Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I am glad to see this low life punk Charles rot in jail where he belongs. The nerve to kill a law enforcement who locked your worthless ass up. You are a thug just like the rest of those low lives you hung around in ozone park. Officer Gelb will always be a hero!

Joe
Retired NYPD

October 7, 2021

Al your name and the good times we shared as new/young Officer's working at Brooklyn Criminal Court comes up often when a few of us old times left from those days get together. You are remembered as good Officer and man and how proud we were to work beside you. We recall standing at attention as a memorial plaque was raised in your honor in the lobby of 120 Schermerhorn, a sad day for all. I know you are Resting in Peace and if God ever needs an Officer to patrol the halls of Heaven you are the man!

UCO John Giordano

UCO John Giordano Part Captain
NYS Courts Unified Courts of the State of NY

July 4, 2021

Thank you Court Officer Albert Gelb for your service to keep New York safe. You have been missed. I am praying for your family as a loss like this never leaves us. Thank you. I pray to see you in the hereafter and that God has rewards waiting for you. Thank you.

Kim Durham
Davis Police Department - Daughter

June 21, 2019

Thinking about you today.
I hope you are watching and will guide me toward a decision that will heal my heart.
Family...,,.. I promised.
Help me.
Miss you.
Emmy

Emily Gelb
Sister

May 6, 2019

Hi Alby
I am thinking of you so much this week so you must be close.
The family is ok. Your cousin needs strength at this time.
Give him a hand, OK?
Some bumps along the road but we remain strong.
That’s how the Gelbs roll
Miss you every day.
Emmy

Emily Gelb
Sister

August 3, 2018

I see your face in every tear I cry
Miss you so much.
Life changes
Love remains
Emmy

Emily.
Sister

June 29, 2018

Thank you, Christian Durante.
It means so much to me that, after all these years, you would make an effort to provide a picture of my brother.
Wishing you the best.
Warmly,
Emily

Emily Gelb
Sister

November 6, 2017

Hi Alby
So tonite is the Court officers dinner in your honor. I am stuck at home because I couldn’t fly. I have ear infections in both ears.
The rest of the family was there to honor your name.
We have a new baby in the family Alby. Alyssa Irma Is a beautiful little girl. It’s wonderful to see the Gelb family growing.
We are truly blessed.
Please continue to watch over this family and to keep us from any harm. You know my heart. See what you can do.
Missing you a lot these days.
Emmy

Emily Gelb
Sister

November 6, 2017

Albie,
What is there to say other than we know you are in a better place and at peace. Not only were you a friend you were family. it's weird how its been over 40 years but the good memories remain like it was yesterday. That morning when the police knocked at the door haunts me always, that day was one of the more difficult times I have had to endure. Calling your parents, going upstate to find Emily...It was that friendship we had that helped me through it all. RIP my friend until we meet again.
Peace
Rich

Rich
Friend

May 24, 2017

Thinking of you today. Mommy has joined you now so it's just me. Don't worry I got it all under control here. But could use a little help, Albie
Miss you so much. Emmy

Emily
Sister

March 13, 2017

The Gelb family proudly attended the Annual Awards Dinner again this year. So many Court Officers came to speak to me to praise you and to show respect for your sacrifice.
It has been 40 years since you passed. Time flies but our love for you is as strong as it always was.
There is a new Gelb baby boy, Robert. He will know his cousin thru the family.
We love you and miss you EVERY SINGLE DAY.
Em

Emily Gelb
Sister

November 27, 2016

40 yrs ago today so many lives were changed. a wonderful man was killed in cold blood. we miss you everyday--even those who never met you and only know of your legacy. hope we are making you proud. r.i.p albert gelb

karen gelb martinez

March 11, 2016

It was my honor to research newspapers, magazines, online & books to find your Photo. I found this photo in a 1976 New York Times article about your heroic sacrifice. I felt it was necessary to have a photo on this website so that your family & friends can remember you. Rest Easy Hero! Always Remembered!

APO Christian Durante
NYPD: 68th Precinct Auxiliary Police Unit

February 9, 2016

Hi Albie
Today, your family needs your help. You know all the details and we pray you can make things happen. Move some mountains. We need a Miracle now.
As for myself, I ask you to lead me in the right direction. To provide a path where I see none. And keep me strong in my decisions.

We pray for your guidance and miss you every single day.

Em

Emily
Sister

February 5, 2016

I heard about this case when I first got on the job in 1981. I am thankful for your service and glad that they got the guy and it's no longer a cold case.

Principal Court Cletk
Court Administration

July 2, 2015

worked in the criminal courts in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens from 1974 to 1979. Appreciate your sacrifice.

w. clauss Assoc Ct Clk
fellow criminal court officer

March 24, 2015

Hey Albie

I thought of you today and feel your presence. Thanks for watching over us and keeping us from harm. Sure could use a little help now.....Miss you!
Emmy

Emily Gelb
Sister

June 9, 2014

Officer Gelb,
On today, the 36th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of New York. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

March 11, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 36th 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.

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your sister Emily and your friends for sharing their memoireis and devotion to you through their reflections. I am glad that after many long years your family got some measure of justice.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

March 11, 2012

Rest in peace Officer Gelb and Olav Hashshalom, your gallantry won't be forgotten.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 11, 2012

34 years ago today so many lives were changed. i still can't believe it. you have left a legacy in this family that i know you are watching from above. one is a fireman and first responder, one has dreams of being a court officer in your footsteps. one has set her goals on being an oncologist. as we mourn another year you're gone, we are learning to celebrate your life and make you as proud of who we are, as you were to us. love and miss you always alby. r.i.p.

karen gelb martinez
cousin

March 11, 2011

Another year has passed. Our family attended the Court Officer's Association Awards dinner. As I do every year, I presented the Albert Gelb Award and spoke to the guests. I am so honored to be a part of this evening. You will never be forgotten. Of this, I am sure. Miss u every day, Alby

Emily Gelb

November 4, 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 11, 2010

I am relieved for Albert's mother and sister. I only wish that this had "ended" in his father's lifetime. They all died their first death that morning! It has been a long slow climb for justice with heartache that is impossible to comprehend unless you have been through such a death yourself. Thank God there are few families in this world that have.
I am a Gelb and stand taller because of the pride Albert has brought to the name.

Alma (Gelb) Hill

Alma Hill
cousin

October 13, 2009

After 33 long years, the murderer of my beloved brother, Court officer Albert Gelb, has been tried and sentenced to 2 consecutive life terms in prison.
My family wished to express our gratitude to all those Agencies that assisted in this case. We are forever in your debt.
We miss you Alby, every day.

Emily Gelb
sister

September 25, 2009