Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Happy Birthday Dave, we miss you and always think of you.
Love always,

Jason and Maria
Brother and Sister in Law

January 1, 2007

Happy birthday Dave. It's hard to believe that it was a year ago already when we all worked the Rose Parade. We got soaked from the rain, and we also got in a little trouble.

But there's always a silver lining. That nite was definitely a time of bonding for us and the rest of our team. Even though we were there because we got drafted, I'll always remember it as one of the most enjoyable shifts so far in my career. Sometimes even in the worst of times, having friends and partners there with you can make it the best.

There is not an awakening moment that goes by that you're not on the forefront of my mind. I know in our limited time as partners and friends we had a lot of influence over eachother. Your impact on me with stay with me the rest of my life.

Cory

January 1, 2007

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY SWEET BABY... KISSES AND HUGS FROM OUR BABIES AND I....

YOUR WIFE

January 1, 2007

Happy Birthday Dave, miss giving you that 12:00 call and giving you a hard time. We all miss you very much. May God bless Shawna, Justin, and Jordan as well as the rest of your family as I am sure the past few weeks have been difficult. Rest in Peace

January 1, 2007

Deputy Piquette,
I wish your family peace and comfort in their loving memories of you during this holiday season.
Our time with you in force training will forever impact our careers and we are better deputies because of you.
Your body may no longer be with us, but your spirit and enthusiasm and passion remains with us forever.
Rest in peace, Sir, and continue to watch over your family, friends and fellow brothers and sisters in law enforcement.

Deputy
LASD

December 20, 2006

Piquette,

Just another one of your trainees from Class 294. Thanks for all your help. You helped me more than you will ever know. You taught and shared well. You'll always be missed! After reading your reflections it's obvious that you touched so many of us here. Keep your smile shining on us all. Praying for you and your family.

Class of 294

December 15, 2006

Hey Uncle Dave! How are you? Ba Ngaoi's birthday and Thanksgiving passed and Christmas is coming. Ba Ngaoi was sad on her birthday because you weren't there. Thanksgiving dad's family was over and we told what we were thankful for and i said you. You are my hero. I've always wanted to be like you. Kind, loving, not self-centered,and caring. You know it doesn't seem like you're gone. Christmas is coming and it'll be tough for Ba Ngaoi. Please be with her. She misses you and so do the rest of us. I love you. :)
Your Niece,
Leah

Leah
Niece

November 28, 2006

DAVE WE JUST WENT TO VISIT YOU TODAY.IT WAS REALLY HARD ON ALL OF US, ESPECIALLY MOM.HOLIDAYS ARE GOING TO SUCK WITHOUT YOU BRO.THANKSGIVING WAS ALWAYS YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY.NOW I HAVE NO ONE TO BATTLE OVER MOMS EGGROLLS AND FRIED SHRIMP.WE WILL NEVER GET USE TO THIS DAVE,YOU ARE DEEPLY MISSED.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

PIQUETTE FAMILY

November 23, 2006

It's Thanksgiving today...I lift up your wife, children, parents, brother, sister, and all who love you in prayer this day. It will be difficult with out you. Keep watch over us all. You are deeply missed!!

November 23, 2006

Piquette you are still in my thoughts everyday and I pray that your wife and kids have strength and courage to stay strong over the holidays. Be with them and watch over them!!!!!

Academy Classmate #294

November 21, 2006

It's been several months since I said good-bye and it has taken me this long to figure out what to write on your memorial. We knew each other since junior high and you were very special to me and my family. You shared your dreams of joining the Army (and thank goodness you came to your senses and join the best of the best, the Marines), and so many other goals. You not only achieved all of them but exceeded them. You made so many of us look up to you, respect you, and love you.

As the holidays are coming up, I can sympatize with your family on how hard it's going to be. Please continue to watch over them and I'll continue to pray for them.

You'll always have a special place in my heart and I miss you.

S.O.S.
Friend

November 20, 2006

Good By My Friend.
In the days gone by you've touched us all,
With a passion and fire you met your call.
To know you was not just happen chance,
But kindered spirits with a fighters stance.
Your dream of saving lives is not at its end,
Merely a new torch carrier doing your intend.
You're missed everyday, yet you are still here,
We carry you inside, to withdraw a heavy tear.
You left us without a reason, so it would seem,
But God had a reason, to lead His Force Team.

