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of K-9 and mounted officers, their registry will include an image of the officer,
basic biographical information, agencies served, awards received, and personal
memories of the officer(s) with whom they served.
Registering an officer is quick and easy, and can be done in a few minutes.
A unique password will allow you—or the officerº—to enter or edit information any time. The Officer Registry’s powerful search function will permit people to search for registered officers by name and agency or department, state,
specialized training, and other ways. Another feature of the Officer Registry is
the useful “Google Suggests®” function, which will aid searching and information entry by the use of word prompts.
The Officer Registry will also include all the fallen officers who have died in
the line of duty, dating back to the first recorded law enforcement fatality in
1792, In recognition of their achievements, all officers who have been awarded
NLEOMF’s prestigious “Officer of the Month” award will be included in the
original Officer Roll Call.
The Officer Registry is the first step in the NLEOMF’s goal to register all law
enforcement agencies nationwide. Officers who have registered in the Officer
Registry will be able to link with Agencies in the Agency Registry, which will
launch later this year.
Collecting information about all agencies, including mission statements,
accomplishments, and other key organizational details, is long overdue. The
purpose of the Agency Registry is to represent as many of the stories of law
enforcement as possible. With the opening of the National Law Enforcement
Museum in 2009, the Agency Registry, which will be available in the Museum
and online, will ensure the Museum is truly ABOUT law enforcement, BY law
enforcement, and FOR law enforcement.
Visitors, for example, will be able look up any department and discover information about that department, such as: officers who served in the department
(provided they have registered), department contact information, department
history, mission statement, awards received, and photos (a HQ picture, badge/
patch, uniform, patrol vehicle, or other graphic of choice). The NLEOMF will
provide the number of officers from that department who have died in the line
of duty.
The complete Agency Registry will be launched in Fall 2006. Thereafter,
agencies will be able to augment their basic information to make their listing
more robust. Agencies can add to their basic listings for free.
Also this fall, officers who already have registered will be able to print a
certificate of participation. Printing is available only at the NLEOMF Visitors
Center. To register today, or for more information about this service, visit www.
OfficerRollCall.org.
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F.O.P. and President Bush Salute
Fallen Heroes, 25th Annual
Memorial Service Honors Officers’
Sacrifice
T
he Fraternal Order of Police and its Auxiliary gathered on the West Front
of the U.S. Capitol to honor the one hundred and sixty-four (164) law
enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty in 2005. The National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service is the capstone event of National Police
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F.O.P. National President Chuck Canterbury hosted the event, which featured
a keynote address by President George W. Bush. Country superstar Vince Gill
performed a musical tribute in honor of the fallen officers and their surviving
family members, colleagues and friends who were in attendance.
“For twenty-five years, the F.O.P. and its extended law enforcement family
has come together on this day to remember, to reflect, and to honor our fallen
heroes,” Canterbury said. “We share our grief, but renew our purpose and our
commitment to protect and to serve.”
During National Police Week, thousands of law enforcement officers gathered
at memorial services across the country to honor their fallen colleagues. More
than 25,000 officers, as well as the surviving family members and friends of
slain officers, traveled to the nation’s capital to attend the 25th Annual National
Peace Officers’ Memorial Service, which is the nation’s largest and most prominent memorial service held on behalf of fallen law enforcement officers.
In October 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15th as National Peace Officers’ Memorial Day. Since the signing of this
proclamation, this date has been the official day of recognition for law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the performance of their duty. This is
the 25th year that the Fraternal Order of Police and its Auxiliary have held the
National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service.
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Glock Joins In Supporting Museum
Cheko Cane
O
n June 7, 2006 Glock
stepped forward and
committed to the National Law Enforcement Officers Museum project with
a donation of $100,000.00.
Many of you may remember
Sgt. Gary Fletcher who used
to be with MPD but retired 13
years ago to work with Glock.
He is now living in Atlanta,
GA. Also pictured are Joe Akers who also is retired from
MPD and is now with NOBLE.
Josh Dorsey, Vice President of
Glock Inc, Marcello Muzzatti
and Craig Floyd.
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Police Week DC Lodge #1 Event
C
onsidering the last minute
scramble for a site, the site’s
size and the rain, we had a
great year! 153 volunteers pulled
together under the direction of the
Police Week Committee to once
again extend our warm hospitality
to our Brothers and Sisters from
around
the
Nation.
Vinnie
and Sal
made
the trip from New York to provide their one of
kind musical entertainment, and the Pipe Bands
Marched through regularly to pay homage to the
fallen. As usual the food was hot, the beer was cold,
and even the most torrential down-pours couldn’t
keep away the revelers. Our less than conventional
Draft Bar staff led by Craig Royal provided great
service and much humor to those gathered near the
stage. Kenny kept the club running for our special guests and saw to it that we
had enough libations. Mirella Sanford kept the vendors in order and as happy
as at all possible. Rick Walsh and his top notch crew in the kitchen survived
high temps and lots of smoke, keeping everyone fed, while at the same time
catering to the health
inspector who made
himself at home there.
