REST IN PEACE OFFICER MARC DiNARDO....A HERO TO THE END...AND A GIVER OF LIFE!!!!!

The world has lost another hero in the passing of Detective MARC DiNARDO. Marc passed on Monday afternoon after his final act of heroism, the donating of his organs so others may live. That is the sign of a true blue heart, and compassionate officer who put others before self.
I wish you eternal peace Marc, you fought the good fight, your watch is over. The Lord must have needed another angel on the Heaven's Beat police force. May you find eternal peace and rest always.

At the going down of the Sun
And in the morning,
WE WILL REMEMBER!!!

R.I.P. Brother......

"He Answered The Call"


Today in the sun, I bid him farewell
A man, a hero, I never knew well

Like many before him, who answered the call
Wearing a badge, he was destined to fall

Though by choice a long life and a happy old age
Would he have chosen, had he written the page

But the office he chose never promised long life
Just half of his salary, for his child and his wife

He went without fear, into the darkness of night
Bringing comfort to some, to some others light

Easing their pain and calming their fears
He did his duty, never asking for cheers

A husband, a cop, he answered the call
We bid him farewell for he gave his all




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N.J. officer's organs to be harvested
Jersey Journal



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Local coverage of the Jersey City officer shooting incident

JERSEY CITY, N.J. — At a news conference outside the Jersey City Medical Center this afternoon, Jersey City Police Chief Tom Comey said the miracle the city was waiting for isn't coming.

Officer Marc Anthony DiNardo, the most seriously injured of five cops shot on Thursday morning, is expected to die. The husband and father of three young children is being visited by family members for a final farewell, and his organs will be harvested.

He was promoted to detective after the shooting, officials said.

Here is the statement read by a fellow officer, Melissa Bartholomew, at the news conference:

The DiNardo family would like to thank members of Jersey City Police Department and people of Jersey City for their prayers and overwhelming support during this difficult time. Marc loved the Jersey City Police Department and City of Jersey City. He was proud to follow his father's footsteps in public service. He took joy helping those in need, taking care of the injured and saving lives.

Marc was not a selfish man; he was a moral man, a man who gave of himself to those who could not care for themselves. Marc gave his life so others could live by donating organs. He is a true hero.

Detective Marc Anthony DiNardo, leaves behind a loving wife, Mary, three beautiful children, Gwendolyn, aged 4, Marc Anthony II, aged 3, Ella, aged 1, his loving mother Mary, father, retired JCPD Lt. Paul DiNardo, extended family and firends.

Marc would have celebrated his 38th birthday this Wednesday, July 22, 2009.

The family request their privacy be respected and the graphic description of Detective DiNardo's injuries should be discontinued for the sake of the three children.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers that donations be made toward scholarship funds established by the Jersey City Police Officer Benevolent Agency. All contributions should be made to: JCPOBA Marc Anthony DiNardo memorial fund, P.O. Box, 17395 Jersey City NJ, 07307.

In addition, the POBA and New Jersey Blood Services will sponsor a blood drive in honor of Marc and others officers shot in the line of duty. Blood donations will be utilized to replenish the supply of blood used by the JCMC during this tragic event.

The blood services trailer will arrive at the fire house/OEM headquarters at 715 Summit Ave. on Wednesday, July 22, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Anyone requesting to make an appointment can do so by calling 1-800-933-2566.

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"The Final Inspection"

The policeman 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, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman 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 talk 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....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just 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 policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."