Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

its been 18yrs u have a an amazing grandson he looks alot like u and i hope he grows up to has good as fater husband and just a good man like u wer imiss soo much.

erin
daughter

February 1, 2011

Chief Mortell you are remembered by your brother and sister officers of the Boston Police Department. RIP

Det. Michael Kane
Boston Police Dept.

December 19, 2010

16 years ago.....Think of you often.

Scott Mentzer
Shrewsbury MA PD

February 1, 2010

Rest In Peace Bob,

Thomas King
Westborough Police Retired

June 4, 2009

Bobby is still im my thoughts and prayers. Not one February goes by that I don't stop to reflect on what a tremendous loss this was.

Pam, you and the kids are also always in my prayers. I hope you are all doing well.

And on Memorial Day, I thank him for his service to Paxton and the sourrounding towns, where he was our friend, mentor, colleague and true leader.

Sue Roundy, M.Ed., Evidence Mgr.
Carson City Sheriff's Offfice (Bobby was my friend)

May 27, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over all of them and let them feel your presence so they know you are near. You have not been forgotten.

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

February 1, 2009

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

January 28, 2008

Dear Bobby, You have been missed for a long time now. I remember that day that your life was taken. You were always here for the families in town mine included. You often knew that I babysat and would sit across the street to make sure I was all set. I now have 3 children of my own and they know your story very well, as a matter of fact every time we drive down Rt. 31 Your dedicated highway where your life ended so unfairly my 9 yr. old daughter tells us "thats where OUR POLICE CHEIF died" and points out the area. She was only one year old at the time. We have even gone to the cemetary and sent our prayers to you and your family.
I myself remember the day you were layed to rest and how many of your brothers and sisters marched to say goodbye to you. Most of them were unable to make it into the church because of the small size so my family opened our house to any that just needed to warm up or use the bathroom. The bag pipes played and everyone cryed. Even you dog was so heart broken we lost him soon after.

BOBBY MAY YOU REST IN PEACE
YOU MAY BE GONE
BUT
YOU WILL NEVER
BE FORGOTTEN!

Citizen Of Paxton

November 20, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

November 8, 2007

What a terrible story. I sincerely hope that none of the killers see the light of day again!

Chief Mortell, thank you for your service. Neither you, nor your sacrifice, will ever be forgotten.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

August 7, 2007

Thank you for your service and dedication. May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

February 13, 2007

Chief Mortell, today marks the 13th anniversary of your murder. I can't believe it's been 13 years.

May you continue to Rest in Peace and may God Bless all those you left behind, though you still are with them in spirit.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

February 1, 2007

Bobby was a dear friend and colleague. I worked in a neighboring town for many years. He was not your average chief. He was truly a cop's cop. Hard-charging when needed and gentle as a lamb when with his family. The photo here is of Bob with his K-9 Ginger.

Chief Mortell was an instructor at the In-Service Academy at Mt. Wachusett Community College, the Town of Paxton D.A.R.E. Officer, and a high honors graduate of Quinsigamond Community College's Criminal Justice Program. He was also a graduate of the Criminal Justice program at Anna Maria College in Paxton.

Bob was a friend, colleague and mentor to the law enforcement community as well as the beloved chief of his department.

Always in my thoughts and prayers, dear friend.

Sue Roundy, Evidence Mgr.
Carson City Sheriff's Department

October 28, 2006

I grew up in the very small town of Paxton and was close in age to (Chief) Bobby Mortell. Though I no longer live there, my parents still do and I still consider it my hometown. I want to thank Bobby for his service to our town. I remember him every time I drive over the beautiful reservoir on Rt 31, the road that now bears your name. I send prayers to his wife, children and his brother. I also send a special prayer out to Jenna, the daughter of the man who ended Bobby's life. May the Lord grant her peace and forgiveness toward her father.

former resident of Paxton

October 2, 2006

I attended your funeral as a member of the HUPD Honor Guard. I was impressed by the whole Town of Paxton came to a halt that day, in your honor. Your family, friends, brothers and sisters in blue and the Town of Paxton will not forget you.

God Bless and Rest in Peace.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

March 20, 2006

12 yrs. ago today. Never to be forgotten. God bless the Mortell family.

Ret. PO
City of Miami PD (Fla)

February 1, 2006

God bless

Pecos Police Department
Pecos Texas.

May 29, 2005

Your dedication and bravery will never be forgotten. I wish I could have met you. Rest assured brother, your family will always be looked after. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice.


Paxton PD

Anonymous

November 3, 2003

Rest easy, Chief. Your tour has ended, yet, you will never be forgotten.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)

Rest in peace blue angel.

concerned citizen