Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

David, Just A little note to let you know I'm thinking of you. I have been at your sister Lisa's house for three days to watch Leah, Liam, and Kaitlyn while her and Bill our in Hawaii for work. I look at picture of you with your two nieces and your nephew. It is beautiful. I ran into Debbie at Star Center and she said that we are having a memorial run for you on May 28th. Our family so proud that your legend keep carries on today. I miss and love you.

Lan Piquette
Mom

May 20, 2008

I was at STARS Center yesterday for the Bench Press Contest. When it was over, we wanted to take our photos by the Memorial Wall. This is the first time I've seen your beautiful memorial, and now I know where your mom tends the flowers. It is a beautiful tribute to you, and many people pass by it every day. May it remind everyone of the goodness of you, and what you stood for. You are a hero, now and forever.
God Bless you Deputy David Stan Piquette, we will never forget you! We will honor you next weekend for the Annual Memorial Run!

Debbie
LASD Deputy

May 18, 2008

As you know there is not a second that goes by that you are not in my thoughts David.
Yes justice has been served but you not here with the family to be loved by mom or dad and your family seems all i can do is to think of you and cry my heart out. Richard, your brother is almost done with training, so please look down on him while he finishes the training and becomes a deputy.

Lan Piquette
Mom

Lan Piquette
Mom

May 18, 2008

David, You would have been proud of Shawna the last two and a half weeks. Greg and I have not been far from her side. We drove every day to the court together and we all felt your presence. Shawna sat so proudly as the D.A. Mike Murray started your case. Tears came down her face when your name was read out loud. "Mr.David Piquette". I cried, knowing her pain as only a Mother could. It was the start of the long hard days to come. You would have liked this D.A. He was soft spoken but yet stearn. He went over the facts of the case concisely. He discussed the law in understandable terms. In the end, the Jury came in with the Guilty verdict in less than an hour and a half. There were many heros, Dan Lay the good semeritian who chased Wilkens down. Without him, there would be no case. We would never have met Mike Murray the best in the world in our eyes. We also will never forget the woman that put her heart out for Shawna and the family and friends, Minerva, how can we ever thank her enough for the comfort she provided as the victim's advocate. Bob Sayne, the investigator whose smile was ever present and his efforts in the investigation that lasted nearly two years. When "Guilty" of first degree murder was read, we all shed bitter-sweet tears. Thanks also to Judge Bob Toohey for his guidence in the procedings. Its now over, time for healing and some happy tears for the family. Shawna, Justin, and Jordan have such sweet memories of you. They always end the day by talking to you and praying to you and Jesus..It is a very special time, they hold your picture and kiss you good nite every nite. When Shawna walked out of the courtroom, all of the jurors were waiting for her. Some shed tears, some just looked, and some asked about the twins. Mike Murray said he had never seen this in all his time as a prosecuter. It was a very touching moment. I even heard some say they would return for support at the sentenceing July 11. That will be two years to the day Wilkens was arrested. May You Rest in Peace David; Love Mom and Dad

Betty andGreg Butler
Mother/Father in-law

May 8, 2008

David,
After meeting your family and seeing a picture of you and your dear wife and children, I was able to read your life story. Thank you for serving our country as a marine and officer. I too served on the jury trial. Your family has my life commintment to help in any way make sure that Cole serves every day in jail that the judge sentences him.

God bless,
Juror 104

Juror 104
Juror on trial

May 7, 2008

I WAS JUROR #9 AT THE TRIAL FOR DAVID PIQUETTE, AND I UNDERSTAND HOW HARD IT IS TO LOSE SOMEONE YOU LOVE SO VERY MUCH, SO UNEXPLECTED. I WANTED TO WRITE AND LET YOU KNOW THAT IT IS SO VERY HARD TO GET CLOSURE, BUT I HOPE THAT I AS WELL AS THE OTHER JUROR'S HAVE GIVEN YOUR FAMILY A LITTLE PEACE AND COMFORT TO MOVE ON FOR A BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL FUTURE.

