Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family of Detective Clarence Word, III.
Words cannot express how sorry we are for the loss of your loved one. We remember Detective Word and his family on this one year anniversay (10/01/2024) of his passing. Thank you Detective for your many years of service. You will not be forgotten!

Paul Newton, Executive Director
Bridge to the Badge

November 5, 2025

Det. Word,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of New York City and our Country as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

October 1, 2025

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

December 25, 2024

Clay was not only good man and good cop, but possessed a great sense of humor. R.I.P.

Sgt RC. ret NYPD SCU
NYPD

December 22, 2024

God bless you my Brother in Blue and may the Lord always keep your family in his hands. .

Captain Robert Cacciatore
NYPD

November 21, 2024

We are all thankful for Detective Word's service to his community. May his soul forever rest in peace.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

November 13, 2024

RIP my Brother..

Ret. Det . Ralph Morales
NYPD

November 10, 2024

My Brother ..My x-Partner in H.C.T.F. Clay as I will call you (Canepa) . I will never forget when we first met you were in Street Crime I was in 83 pct Anti- Crime . My partner @ that time were fighting with 2 perps & 1 had a Gun you came around the corner in your unmarked and yelled MOVE I saw this big Brother running towards us I knew right there it was over for the Perps . Then we both got Transferred to H.C.T.F.. Guess they didn’t want us In the Streets of BKLYN NORTH … You Will Never Be Forgotten My Brother .

Ret. Det . Ralph Morales
NYPD

November 10, 2024

Rest In Peace! Thank You For Your Service!

Officer Pedro Rodriguez
City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police

November 8, 2024

Rest In Peace Detective Word, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas brother we have the watch.

TERRY FRANCIS ZECH OFC RET
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPARTMENT DETROIT MICHIGAN

November 8, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

November 7, 2024

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God." Matthew 5: 9. Prayers to his or her family, fellow officers and friends! RIP and thank you for your service.

Retired Correctional Officer G. Reed
Iowa Department of Corrections

November 5, 2024

God Bless you Brave Warrior.

K9 Sergeant KEVIN Waters
Indiana State Police

November 5, 2024

Thank you for your service Detective Word !!!!!

Sergeant David Dufault (Ret)
Hartford Police Dept

November 5, 2024

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

November 5, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Federal Air Marshal Service

November 5, 2024

Rest in Peace Detective Word. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department

November 5, 2024

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain (Ret.) Bernard Flint
Department of Defense / Police Division

November 3, 2024

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

November 3, 2024

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

November 1, 2024

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Session 8
Albany County Sheriff's Office Public Safety Institute

October 31, 2024

RIP Detective Word. Thank you for your service to the citizens of New York City and Osceola County

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

October 30, 2024

The Butler (Ohio) County Sheriff's Office sends it's condolences. Such a loss. We pray for your healing in this time of sorrow.

Sheriff Richard K. Jones
Butler County Sheriff's Office

October 28, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Detective Clarence E. Word, III and the extended law enforcement family of the New York City Police Department, New York.



End of Watch Tuesday, October 1, 2024.



Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

October 27, 2024

Detective Word, you are a true hero. Our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jesus Espinosa
Civilian

October 27, 2024