Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace, Officer O'Connor. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 27, 2012

I did not know Jimmy, but am a friend of his brother Tim. I remember this day vividly and think of him as well as all fallen heroes. RIP.

Joe Cedzidlo
Family Friend

February 3, 2012

I am still hurt to this very day I remember like it was yesterday remembering you on patrol with Officer Kearns. The world lost a good man and Chicago lost a great Officer miss you forever remember you forever

Rustie Miller
chicago resident

December 31, 2011

16 Years.... I remember it, like it was yesterday. The WORST day in my life! We just had our 25 year High School reunion buddy. You were talked about through the night! I miss you so much Jimmy! See you at Christmas.

Jim Grasz
Friend

November 15, 2011

It has been 16 years since your ultimate sacrifice but it will never be forgotten. Your prompt action while off-dutyn is a true indication of your professionalism.

Detective Thomas Downes
Chicago

September 21, 2011

16 years ago today you were taken from the world. Not one day goes by where I do not think of you. I went to the place your life was taken and left balloons and flowers. I'm the luckiest girl though knowing that I have you as my guardian angel. I miss you more than you will ever know and so does everyone else. I love you Uncle Jimmy you will always be my angel<3 I love you<3

On September 16th 1995 Chicago lost a hero and i lost my uncle but on September 16th 1995 I also gained a guradian angel.

Sarah
niece

September 16, 2011

Some days are alot darker than others but I know that no matter what I'll have you protecting me from the rain. I graduated High School and I'm planning my future. I know that I won't always succeed but I will always have my guardian angel to follow me and help light the way. I love you Uncle Jimmy and I'll come visit you soon. I'll see you in heaven one day with your arms wide open<3

Sarah O'Connor

July 1, 2011

Jimmy was the epitome of "the best and the brightest". Most of all I miss that mega watt smile. Rest in Peace, dear friend.

Police Aide Eugeina Thurmond
CPD/023rd District

September 16, 2010

*if tears could build a stairway, and memories can build a lane, id walk right up to heaven, and bring you home again<3 * wow uncle jimmy i cant believe its already been 15 years.

Sarah O'Connor
niece

September 16, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones and close friends. Continue to watch over all of them. You have not been forgotten.

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

September 16, 2010

Hey Jimmy...It's Mac..I can't believe it's been almost been 15 yrs since I got "that call" from Jimmy Grasz. Not a day goes by Jimmy where my mind doesn't wander and I think about the good ole days with you, me, Jimmy Grasz and Trieb. Anyway Jimmy you have a new friend up there in Heaven with you..My dad passed away about a month ago and it gives me comfort knowing that he's resting in eternity with one of my best friends, he always got a good laugh whenever you stopped by the house..! Say hi to the Reddog for me Jimmy and tell him we miss him every day as we all miss you!!!!!!!

Mike McGrath

Mac
Friend

February 22, 2010

14 years. Holy cow! Wouldn't mind seeing you walk in the door with your zubas on. LOL! Miss you buddy.

Love,
PJK

PJK

September 27, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 14th 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.


Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

September 16, 2009

Officer O'Connor,
Sir, on today the 14th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

September 16, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. You have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones, protect them from harm and also those still out on patrol. You are a true hero and heroes are never forgotten.

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

September 16, 2008

RIP

Anonymous

September 9, 2008

There are not many days that go by and I do not think about you. You are so very missed by so many people. I am grateful and honored that you were my friend. Not many people in life can say that knew a true hero, but you Jimmy, were always nothing less. Rest in peace, O'C.

Michael Belmonte
Friend

July 9, 2008

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

April 20, 2008

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

Jim, I knew you when we at Weber. You are and always be a hero. Rest in peace.

Steve
h.s. classmate

August 8, 2007

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service.

nc game warden

May 16, 2007

Wow uncle Jimmy. I miss you like crazy! You are my hero. I am 14 now and i am doing a research project for l.a. and its about teens and the justice system for you. teens are so stupid and should be punished harder!!in septemeber you are gonna be gone for 12 years. I miss you uncle jimmy~~ I love you more than anything =]

Sarah

April 30, 2007

Uncle jimmy i miss you. I wnat you to come home! You are my hero! I cant even list all the reasons why because there wouldnt be enough room. I still carry a picture of you. At least your safe now. I Love You.
Sarah

Sarah
Neice

February 25, 2007

Jim,
I met you shortly after I was assigned as the Commander of the 23rd. District. You were just off probation, and an exemplary and professional police officer. You had the desire to help others, and not look the other way when there was trouble. You made the ultimat sacrifice to protect our city from those cowards who use force to take what they are not willing to work for. I got to know your Mom and Dad after your death, and have high regard and respect for them. I learned from them what an outstanding and dedicated Son you were. Parents were never meant to bury their children, and old policemen were never meant to bury the younger ones. I thanked you parents for loaning you to us. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Chief Joseph A. De Lopez
Winnetka Police Department (Retired CPD)

December 15, 2006

Jimmy(O'C),It has been 11 years since your death,not a day has gone by that I don't think of you! You are still talked about daily,everyone of my 11 nieces and nephews knows who you are and what you stood for.It's a shame that they were never given the opportunity to meet there Uncles best friend! As a friend, I could not of been given a better one. You were the toughest guy I ever knew,honest,and extremely loyal to those you loved! I miss you more than words could ever describe buddy,you will never be forgotton! See you on Christmas Eve! I love you Jimbo!!!!!

Jim Grasz
Friend

October 16, 2006