Hank Fearnow’s Bar
Staff, working a mile a
minute, still managed
to have loads of fun
serving our thirsty
guests and making
nice with the Alcohol Inspectors.
Barbara Hampton and her Team of
financial whizzes kept the change
coming and counted money into the
wee hours. James Guerra and Walter
Granados led a stellar team of security
personnel who kept the peace both
inside and outside of the event with no
incidents
to report.
Karen
Zibrat had
the site well
coordinated
before during and after the event. Tori had all the
permits in order, answered to the inspectors, and
was incredibly proud of her fabulous volunteers,
without whom the event just wouldn’t run. Our
fearless leader, Marcello Muzzatti did a superb job
of organizing the entire event, delegating the duties,
and supervising the various managers on site,
while at the
same time carrying on his dual role
as National Chairman of the Police
Memorial Committee. He wears both
hats well. Special thanks to Todd
Perkins who stepped up to assist with
numerous tasks preparing for the
event, to Seth for his tireless electrical
work, and Matt Muzzatti for his
carpentry skills.
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Annual Police Week
Volunteer’s Luau
I
n recognition of their hard work, the
volunteer’s were
treated to a luau
in their honor on
Saturday June 24th.
Dining on Roasted Pig, General Tsao Chicken, Beef
Stir Fry and Steamed Spiced Shrimp our Team partied
to a Caribbean beat, while sipping frozen island drinks
and congratulating one another on a job well done.
Marcello thanked the volunteers in a brief speech
followed by a humorous awards ceremony. Charlayna
Taylor was named our first “Rookie of the Year”. Even
though the party was to thank them for working,
many jumped right in and also assisted, with food,
bartending and trash
duties along with
helping to clean up.
Kudos to Tori, Karen
and Marcello for
putting on another
Great event.
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National Police Week Commemorates Fallen Heroes,
Celebrates Law Enforcement
he National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund express our deepest gratitude to all of the organizations and
people who made National Police Week 2006 possible. We are grateful to Target, our National Police Week 2006 sponsor, and as always reserve our most profound gratitude to the law enforcement community—especially to the brave men
and women of the Thin Blue Line—as well as our thoughts and prayers to the surviving families of our fallen heroes.
More than 25,000 law enforcement officers and supporters journeyed to Washington, D.C. this year to Respect, Honor and Remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. In 2005, 155 law enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty. Another 311 dedicated officers were killed in the line of duty in prior years, and until Police Week 2006 were forgotten by history. The names of these
466 fallen heroes were engraved onto the Memorial walls in April and honored during the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund’s 18th Annual Candlelight Vigil on May 13.
Peace Officers Memorial Day: Flags Fly at Half-Staff
to Honor Fallen Law Enforcement Heroes
A
lthough May 15th, Peace Officers Memorial Day, dawned
with showers and an overcast
sky, the sun soon emerged from
the clouds and bathed the National
Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
in its warm and comforting glow.
Continued favorable weather drew
thousands of people to the Memorial throughout the day, where they
walked the Wall and reflected on
the nation’s fallen law enforcement
heroes. In accordance with Public
Law 103-322, flags at the Memorial
and throughout the United States
were lowered to half staff.
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy designated May 15th as National Peace
Officers Memorial Day, and this year’s services at the U.S. Capitol marked the
25th anniversary of the Peace Officers Memorial Day Service, hosted by the
Fraternal Order of Police and the Fraternal Order of Police Auxiliary. President
George W. Bush recognized the service and sacrifice of the nation’s fallen law
enforcement officers and spoke directly with survivors.
The first service in 1982 is said to have had only 125 attendees, some of
whom were touring Boy Scouts. More than 20,000 attended this year’s service.
“We have so much to be proud of when we look at how we honor each and every one of our fallen brothers and sisters each year,” said FOP President Chuck
Canterbury, who with Aliza Clark (President of the FOP Auxiliary) have played a
vital role in increasing the prominence and importance of this annual tribute.
Immediately following the service, survivors boarded buses and traveled to
the Memorial, where the FOP/FOPA held its annual Wreathlaying ceremony. The
wreathlaying ceremony featured the “call and repeat” of Taps and a haunting
rendition of Amazing Grace played by the Minnesota Police Pipe Band.
Blue Mass:
Blessing Law Enforcement
and Those Who Serve
T
he events and activities of National Police Week 2006
began officially on May 9 with the 12th Annual Blue
Mass at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in downtown
Washington, D.C. The principal celebrant and homilist
for the 2006 Mass was His
Eminence, Theodore Cardinal McCarrick, Archbishop
of Washington. The Mass
included an honor guard,
bagpipers, and the solemn
playing of “Taps” in memory of those who gave their
lives in the past year.
