Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

ALVIN,
WE MISS YOU BROTHER. I CANT BELIEVE YOU'VE BEEN GONE
THIS LONG. WE NEVER WORKED TOGETHER, BUT MET A COUPLE TIMES. THOUGH YOUR PHYSICAL PRESCENSE, MAY BE GONE, OUR MEMORIES, OF YOU, KEEP YOU ALIVE IN OUR HEARTS, FOREVER.

*GREATER LOVE HATH NO ONE, THAN TO LAY DOWN THEIR LIFE, FOR THAT OF ANOTHER.
SO SAYETH THE LORD!!!

Retired P/O CHRIS EDWARDS, #734
Former Philadelphia HOUSING Police

April 11, 2024

Alvin Sr., we Miss You. Fellow Marine, we Miss You. Brother Officer, we Miss You.
We all worked in Hotel Security at the largest hotel in the state, the Wyndham Franklin Plaza in Philly.
You and Your Son, Alvin Jr., at our team meeting. You were a Strength, a Gentlemen and Decent Man. You Worked Plainclothes for Philly Housing Police, What A Challenge. That agency hardly even exists now. You are not forgotten...

Sgt. Michael Slaughter #103
Friend, Former Co-Worker

October 4, 2022

Thank you for your service, both military as well as police, and please know that your sacrifice will always be remembered by your law enforcement brethren. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven RizzoDelaware State Police (Retired)

April 12, 2021

In these troubled times, I was thinking of you and your courage, kindness and sacrifice. It is hard to believe it has been so long and so many of us are retired now. I wish you were here to enjoy retirement along with the rest of us.
Semper Fi,
Gordon Todd

PHA #767, Lansdale PD#13, LtCol USMC ret
Philadelphia Police Academy classmate

June 17, 2020

Rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

April 17, 2020

Alvin, Officer Palmer, I have NEVER FORGOTTEN YOU, Brother, I Couldn't, Even If I tried. You See, The 12th of April, is ALSO, My paternal Brother's Birthday. So I am Humbly Reminded each year, on HIS BIRTHDAY, of, YOUR SACRIFICE. Continue to Watch Over Us.

Ret. Sgt Chris Edwards
U.S. Army Military Police/P.H.A. POLICE

July 6, 2019

Alvin,

I remember when you and Peter would come and pick me up from the Projects to take me to the Police Academy, when my car failed. I thank you for being there for me during the time of my struggles.You were always so kind and humble and professional. I will never forget you Big Al!

Rest well with Jesus .
Love your Sister in Blue

Det. Perdetha Watson
University of Penn Police Department

November 29, 2018

Alvin,
I remember you and your little boy at our security meeting at the Wyndham Franklin Plaza... We some how made it through those midnight shifts, protecting guests without a single weapon....You were a marine, and a fine gentlemen devil dog! We spread out through the landscape to counter the crime culture that contaminates our society. We all made it to
PDs and continue your legacy of fierce bravery towards the most violent
in our worlds. YOU ARE ALWAYS WITH US ALVIN!!

Det Michael Slaughter
Bristol Twp Bucks Co Police

November 21, 2017

It's now 21 years yet, you have NOT been forgotten. RIP-still, Brother.

Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

April 12, 2016

It seemed like a long time ago when we attended the academy back in 1994, but it seems like yesterday when I lost my friend. Al you will always be remembered and never forgotten! Until we meet again my brother!

Officer III
Miami Gardens Police Department

April 12, 2016

20 years since your sacrifice. We cannot thank you enough for your courage, commitment, and sacrifice. We also want to thank you for the positive impact you had on the lives of us who knew you and worked with you. You have allowed me to remain focused on what is important, and to truly understand what it is we try to accomplish as Police Officers. Thank you for so much.

S/A Dave McCann
former PHA Police

April 11, 2015

I was talking with my Security Captain here at SCI Chester Correctional facility and looking at the photo 12 Housing Police Officers who were asigend the Attorneys Generals Office (NARC) We his personal Honor Guards and we woulden have had it any other way. Man I miss all of you especially PO A. Palmer (PHAPD) I and the others know we were some of the best that ever put on a Police Uniform. This picture proudly hangs on my office wall. Every time i look at it I recall his childern faces. I will always keep him and his family in my paryers.

Fraternally Yours
PHAPD/SGT Andrews

Lieutenant Charles J. Andrews
(1991-01 PHAPD)(2001-present DOC)

January 15, 2014

I miss my brother with all my heart c u again Abby I love u

shenna
sister

August 21, 2013

I think about my conrad often, and I have offered up many prayers for his family and loved ones left behind.
Region #9 PHAPD Sgt. Andrews

Lieutenant Charles J. Andrews
SCI CHESTER

March 5, 2012

Al, Rest in peace brother, You have many people praying for you, The Mangan's

John Mangan

February 13, 2012

its been 16yrs since i last seen my brother and i still miss him dearly gods got a good gaurd at the golden gates so if your not right get right!!

family member
his brother

December 5, 2011

I remember when you graduated from the academy. I was the PHAPD Training Officer then. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Philadelphia, as a police officer, your Country, as a Marine, (Although I served in the Army, Jim Farley said I could have been a Marine, and made me an honorary) so Semper-Fi, Rest in peace.

Lt. Ty Peters
Philadelphia Housing Police

August 2, 2011

I just found this web site. I responded to the assist officer on April 12, 1995 at 5th and Westmoreland. I will never forget that night. I helped other officers carry Alvin to a wagon, which took him to the hospital. An hour later, I and two other officers attempted to stop two suspects in Alvin's shooting, and one of the men fired a shot at us at 7th and Tioga. We caught both of them, but despite their similarity of dress, they were not the murderers. I heard that night about what Alvin had done, and how that animal shot him in cold blood. I wanted badly to get the men who had killed him. I felt that I owed him that. I am sorry that I did not, but I am glad that someone did. When I saw Alvin's picture at the top of this page I remembered it all over again. I want to thank a true American hero and his family for his service and sacrifice.

Anonymous
Philadelphia Police

June 23, 2011

Al,

Visited your grave yesterday and brought a friend who is a fellow Police Officer. I shared your story with him so that you are not forgotten.

Had a conference call today with about 20 other Police Officers. Talked about LOD deaths. Naturally, I shared your story with them too.

Needless to say, all appreciate your sacrifice. For 16 years I have shared your story with many people. I will continue to do all I can to ensure your heroism is never forgotten.

Thanks Al. You are a true Hero and one who is never forgotten.

Anonymous

April 12, 2011

I sat next to you every day during our months in the Philadelphia Police Academy Class #306. I'll never forget that time together. God bless you and your family for your service and sacrifice.

Sgt. Martin G. Murphy
Delran Police Department

May 13, 2010

The End of your watch was the day I was hired as Deputy. Rest well, Officer Palmer. God Bless

Deputy Sheriff James C. Clemmons
Cook County Sheriffs Dept

May 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

April 12, 2010

Semper Fi, Brother.

AZ Narc

September 21, 2009

God Bless you Al. My prayers are with the family, You will never be forgotten.

John Mangan

June 30, 2009

Hey Al just wanted to say Hi and visit with you for a moment....Miss you bud!

Mark Marrical Mesa PD
Friend

June 11, 2009