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Donald R. Capen

1938 - 2022

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Clark Kent posted a condolence

Sunday, September 1, 2024

Mid 1980's.... I heard about two rogue Madison police "officers" planting evidence in a fake trial. Making up several false accusations. No actual proof. Both framing two basically decent and innocent male citizens. And they got away with it! WTF! Both well rehearsed and lying on the stand in a NJ Municipal Court of law with the full nodding approval of a so-called Madison judge.Who was that judge by the way? Might be some records.... Oh....and the two officers not showing up for the first 3 court trial appearances.... and the judge refusing to dismiss the case. Really? How could this happen in a reputable town like Madison in 1986? Some might presume that the direction for a Police Department's actions, good or bad, comes directly from the top.

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George Jetson posted a condolence

Saturday, August 31, 2024

Werewolf? There wolf.

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Ralph Kramden posted a condolence

Saturday, August 17, 2024

Previous comment was a mistake. Sorry... WRONG person....wrong town too ...I just realized. Typed original comment too quickly thinking it was someone else. I didn't know this person above. I tried to remove/delete the prior erroneous comment but the site wouldn't let me. My apologies. Site should please remove prior original mistaken comment. Thanks.

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Ralph Kramden posted a condolence

Saturday, August 17, 2024

All politics. No balls. Like his kid....

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Ralph Kramden Posted Aug 17, 2024 at 8:25 PM

Sorry... wrong person....wrong Madison too ...My mistake. I just realized. Typed original comment quickly thinking it was someone else. I didn't know this person at all. I tried to remove the erroneous comment but the site wouldn't let me. My apologies.Site should please remove prior original erroneous comment. Thanks.

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Eleanor ‘Peachie’ Attonito posted a condolence

Sunday, May 22, 2022

Don Capen was an officer and a gentleman. Raised my family in Madison 1976-2004 and he was a pillar of our community in every possible way. He kept the community safe and was always approachable. Scott Ross summed it up best about his service and impact on lives. I am so sorry to learn of his passing and my sincerest condolences to his family, friends and the community I loved and served to the best of my ability. RIP Chief and keep a watch over us all. God Bless.

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Scott Ross posted a condolence

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

I knew Don for much of my life. He provided support for me when I was in high school; and, when I left the military he encouraged me to join the Madison Police Department and not the New Jersey State Police. This was a seminal moment in my life. I worked for him as a Detective when he was the Detective Bureau Commander and also when he was the Chief of Police. I witnessed first hand his tireless efforts in creating Project Community Pride as an alternative to juvenile court for the youth of of Madison and surrounding communities. We worked together during the timeframe in which he was President of the Morris County Police Chief's Association and I was President of the Morris County Detective's Association. During such a long relationship it is common that people have their fundamental disagreements; however, Madison, Morris County, State of New Jersey and our society in general is much better off for his efforts. My sympathies go out to his family for their loss. Scott Ross badge 62.

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Karen Russell Brisbon posted a condolence

Friday, May 13, 2022

To the Family of Don Capen. So very sorry to hear of the loss. My parents (Ruth & Beresford Russell) were dear friends with Capen family. My Mom was especially fond of Don Capen (they talked often) as they spent time working together many, many years ago on projects associated with the Madison Police Department and Ambulance Squad. Sending many prayers and condolences during this very difficult time. Hold onto all of the family memories. Karen Russell Brisbon

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Judy and Skip Danielson posted a condolence

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Our sincere condolences to the loving family of Don Capen. When I joined Chatham Borough PD in 1966, one of the first Madison officers I met was Don Capen. We followed each other's careers for decades. Although I had left CBPD to teach at CCM in 1969, I was impressed with Don's achievement at the FBI National Academy Session #98. He helped me set a goal of a smilar achievement should I ever have the opportunity to attend the NA. Becoming chief of police in Byram Township in 1971, I sent myself to the 104th Session in 1976. Thereafter, I would run into Don on occasion a NJ FBINAA quarterly meetings. When Don became chief in the early 1980's, our contacts were more frequent but never any less professional than on our first meeting in 1966. Don became Madison mayor. In 2002, I became Byram Township mayor. To say we had parallel careers would be quite accurate. I only regret that we hadn't crossed paths for many years. Cathy, Scott, Kym, Donna and Family - Don's 'Proud Family' - Judy and I send our thoughts and prayers. Chief Don Capen: "Hand Salute!" May you rest in the arms of the Lord.

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tom cerutti posted a condolence

Sunday, April 24, 2022

Dear, Cathy, Scott, Kym, Donna, and Family, We were saddened to hear about the passing of Don, We have been neighbors for 30 years and he was always a kind, helpful, friendly person. We will always remember the years my son John played baseball and Don and Cathy would come to his games. Don was a pillar in the community of Madison, but to us he will always be our wonderful friend and neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Tom, Anna, and John Cerutti

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David Miles lit a candle

Monday, April 11, 2022

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Our sincere condolences to Cathy and the entire Capen family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. David Miles and the Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus Department of Public Safety

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Jerry DiEllo posted a condolence

Monday, April 11, 2022

God Bless you fellow Chief, many fond memories. Rest in Peace. Jerry DiEllo, Chief Ret. Mountain Lakes Police Department Venice, FL,

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Jay Persi lit a candle

Monday, April 11, 2022

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Sending deepest condolences to the entire Capen family on the loss of Mr. Capen, especially Donna, Kim & Scott. He was a great man who I've known my whole life -- he was also business colleagues & good friends with my late Step Dad who was Chief of Police in Whippany. He will be remembered for his Outstanding Service to the Residents of Madison for more than a generation and to the Men and Women in Blue who he fearlessly and honorably led. He will be missed . Praying God will provide necessary comfort to his entire family at this extremely difficult time and for Mr. Capen's Eternal Life. Jay M. Persi Long-time Resident of Madison MHS 1984

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Ann Marie Hodges posted a condolence

Friday, April 8, 2022

Don Capen was one of the Best! A true gentleman who served and loved Madison! Prayers to the family for strength at this time. May he Rest In Peace.

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Jacqueline Izzo Posted Apr 9, 2022 at 12:22 PM

I have many fond memories of time spent at the Capen house. My condolences to Mrs. Capen, Kym, Scott, and Donna.

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Marie Toto posted a condolence

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Cathy and family. I have many memories of Don as police chief and mayor of Madison. He was always there for everyone. My deepest sympathy to the family. May Don Rest In Peace .

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Eileen Reeve posted a condolence

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Cathy & family you have our deepest sympathies for your great loss. I have such nice memories of Don, as chief of police, as mayor, as friend of my own dad’s. Truly the end of a great era.

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Theresa Deo posted a condolence

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Mr. Capen was one of the nicest guys ever. Very sad to hear this. My deepest sympathy.

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Rocco Passomato posted a condolence

Thursday, April 7, 2022

I'm so sorry to hear this. Don was a.police officer as long as I can remember. He, along with many of the officers of the day, knew us, watched over us, made sure we towed the line. Deep respect for Don. My sympathy to his family. He was one of the good ones. RIP Chief. Godspeed.

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Phyllis Flemming posted a condolence

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Thinking of you and your family! Your Dad was such a wonderful man! May he finally be at peace! Love Peter & Phyllis Flemming

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Carol Bennett posted a condolence

Thursday, April 7, 2022

He was a great police chief and terrific mayor, kept Madison safe. In March of 1992 he married my husband and me in his office. He said it was the first wedding he conducted. I'm sorry to hear of his passing.

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

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