New York City Police Department, New York
End of Watch Friday, June 20, 1930
Reflections for Patrolman Patrick Mitchell
Rest in peace hero.
J.R.
June 21, 2020
On this “anniversary” of your untimely departure we say thank you for your service, both military and police, and please know that your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo (Retired)
Delaware State Police
June 20, 2020
Patrolman Mitchell,
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 during WW I.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
June 20, 2020
Patrolman Mitchell,
On today, the 86th 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 during WW I.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
June 20, 2016
As long as one's name is spoken, they live within all. Amazing how law enforcement remembers those lost, it is a lesson to all, it is called respect and honor.
I am not in law enforcement but I am amazed at how after so many years officers are remembered and by those who clearly were not born at the time of the slain officer's death. Amazing.
Regina Massaro
Spay Neuter Intervention Project SNIP
non-law enforcement
non-law enforcement
June 21, 2015
Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless
Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas
June 21, 2015
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 82nd anniversary year 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. 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
November 27, 2012
Your Police action that fateful day make me proud to be a former member of the New York City Police Department. May the Lord continue to watch over you and your family. God bless you. You are not forgotten.
RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
June 20, 2010
I said a little prayer today for Patrolman Mitchell and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.
Robyn Wilkes
June 18, 2009
Patrolman Mitchell,
On today, the 77th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served during WW I.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
Anonymous
June 20, 2007
Uncommon valor from an uncommon man....you are missed, rest in peace.
Judgment Day for a NYC Patrolman
.....Author Unknown
The Patrolman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Patrolman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my Church have you been true?"
The Patrolman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
Can't always be a Saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my work was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep,
I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand."
There was silence all around the Throne
Where the Saints had often trod.
As the Patrolman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Patrolman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."
Sgt. E. Chaves
Broward County Sheriff's Office
December 24, 2006
God Speed, Brother.
P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
May 8, 2006
Bravery is the word that comes to the forefront of my mind. Officer Mitchell ... you are not forgotten.
Det. Roberts
CSPD MVNI
March 4, 2006
Your actions on that June day show us all that you are a true hero.
DE
St. Louis City Police
July 27, 2005
Thank you for your service, but mostly for your sacrifice.
Lynn Kole
Washington State
March 3, 2004
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