Springfield Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, February 20, 1953
Reflections for Police Officer John W. Connors
Officer Connors, it has been 71 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 military and 6 years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
February 20, 2024
Officer Connors it's now been 70 years since your tragic death, but for those who knew and loved you best it's been days or hours. You have not, nor will you be forgotten, Brother.
God Bless and may you always and forever Rest in Peace.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department
February 20, 2023
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 55th 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.
Rest In Peace.
Your memory will always be honored and revered for time never diminishes respect
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 20, 2012
Officer Connors, thank you for your service to the citizens of Springfield, the Commonwealth as a whole and the People of the United States for your service in World War 2. You are a true hero.
God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
June 19, 2010
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR DEDICATION ANS SERVICE. ALSO YOUR MILITARY SERVICE IS APPRECIATED, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSIONS YOU CHOSE.
Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH
February 12, 2008
Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.
Motor Officer Danny Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.
February 20, 2007
Officer Connors,
On today, the 53rd anniversary of your death, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but for our Country as well when you served during WWII.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
February 20, 2006
You are a true hero. Thank you.
Someone greatful
Newton MA
November 20, 2005
06/04/04
It has been 51 years since you died but you are not forgotten. Rest in peace sir.
Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.
June 4, 2004
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