Many prominent local
and national law enforcement leaders were on hand, including The Honorable Chief
Charles Ramsey of the Metropolitan D.C. Police Department. Regional and federal public safety agencies also participated.
Police Officers’ Prayer to St. Michael, the Archangel
Dear Saint Michael, Your name means, “Who is Like
a God,” and it indicates that You remained faithful
when others rebelled against God. Help the police
officers of our day who strive to stem the rebellion and
evil that are rampant on all sides. Keep them faithful
to their God as well as to their country and their fellow
human beings. Amen.
Lawride: More than 1,000 Motorcyclists Ride to Remember
S
unday May 14th, Mother’s Day, brought more people to the Memorial. Over the weekend, wreaths
continued to grace the Memorial’s marble walls along with poignant mementoes to the fallen. The
day began with the loudly impressive 11th Annual Lawride, which drew more than 1,000 motorcycle club members from Maryland, Georgia, Massachusetts, Virginia, and numerous other states.
NLEOMF Chief Operating Officer Herb Giobbi delivered keynote remarks and Lawride organizers Sly
Barnes and J.D. Perkins spoke reverently about fallen motorcycle officer colleagues.
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Summer 2006 • 23 U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales Honors
Our Nation’s Fallen at the 18th Annual
Candlelight Vigil
“T
o those of you who have lost
a loved one, to you who pick
yourself up after suffering
an incomparable blow, I say simply
‘thank you’ for your sacrifice. I am
here tonight to express my gratitude, I stand here shoulder-to-shoulder with you as a sign of my commitment to your cause, as a partner
and as a friend.”
With these comforting words, the
clear voice of U.S. Attorney General
Alberto Gonzales resounded throughout the National Law Enforcement
Officers Memorial during the 18th
Annual Candlelight Vigil on Saturday,
May 13th.
“The history of police in America
is a history of the growth of the rule
of law. These engraved names remind us of how far we have gone in
the quest for the American Dream -- and of how much farther we have to
go... Whatever the cause of their passing, all died as they lived, committed to duty. Our culture today, with its insistence on quick satisfaction, is
often at odds with the ethic of duty. Unlike those who seek high salaries or
Pomp and Pageantry:
Pipeband Sloshes
Through the Streets
to the Memorial
A
lthough the rain which had held
off throughout most of the weekend finally began coming down in
the late afternoon of May 14, it did not
dampen the spirits of the participants
in the 11th Annual Emerald Society &
Pipeband March and Service. No strangers to rain (last year’s March and service
also took place in a driving rainstorm)
these intrepid pipers, fifers and drummers marched proudly-and loudly-to the
Memorial. The thousands of spectators
lining the streets seemed as unbothered
by the rain as the marchers, and cheered
as each contingent piped by.
quiet comfort, those we honor today donned a uniform and chose
a life dedicated to service. That
requires discipline, hard work,
and long hours. It takes its toll on
families. And sadly it cost them
their lives,” added the nation’s
highest law enforcement official.
Chairman Floyd welcomed Attorney General Gonzales and delivered
a message of hope to the more than
870,000 law enforcement officers
who serve in America today: “To all
of the peace officers here tonight,
please know that you do not have to die to become a hero. We honor you
tonight and always at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
for all you do each and every day to serve and protect.”
The annual ceremony featured the visually inspiring “Tribute to America’s
Thin Blue Line,” during which a blue laser pierces the night sky above a sea of
flickering candles. The ceremony
also included the singing of the
national anthem by Fairfax County
(VA) Police Officer Laura Zambron,
invocation by West Orange (NJ)
Police Sergeant Gregory Boyle, stirring remarks from Shirley Gibson,
National President of Concerns of
Police Survivors (COPS), and musical tributes by Massachusetts State
Police Trooper (ret.) Daniel Clark,
Port Authority of NY/NJ PBA Officer Steve Butterbrodt, and U.S.
Park Police Lieutenant Kathleen
Police Unity Tour Arrives at Memorial;
Commits $5 Million to the Museum
O
n May 12, more than 1,000 cyclists and support crew members of the Police
Unity Tour converged on the Memorial grounds. Amidst much fanfare, Police
Unity Tour leaders Harry Phillips and Pat Montuore announced the Unity
Tour’s $5 million commitment to A Matter of Honor: The Campaign for the National Law Enforcement Museum. This gift makes the Unity Tour the largest
contributor to the Campaign.
This year’s Unity Tour was the largest ever in
terms of riders, support staff and funds raised. At
the arrival ceremony, Unity Tour co-founders Pat
Montuore and Harry Phillips, along with Chapter
presidents, presented NLEOMF Chairman Craig
W. Floyd with a check for $1 million. Since the
Police Unity Tour began in 1997, inspired by their
motivational motto “We Ride for Those Who Died,”
these intrepid cyclists have raised more than $3.2
million for the Memorial.