SINCERELY,
DANIELLA J. PROVERA

DANIELLA J. PROVERA
JUROR #9

May 6, 2008

How ashamed I am that I initially felt inconvenienced and put out to have been picked for a jury trial that took so much of my personal time. I am now honored to have been a small part of something that David Piquette stood for...his family and justice. Although I doubt that this event will provide much closure to Shawna, Justin, Jordan, and David's parents and loved ones, it is apparent to me that David was a great man with a calling and his legacy and happy memories will hopefully provide comfort to those that miss him dearly. Maybe someday Justin & Jordan can read some of these reflections and know that their dad won't be forgotten. My family will continue to pray for God's blessings to the Piquette family.
Sincerely,
Juror 197

May 6, 2008

Wow, what an emotional day!! Even after your death Dave you continue to protect others. Your amazing strength and courage helped Shawna to make it through an exausting trial. Wilkins is such a bad guy, even more horrible than I ever imagined. First Degree Murder never meant so much to me and never sounded as good as it did when it was read today! He is just the kind of criminal that you served to protect others from. Not only your family and fellow officers, but the community also. He is the source of so much suffering for so many and today justice has been served!
I felt your presence today; it was comforting and sweet. I can see you smiling down on us with a winners smile full of pride. It was a long time coming, but we were all ready Dave! Thank you for that!!
Rest in Peace My Friend!

Kellie Goldman
Friend

May 6, 2008

IT'S OVER MY LOVE.. ON MAY 5TH, 2008 IN ONLY 90 MINUTES TIME, THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT GUILTY OF FIRST DEGREE MURDER. INDEED, IT IS A GLORIOUS DAY!

YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF THE LOVE AND SUPPORT OUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND EVEN STRANGERS HAVE GIVEN. YOU ARE SO LOVED MY SWEETS. I WAS SO SURPRISED TO SEE THE JURY WAITING FOR ME OUT IN THE HALLWAY AFTER THE VERDICT WAS READ. THEY WERE THERE WITH OPEN ARMS AND SMILES. OFFERING ME CLOSURE AND PEACE WITH OUR CHILDREN. I FEEL SO BLESSED TO HAVE MET THESE WONDERFUL MEN AND WOMEN.

THE DDA DID AN OUTSTANDING JOB RESULTING IN THE JURY'S UNANIMOUS DECISION. I WAS HELPED ALONG THE WAY BY THE DA'S VICTIM ADVOCATE PERSONNEL WHO WAS BY OUR SIDE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.

AS I CLOSE THIS CHAPTER IN MY LIFE, IT FEELS BITTER SWEET. I FEEL SO SAD OF YOUR ABSENCE, YET SO RELIEVED THAT JUSTICE HAS BEEN SERVED. YOU ARE A HERO MY DARLING. I WILL FOREVER CHERISH THE YEARS WE SHARED AND LOVED..

I LOVE YOU,

SHAWNA

Shawna Piquette
Wife

May 6, 2008

Hi Dave,

I just got back from Baker to Vegas today. This year Lisa and the girls went to help too. We worked the 3 to 11pm shifts. It was a lot of work, but fun at the same time. Everyone was very nice. Cory ran and had your flag with him to honor you. Your memory not only lives in the family but still with all those that hold you close in their hearts. We really miss you and wished that we had the opportunity to experience this race with you. As always we love and miss you. MOM

Lan Piquette
mother

April 21, 2008

Today I went to see Shawna and the kids and pick up a few of your things to hang up in the house. I have been thinking a lot about you lately because B2V is coming up and we all are going to go to be on the support team. We miss you so much and will love you always.

Mom

Mom

April 7, 2008

To David and his Mom Lan:

Today I read so many loving reflections from so many people who truly loved David and whose lives he touched in so many ways. I know that David is eternally on watch for everyone he called beloved. Each memory is so precious...like a pearl you can pick from your pocket and reflect on how beautiful it is and how it can lift your spirits by the glory of that moment of remembering.

As a Mom who also lost their beloved child, I can identify so much with the anquish and pain that Lan feels as she copes with her daily life without her precious child physically by her side. I know that their hearts are forever intertwined and nothing can break that bond, but I know the agony of not having them physically with us. It seems so unfair when my birthday approaches as it is a bitter reminder that my son's life ended too soon and I wish he were here for his birthday. I have suffered the loss of two husbands, parents, grandparents but when you lose a child, you wish you had died instead and that feeling does not go away. Parents aren't supposed to outlive their children or at least that thought has been a consistent one for me. I also relate to your health problems as the stess definitly has an impact on your physical well-being. Although we are many miles away and have never actualy met, please know from one mother to another that you are in my heart's embrace today.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg Police Dept., eow 4/24/05

April 6, 2008

Whats up (Piquets) Piquette I have no words to say...I know that ur still 10-8 up in heaven... i miss u homeboy..

