Needham Police Department, Massachusetts
End of Watch Friday, February 2, 1934
Reflections for Patrolman Forbes A. McLeod
Dear Great Uncle Forbes McCloud, many times my mother Virginia McCloud told us of your heroism. My mother told me about the bank robbery and the location of the train. She told us that you were gunned down by a Tommy Gun. How sad that 90 years later people are still dying of automatic weapons. You are a hero to us. Rest in peace
Pamela Kurkul
Family
July 6, 2024
Rest in peace Mr McLeod
Carson loveless
February 6, 2024
Patrolman McLeod,
On today, the 90th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army as a member of the 26th “ Yankee” Division in Europe fighting the Germans during World War I.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
February 2, 2024
Patrolman McLeod, it has been 90 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your military and 9 years of law enforcement service.
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
February 2, 2024
Patrolman McLeod, it's now been 88 years since your murder. We can only hope and pray that your murderer faced true justice if not in this world then in the next.
God Bless and may your continued rest be ever peaceful, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department
February 2, 2022
Rest in peace Patrolman McLeod.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
September 24, 2020
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 78th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank yoou 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.
Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 2, 2012
Hero's are always remembered, RIP Sir.
James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 2, 2012
Remembering you on your anniversary!
Citizen NJ
Anonymous
February 3, 2011
Patrolman McLeod,
On today, the 74th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you to you and your fellow officer for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Needham. I used to live in Massachusetts and just like one of the previous reflections said, I'm glad that at one time, the state of Massachusetts knew what to do with copkillers.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
Anonymous
February 2, 2008
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE
Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
January 28, 2008
Patrolman McLeod, today marks the 73rd anniversary of your murder. I’m glad to see that your killer received justice at the hands of the Commonwealth. You have not been forgotten nor has Patrolman Haddock. You are both heroes and I thank you for the time you spent serving the people.
God Bless you and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
February 2, 2007
You have not been forgotten Sir. God Speed and rest in peace.
Cpl. C. D. Siler
WVSP
February 3, 2006
No man goes unnoticed before G-d.Thank you for your service.
February 2, 2006
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