Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Childhood friend. I was so shocked the day we heard of your death. Still have a picture of you at our wedding.
Bob and Diane Korf

Robert and Diane Korf
Childhood friend.

June 2, 2020

UNFORTUNATELY - THE CONVICTED CRIMINALS , AT THE TIME WERE NOT SENTENCED TO DEATH , BY THE ELECTRIC CHAIR - BUT SPANNED OUT THEIR LIVES IN VARIOUS NEW YORK STATE PRISONS. NEVER - EVER TO SEE THE FREEDOM WE ALL ENJOY . PATROLMAN COOTE , REST IN PIECE.

ALBERTS PFITZMAYER
SHERIFF'S DEPT. NASSAU COUNTY JAIL - EAST MEADOW NY

March 22, 2020

Rest in peace.

Lt Jim Russo

March 23, 2019

Patrolman Coote, rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 22, 2019

As an 11 year old boy I remember seeing a shirtless photo in the NY Daily News of Ptl. Coote’s killer with that home made tattoo of “I hate cops” on his chest. That image has stayed with me all these years and the sacrifice made by Ptl. Coote was part of the inspiration for my joining yhe NCPD years later. I salute his memory & the memories of all the other fallen and fondly remember my time with some of the best cops in the world in the NCPD.

COD Tony Rocco, retired
NCPD

March 22, 2019

Every time I pass that location,Ptl Coots name enters my thought process. I recall the incident and little did I know,that two years later,I would become a mamber of the NCPD. Three weeks ago,I was there.At the time it was a "Hills Supermarket" to the best of my recollection RIP Joe.

Sgt.Arthur French ret
NCPD

March 22, 2018

Thanks for the reminder, Brian. I doubt the radio system was all that good in 1961. I doubt Joseph Coote had "walkie-talkie" in his time. And I'm sure the bad guys knew it. Law enforcement requires a degree of bravery, but cops back them must've required a bit more to effectively do the job. Joseph Coote was brave to go after multiple opponents. I hope Joe's family know that he has not been forgotten and our thoughts are with his family for the sacrifice they endured then, and still do to this day.

Retired - Anonymous
NCPD

March 23, 2017

My prayers to you sir and your family. You will NEVER be forgotten

P.O. James Molloy (retired)
NCPD

March 22, 2016

"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death," I will fear no evil, for you are with me. May you walk beside St. Michael to watch over all in law enforcement. God Bless you Joseph.
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Det. Sgt. and Chief Louis J. Savini
Nassau County N.Y, Sewall's Point, FL

March 22, 2016

On the anniversary of my fellow brother and officers' death I reflect on his service and devotion to duty. A special prayer for this officer and that he remains at peace with God.

Detective Jeffrey Schilling
Nassau County police dept.

March 26, 2015

As th daughter of a dec. Blue Blood NYPD, tears come too easily. Thank You for caring about us, and putting your life on the line. You have not died in vane.

LindaLee Law (NYPD daughter)
In honor of Capt Wm D. Law, Sr. NYPD

March 22, 2015

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

May 21, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

March 22, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the fifty-first 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

March 22, 2012

On the 50th anniversary of your death, I left the sixth and drove to Brinkerhoff and Third. I stopped and said a prayer for you. I can't believe your killer was paroled. This is shocking and very disturbing. A sad day for all of us. God bless you !
Rest in peace my brother.

anonymous
N.C.P.D

December 27, 2011

Patrolman Coote,
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 Nassau County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

March 22, 2011

YOU WERE CALLED TO ACTION AND ANSWERED THE CALL TO DUTY. YOU ARE ONE OF THE MANY BRAVE MEN OF NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT. YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. REST IN PEACE.

RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

March 22, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 22, 2010

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1

You are not forgotten, especially on this the anniversery of your death.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.

March 22, 2009

I said a little prayer today for Patrolman Coote and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

March 12, 2009

Sir you died on the day that I turned one year old. May you rest in peace.

Police Officer Nelson Marti
New York State Park Police/Taconic Region

September 23, 2008

I love you. rest in peace.

edward fronckwicz
grandson

March 16, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION. YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE, GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU.

Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH

February 22, 2008

I'm sorry uncle Joseph that I did not get a chance to know you.I'm also ashamed and regretfull that I didnt try to stop the unbelieveable release of your murders ..I was not aware.I can only hope that on the street they might meet an end such as yours.I hope you can come for my father -your brother as he is at the end of his misrable life with out his hero.He misses you alot.See you on the other side sweet man.

deirdre coote
neice

August 21, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

July 30, 2006