R Chavez
OCSD

March 26, 2008

David, when I heard of your passing I could not contain my sadness, you were a good friend and an outstanding marine. I still remember the last conversation we had, it was the day you left the corp and told me you were gonna become a Deputy sheriff. I remember asking you to cut me some slack if you were ever to pull me over, we laughed and said good bye. If I knew now that it was to be our last conversation I would of thought of something smarter to say. To your family please know that you are in my thoughts prayers.
David I know that your in heaven standing post and also know that I will see you again my friend. Rest in Peace

Sergio Martineziglesias
U.S.M.C 93-98
AKA (bigmongo)

Sergio Martineziglesias
U.S.M.C

February 24, 2008

THERE IS NOT A SECOND THAT GOES BY WHEN YOU ARE NOT IN MY THOUGHTS DAVE. MISS U DAVE

RICH PIQUETTE
BROTHER

February 21, 2008

Shauna--

I said a little prayer for you today.
I hope you didn't mind.
I asked the Lord to comfort you and put your tears behind.

I prayed for peace and mercy,
To help you through each day
And for his loving guidance
As He leads you on your way.

You need not walk this path alone
So I prayed He hold your hand,
And offer you some guidance
In a way you'll understand.

I asked Him for little miracles
And to bless you everyday.
Keep searching for your rainbows-
And let him light your way.

Author: Fern Lary Mills

Deputy K. Ponce
LASD

February 20, 2008

PIQUETTE!
This is gonna be so hard to write, but I will try my best! I just found out about your passing just a few minutes ago from (back then) Sgt. Jimenez. I ran into him at a 7-11 in Portsmouth, Va. Wow, what a small world!!!!Remember Portsmouth, Va.? We were stuck here while our ship was in drydock (USS T. Roosevelt)and I am still stuck here.... I can't believe you are gone, you were a great friend, and an excellent Marine. I have so many pictures of us as we were in the Corps together, and especially when we went to United Arab Emirates and hung out together. You were one that we could always depend on, and one of the best Marines I ever knew. I have so many fond memories of you, and I remember you being a great family man. Always putting your family first. We would always go out into town when we were off, and you would pass, and spend time with your family. I always admired that.
I didn't know you went on to be a Sheriffs Deputy with Los Angeles. How ironic, because that is where I am originally from, Pomona.
I am the president of the Police Unity Tour of Virginia. We do a bike ride every year in honor of those fallen officers that have fallen before us. We have several riders from your dept. Somehow, I want to get in touch with your family, meet them in DC this year during National Police Week. I can't leave a website, or my email address on here, but if you are a family member please google search Police Unity Tour of Virginia. You can get into contact with me that way.
I will bring pictures of us together to the Memorial this year. I am dedicating every thing I have this year to your sacrifices. You are a true hero Piquette, there are no doubts about it. You are an inspiration for us all. I will keep you and your family in my daily prayers, and I will stop in here from time to time. Please keep us all safe!
Semper Fi Dave! YOU'RE A TRUE AMERICAN HERO!!!. I Love You
Jeff Whitson
USMC - 1989-1993

Off. Jeff Whitson
Portsmouth Police Dept.

February 7, 2008

Missing you tons my friend!

January 30, 2008

Hi Dave!

Just a little note to let you know I'm thinking of you partner.

I miss you devil dog,
John

Sgt. John Satterfield
LASD

January 24, 2008

Happy New Year, Sir!
After a year and a half, our time with you in force training is still some of the most important academy instruction we have experienced. Many of us have gone 10-8 and have had our share of experiences with bad guys. We do not take our training for granted, and can still hear your voice, "Keep your hands up" "Be Ready" "There are a lot of bad guys our there" and "Make sure you go home at end of shift".
Thank you for your time in teaching us how to fight and how to stay alive.
You'll never know - or maybe you will :)- know the impact you've had on so many deputies' and officers' lives.
Your mom, dad, Shawna, Justin, Jordan should be EXTREMELY proud of the deputy and instructor you were to so many of us.
Thank you, Sir.

Reserve Deputy
LASD

January 10, 2008

Happy Birthday Dave! Missing you tons and thinking about you often. Keep looking over us.

Lisa

Lisa McMahon

January 1, 2008

Happy Birthday David

January 1, 2008

Happy Birthday Dave!! Yes, the fireworks will be lighting up the sky tonight not because of the new year, but because it's your birthday.

SOS
Friend

December 31, 2007

Happy Birthday Dave....hugs and kisses....Aunt Janel

Aunt

December 31, 2007

Happy Birthday Piquette....Wish we could tell you in person but we know you are watching from above and hopefully know our thoughts and wishes. We miss you everyday and wish you were here.....God bless your beautiful kids and wife tomorrow on your special day!!!!!

Class 294
Friend

December 30, 2007