Sgt. Michael Davis
LASD FOTU (Force Training)

November 2, 2006

I LOVE YOU DAVE

RICH PIQUETTE
BROTHER

October 26, 2006

Hi Buddy,

Thinking of you...always. I keep your wife, children, parents and all who's lives you touched in my prayers. I still can't believe your gone. I miss you dearly and will see you in heaven.

Rest in peace.

October 23, 2006

Dave,

I heard about your accident only 3 days ago. I am still not sure I can write this without stopping to wipe away tears. For the two years we served together in the Marine Detachment you became a true friend. The friendship you gave me in two years could last 2 lifetimes. We laughed, fought, bled, and even cried together. It's been said one of the few things we can choose in life are our friends, I am blessed you chose me! My wife and children are touched everyday from the influences of our friendship. I will see you again someday, until then, rest in peace brother...Semper Fi

My best wishes and deepest sympathy go out to all of Dave's family and friends. He had an immeasurable impact on us all. Keep faith that his spirit lives on. God Bless

Robert S. Gaskin Cpl USMC 1990-1994
Friend

October 11, 2006

DAVE TODAY WAS MOMS BIRTHDAY.IT WASN'T THE SAME WITHOUT YOU THERE.I CALLED MOM THIS MORNING TO WISH HER A HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND SHE WAS JUST CRYING.DAVE I MISS YOU BROTHER.I WOULD DO ANYTHING TO BRING YOU BACK.THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING UP DAVE.ITS GOING TO BE TOUGH BRO.YOU ARE DEEPLY MISSED.THERE IS NOT ONE DAY THAT GOES BY WHEN I DON'T TALK ABOUT HOW GREAT YOU WERE.LOVE ALWAYS YOUR LITTLE BRO!

RICH PIQUETTE
BROTHER

October 11, 2006

To the entire Piquette family, my heart and prayers go out to all of you. I knew David in high school and I considered him one of my best buddies. I will always remember hanging out at his house in Lake Forest and him educating me on his love for his reptiles as well as the USMC. David , Brian & Gene..the inseperatable trio! Always together. Can't forget that! I do miss our high school years, what a blast we all had. I will never forget your amazing smile and attitude. May your wife and children always know what an unbelieveable friend you were. You will always be remembered. I'm leaving you this poem:
Don't grieve for me now, for now I'm Free,
I'm following the path God Laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard him call.
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, To love , To work, Or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I found that place at the end of the day.
It's only for a while that we must part,
so bless the memories within your heart.
A friendship shared, A laugh, A kiss,
Ah yes, these things we will miss,
Be not burdened with times of sarrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full , I savored much,
Good Friends, Good Times,
A loved one's touch
Perhaps my life seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and share with me,
God wanted me now, he set me free,
and when you must come
this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile, and say-
"WELCOME HOME"

Rachel Kreza
High School Friend

September 26, 2006

Rich,
May your pain be eased knowing that your brother will have a tremendous life-long influence on many people, especially all of the recruits he taught at the academy. You will never know how many deputies'lives will be saved over our careers due to his passion for teaching us proper defensive tactics. His legacy will live on in our careers.

Deputy
LASD

September 25, 2006

DAVE ITS FRIDAY NIGHT AND I CANT STOP THINKING ABOUT YOU.I MISS YOU SO MUCH.I LOVE YOU FOR ALWAYS BRO:)

RICH PIQUETTE
BROTHER

September 22, 2006

Piquette, you are truly missed. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. I only wish I could have seen you one more time and talked to you. I miss you and pray for your family everyday.

Academy Classmate #294
LASD

September 22, 2006

Hi Uncle Dave! It's me again. School has started and well its hard. Mom and Ba Ngaoi are doing ok. We all miss you. Oh Uncle Dave, if only you were still here. yesterday we went to the dodger game in honor of you. Aunt Shawna is being strong and so is justin and jordan. Some of my friends said that death isn't the end and i know that it's not. You are now in Heaven with the Lord and are in a safer place. You are up there waiting for your knew asignment from the Lord. Uncle Dave there is just one favor I ask of you in Heaven; Protect us. Keep us safe. I love you uncle dave.
love and miss you,
Leah

