgo and Ed Hosli. This tragedy happened after I graduated high school in 1966, and learned that my classmate Sheila was the daughter of Deputy Superintendant Louis Sirgo.
I’ve read that Sheila has died, and I hope that Philip Jr. is well and has a good life.
Marlene Bernard
Friend
July 28, 2024
Patrolman Coleman,
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 New Orleans. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
January 7, 2023
Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
January 7, 2021
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 39th 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 who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. 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
January 7, 2012
You are not forgotten.
Sergeant Scott Monaco
New Orleans Police Department
February 2, 2011
Thank-you for your sacrifice. May you R.I.P. and may your family keep your memory in front.
Det. 223
Slidell PD
May 3, 2008
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE
VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
January 1, 2008
Rest in peace sir. Remembered today and always.
Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
January 7, 2007
Thank you for your sacrifice to the citizens of New Orleans. You have not been forgotten. RIP.
July 2, 2006
god bless this brave man. may you be with God in heaven in eternal happiness.
Dylan Baboth
May 23, 2006
Rest inpeace Brother Phil, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten.
Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73
Assistant Chief Carl Wortham
Sand Springs Police Dept. Okla
February 6, 2004
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