E.o.w.
"A Part of America Died"
Somebody killed a policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.
The beat that he walked
was a battlefield, too,
just as if he had gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation
won't fly at half-mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.
The suspect that shot him
will stand up in court
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young, widowed mother
must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today...
maybe in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort
behind our locked doors
a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks the beat
on a dark city street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself he gave all,
and a part of America died.
Rest in Peace Brother
I realize this is a website about reefs and fish, but something as sad and outrageous as this, I felt like I needed to share. I did not know this officer personaly but I know many like him and I thank you again for your support. This is a sad day for my profession and for America one less man who was willing to stand up for those unable to stand up for themselves is no longer with us.
A funeral Mass is planned for Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Aeden's Church, in Jersey City for those of you who may want to give a final salute an American Hero. Please keep his wife, children and co-workers in your prayers. Donations in DiNardo's name can be sent to a scholarship fund set up by the Jersey City Police Officers Benevolent Association at P.O. Box 17395, Jersey City, NJ 07307.