Leah
Neice

September 20, 2006

dave i can remember you coming over to our apartment to help us shine our shoes. we were all busy trying to get through the academy, but you still found time to help people with something as simple as shining shoes. your family and friends should be very proud. you worked at the roughest jail and worked at the roughest station,not to mention your great military service. to become an academy instructor after just ten years of service is remarkable. you had everything in the world to brag about but you never did. your parents and wife should be very proud of you. i recently saw an espn story on pat tillman. one of his friends said when he heard the news of his death he said no way that could have happend that guy is superman. that guy stoled my line. you were the best of the best.

lasd class 294 classmate
lasd

September 16, 2006

Hi Dave,

Last Saturday on our way to pick up our new puppy, we drove by the accident site. It happened quiet by accident. As I noticed we were getting closer, I let Jason know we were near and then he saw the Fry's…we grabbed each other's hand and in silence said a special prayer. We were driving and came upon it very quickly, but our hearts stopped for a second... as we marveled in the flowers people leave to your memory. I hope you heard our prayers…

As far as the puppy, she is so cute! You would love her, she looks like a mini-version of Sandy!

We love you and think of you all the time.

Maria and Jason

Maria
Sister-in-law

September 15, 2006

Dear Shawna, Jordan & Justin. I only met you a week ago, but after reading everything about your daddy and meeting the three of you I feel like I have known you a lot longer! What a wonderful husband and father you had! I wish I could have met him. I feel so privileged to have gotten to know you Shawna, you are an amazingly strong woman. Your faith in God is amazing & what a wonderful support team you have. I am so happy we go to the same church and I really hope to keep our new found friendship going. Jordan & Justin.. you are two very special and precious little ones. Justin, I think you look just like your daddy & Jordan, you have the most beautiful eyes!! My girls love you both and enjoy playing with you! Shawna, if you ever need anything I want you to know we are always here for you... if I can help with ANYTHING.. please let me know! I cant even imagine what you must be going through.. so I pray this fundraiser is a HUGE success and the monetary part of it will help you with the financial difficulties that come your way!! May God continue to watch over you and your family during these so very difficult times! Tammy Horsley

Tammy Horsley
Wife of Mike Horsley-LASD

September 8, 2006

Howdy Neighbor,
One of the hardest decisions in leaving Corona was loosing our wonderful neighbors & the beauty of the hills. Since we don't have children it was a tough decision between Justin & Jordan or collecting horses. Unfortunately I already had a couple of horses & really wanted them at home. The fortunate part is we remained friends & didn't loose our neighbors, we just didn't get to see them as often.
This last weekend I was honored to be at Justin & Jordan's dedication. Through all Shawna's heartache, the amazement at her strength is unbelievable. After loosing her husband & best friend, her belief in God is still so strong that she made a promise to the Lord to raise your darlings in his name. What a wonderful morning. After, we went to Grazianos which was a perfect get together to celebrate the event. The restaurant was empty & we sat where we celebrated the twins 3rd Birthday. It wasn't as hectic and was definitely extra special. This is where Betty told me about this internet site & that I should write in. I couldn't wait to get started on stories, so here we go with two special events.
At Graziano's the memory that came back to me was our last visit there. The day before Easter celebrating the twins birthday my husband decides to tempt you with fishing on Easter Sunday. Now anyone knows this is a family day and it shouldn't have gone any further except your father-in-law joined in. I figured Shawna would never talk to us again. I even called her Easter morning to make sure I was forgiven for the boys need to be outdoors. I was only off the hook if two of you made it home ON TIME!!! Thanks for being punctual boys. I am so glad all of you had that special morning bonding with God & his beauty.
Another special day was the day the twins came home from the hospital. You see I volunteered to suppply a dinner. We were the 1st meal since we were right next door. For some reason it didn't stop that night. I made a very average Lasagne but with Dave's great passion for food he seemed to think it was exceptional. (what a compliment!) From that day on all request were for lasagne & any time I would cook one he would get a portion or two or possibly his very own for special occassions. Shortly before the accident we got to share a special evening together for a meal at our most recent place. Can you believe Dave almost boycotted dinner since lasagne wasn't on the menu. I'm sure we all know what the outcome was since with Dave the stomache always wins. Boy for his size he sure could eat!
Dave it's two months today and still so hard to believe you are not with us here on earth. We know you are close by but for those of us left behind it's not always easy to move on. You are with us in our thoughts and prayers and please know that your support group from your life here with family and friends are taking wonderful care of your amazing wife & beautiful children.
All our Love Mike & Judy DeBruyn (9-7-06)

Judy DeBruyn
Old neighbor & friend

September 7, 2006