Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I just read a story in the local paper about the drunk driver responsible for your death. He is now a ordained Reverend who preaches to others about the dangers of drunk driving. It's sad that it took the life of a beloved police officer for him to change his life.

Rest In Peace Sarge.

April 7, 2007

Even as a "busy" teenager, I remember Sgt Gilbert well.
He was a great guy and a great cop.
He is remembered warmly.

Andy Gillis
Son of a Friend

March 23, 2007

To Sgt. John Harold Gilbert and his loved ones:

On this the twenty second anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.

Sgt. Gilbert, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Sgt. Gilbert.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Sgt. Gilbert gave to his community and the citizens of Massachusetts, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 8, 1984.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

March 8, 2006

I knew Sergeant Gilbert when I was his neighbor growing up in Brockton. Rest in peace "Mr. Gilbert." You have inspired many of us to carry on your mission of being kind and caring to others. Thank you for your service.

Sergeant Steven Tenore
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

Sergeant Steven Tenore
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

May 17, 2005

You are a true hero and we will never forget you! Rest easy, we got it from here...

Explorer Mike C
Newton Police Department (MA)

March 8, 2005

Thank you for your service. Rest in peace Brother

Officer Scott Lundegren
Yarmouth Police Dept., MA

August 3, 2004