Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hard to believe it has been 30 years. Thank you for your service.

Detective Tom Downes ret.
Chicago

August 7, 2023

Missing you more than ever!
I know you have my Christopher whom you loved dearly, but my heart aches for you both!
Thankful you taught me about God and how to be strong !
Love Your Daughter
Sandy Ann

Sandy Wright
Daughter

August 7, 2023

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 8, 2020

Dad, thinking of all of our family time, your memories of Christmas past hang on my tree.
I wonder often what our family life would be had you not left us so soon, my heart is very heavy missing you at Christmas, you missed being a great grandfather to Christopher’s son who reminds me so much of Chris at this age , looks identical to his father.
When I look at him I have great memories of what a good grandfather you were and sad that you never met your other grandchildren.
You live in my memories forever young .
Love you,
Sandy Ann

Sandy
Daughter

February 16, 2019

Sandy Wright
My name is Lawrence Schirato.
Your father I considered my" uncle Jerry ".
Paul his brother common law marriage to my mother and had Pauline with her. I consider Wright's as part of my family considering most of my child hood life was spent with them.
Your father always treated me kindness and love.
I am glad to see you are still reflecting on your father memory.
God Bless you and your family during the holiday's

Rest in peace Uncle Jerry

LAWRENCE SCHIRATO
Nephew Lawrence

December 28, 2016

Dad, we are starting the month of May once again honoring the officers that have lost their life along with you. I pray every day that these families find peace in their hearts that are broken. I pray every day that her own family will eventually find peace and comfort, I know you're in heaven looking down on us and I know that you may be disappointed and some of us, but I will I will myself continue to carry-on the family values morals and ethics that you taught me as a young child. I love you and I miss you and I know I will see you one day.

Your loving daughter Sandy Ann
Daughter

April 28, 2016

RIP BROTHER

Illinois Antique Emergency Vehicle Assn.

June 24, 2015

Dad,
Wishing you were here to handle another family, situation, I know the truth will always come out, but I hope sooner than later. Please help soften this persons stony heart because we know the truth !
You were on the other end of this mean persons lies too!
I love you and stay on my shoulder, still cancer free and very happy, but my heart is still missing you!
Love your eldest daughter
Sandy Ann

SANDY WRIGHT
Daughter

May 30, 2014

Hard to believe it has been 20 years since that night. We will never forget your sacrifice and dedication to duty. Thank you.

Detective Thomas Downes
Chicago

August 26, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 20th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. 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 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.

I pray for solace for all those that love and miss you for I know that both the pain and pride are forever. I thank your family and friends for sharing their devotion to you through their reflections.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

February 3, 2013

Rest in Peace, Officer Wright. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 27, 2012

Dad really missing you this Christmas I wish you were here to see your beautiful grand children you would be proud.
Christmas was one of your favorite holidays so I try do do something you loved to do on Christmas.
Your Loving Daughter Sandy Ann

Sandy Wright-Evitt
Daughter

December 18, 2010

You have not been forgotten.

"If people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them. Buildings burn, people die, but real love is forever." Author Unknown

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 6, 2010

Remembering you today and every day. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones, guide them and protect them. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of CPD Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 7, 2008

DAD,THIS WEEKEND WE WILL CELEBRATE YOUR DEDICATION AND ALL THE OTHER OFFICERS THAT HAVE FOLLOWED YOU AT AREA 4 RUN TO REMEMBER.I KNOW YOU WOULD NOT BE HAPPY IM ON THE BACK OF A BIKE BUT KEEP A WATCHFULL EYE ON ALL THAT PARTICIPATE IN YOUR HONOR.
JUNE 16TH I MADE MY 3YEAR REMISSON ANNIVERSARY,STAY ON MY SHOULDER AND KEEP MY CANCER AWAY.TODAY COLE GOT TO SIT IN GRANDPA JIMS SQUAD,AND WE TRY TO TEACH HIM ABOUT YOU AND JIMS JOB,I WISH YOU COULD SEE HIS EXCITED FACE HES AN ANGEL BUT I AM SURE YOU KNEW THAT ALREADY.LOVE AND MISS YOU,SANDY ANN

SANDY
DAUGHTER

July 23, 2008

Thought I'd drop in to let you know I was thinking about you today. I have decorated the outside of my home in all blue lights for Christmas, one of those blue lights will be lit every night in your memory from now until New Years as my way of saying you are a true hero and have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones.

Bob Gordon
Father of CPD Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

December 4, 2007

The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

October 17, 2007

DAD, JUST FOUND OUT ABOUT THIS SITE. YOU WERE THE PROUD FATHER OF 3 CHILDREN, SANDY, JON AND RACHEL.

DAD ANOTHER ONE OF YOUR B-DAYS HAS PASSED AND I MISS MY DAD MY BEST FRIEND. YOU WOULD BE VERY PROUD OF YOUR GRANDSON CHRIS, YOU ARE NOW A GREAT GRANDFATHER. I HAVE TRIED TO LIVE UP TO THE MORALS AND TEACH MY FAMILY ALL THE GREAT FAMILY VALUES YOU TAUGHT ME. I OPENED THAT BUSINESS WE TALKED ABOUT AND I NAMED IT AFTER YOU, WRIGHT CUT. I BEAT CANCER,I AM A 1YR SURVIVER I KNOW YOU WERE MY GUARDIAN ANGEL AND IT WAS NOT MY TIME I KNOW I WILL SEE YOU SOON ONE DAY, BUT MY HEART AND OUR FAMILY HAS NEVER BEEN THE SAME SINCE YOU LEFT. I KEEP YOUR MEMORY ALIVE BY BEING INVOVLED WITH THE GOLDSTARS. YOU WERE LOVED BY MANY GREAT FREINDS AND NEIGHBORS.
LOVE YOUR DAUGHTER SANDY ANN

DAUGHTER, SANDY

October 11, 2007

14 years have come and gone since your tragic and untimely murder. I know the pain is still fresh in the hearts of your friends and loved ones. May everyone take comfort in the fact that you will NEVER be forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero!

DET SGT 1/C, Retired
AR

August 7, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 14th anniversary of your EOW. I have met your daughter at Chicago PD memorial functions, she is keeping your memory alive by attending these functions. It can be hard on all of us to attend but we do it to keep your memory alive. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and protect them from harm. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of CPD Officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 7, 2007

My prayers are with you and your family on this anniversary.

Former MD Police Officer
Fauquier County, VA

August 7, 2007

Today is National Law Enforcement Memorial Day and on this day I salute you for your heroism, bravery and dedication to law enforcement. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones, especially your daughter who is keeping your memory alive. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of CPD Officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

May 15, 2007

I was this Officers next door nieghbor & friend, all my boys loved Mr. Wright,He was always there to lend a hand,He was a Veteran Officer who enjoyed doing his job. He made the ultimate scrifice for the citizens of Chicago.

P.O. Robert E. Hansen,Jr.
C.P.D & Neighbor

December 16, 2006

For some reason today when I looked at your picture, I had the feeling to type your name in and see what comes up. I passed near where your house was, and where we picked cherries in the backyard and couldnt help but think about you. i think about you a lot actually. i love you.

Megan
Neice

August 23, 2006

On this 13th anniversary of your EOW, I wanted to leave a reflection to let you know that you have not been forgotten and that soon CPD will have their Memorial completed where your name will be placed with honor and dignity with all the other names of CPD heroes. Your daughter is still keeping your name alive and she is very proud of you. You are a true hero and have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon

August 7, 2006