Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Del Gaudio and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Officer Del Gaudio has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family and friends of Officer Del Gaudio, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Del Gaudio is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

SA Thomas Doyle
FBI New York City

March 9, 2007

We Remember The Officers

We remember the officers who changed our lives,
The men and woman who protected us day and night,
People who respect for their dedication to the cause,
For when faced with danger, they never even pause.
We remember the officers who always stood true,
Whatever the color of uniform, brown gray or blue,
With pride and integrity they say "To serve and protect",
For the giving of their life, we offer our respect.
We remember the officers who we never really knew,
Persons strong enough to answer the challenge are few,
With heavy hearts we mourn the officers in eternal rest,
There's more to these people than the badge on their chest.

Reserve Officer Mitchell
Wyoming Police Department

October 24, 2006

It has been over 30 years my love. I often think back on the night I said good-bye to you as you went to serve your final shift. As I reflect on it, there are so many things I would have wanted you to know, so many things I would have said and done. Every day that goes by, your face appears before me, your voice and wonderful laugh echo in my ears and the memory of how safe I felt in your arms lingers around me. I tell everyone that enters my life, don't let a day go by without telling your loved ones how much you cherish them and what they mean to you. To live with regret for unsaid things is so very difficult.
I will see you again someday my darling and all the pain and emptiness of life without you will dissapear. I love you still and will for eternity.

Beth
Wife

October 23, 2006

I am the child that my mother was pregnant with when my father was killed 30 years ago. I am honored to be the daughter of someone that is so respected and is remembered by those that knew him and those that never even met him. A sincere thank you to all the law enforcement men and women that put their lives on the line every day.

Andrea
daughter

May 31, 2006

I turned 7 years old on the day you gave your life in service to the public you swore to protect. I grew up in the Phoenix Metro area, and I thank you for your service to the public, to which I belonged. You did not die in vain, for it was through your sacrfice the Unlawful Flight law came to be. I will never forget you and your sacrafice. Your family, friends, and those who knew you and served with you in Phoenix blue will always be in my prayers.

Ofc. Kelly McClain #380
Chandle PD, Chandler AZ

April 14, 2006

Officer Del Gaudio and I share the same last name but are not related. I am honored to share that name with a man who put his life on the line for our safety. May his soul rest in peace and may his child be blessed as well.
Lou Del Gaudio

December 3, 2005

We will never forget.

Phoenix Police #5817

April 22, 2005

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer. Today, April 22, 2003 we dedicated the shift to the memory of P.O. Arthur Del Gaudio Jr., who died on this date 27 years ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Officer Del Gaudio's sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC