Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Friday, July 7, 2006
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff David Stan Piquette
To the family, friends, and co-workers of Deputy Piquette...I hope you find strength in each other for as long as you need it. Keep the memories fresh, write them down if possible to share with his girls when they get older. Remember the good times, the hysterical ones, the joyeous ones, the boring ones, the inspirational ones, the sad ones,the ridiculous ones, and any memorable time you can think of. Fill yourself up with those memories and know that he is now in a place where he can watch over all of you. My heart is with you all.
Marsha
CHP Family
July 8, 2006
To the wife, young children, family, friends and coworkers of Deputy Piquette my heart and prayers are with you all. May God be with you and guide you through these dark and troubled days. To the very young children of Deputy Piquette may the grow up to know and remember that their daddy is a true hero who will not be forgotten. God bless you all.
Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
July 8, 2006
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Piquette and to the entire Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Thank you Sheriff Piquette for your years of service, dedication, and sacrafice for your community. God Speed.
Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department - Bayview District
July 8, 2006
Our Greatest Fear
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
too many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.
Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller
M/Tpr. Dave "Stumpy" Miller
Indiana State Police Dist 13
July 8, 2006
Thank you for your service, Deputy Piquette. Our thoughts and prayers are with your wife and kids. The road ahead is going to be very hard on them; they will have the love, support and prayers of people from all across the country. We are so very sorry to hear about this tragedy. Rest in heavenly peace.
July 8, 2006
Deputy Piquete, my force training instructor. It has only been a few weeks since I left your class. If you ever had any doubt that your teachings got through to me, I want you to know that it has. Not only did you leave a everlasting impression in my mind but you also left an everlasting impression on the entire department. Because of you, members of our department are stronger, wiser, and more courageous. You heard it yourself: Recruits who thought they could never take on agressive attackers now feel they can take on the world. You've brought us from ordinary people to giants. Because memories of you are in my heart, you'll never be forgotten and heros live forever.
D'Andre Lampkin
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
July 8, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Piquette's family, friends and fellow officers. Rest in peace, Sir.
AZ Narc
July 8, 2006
God Bless you Deputy Piquette. Your family and friends are in my prayers.
Detective Russell
LAPD
July 8, 2006
I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND LOS ANGELAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT REGARDING THE DEMISE OF DEPUTY DAVID STAN PIQUETTE. I HOPE EVERYONE THAT KNEW THIS OFFICER WILL CONTINUE TO REMEMBER HIS BRAVERY, COURAGE, AND THE LEGACY IN WHICH HE LEAVES.
DEPUTY PIQUETTE YOUR SHIFT IS OVER NOW, WE WILL TAKE IT FROM HERE. REST IN PEACE, BROTHER...
DEPUTY JAMES E BRADFORD JR
BRADLEY COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
July 8, 2006
My sympathy goes out to Sheriff Piquette's family and co-workers. He will never be forgotten.
Nantucket FD
July 8, 2006
Another hero gone.
God bless Deputy Piquette's family, friends, co-workers and community that he leaves behind. Thank You Deputy.
Patrolman
Coplay Borough Police Dept. Lehigh County, PA.
July 8, 2006
Rest in peace brother, you will not be forgotten.
Patrolman Shaun McCready
Altoona (PA) Police Department
July 8, 2006
Rest in Peace, Deputy Piquette
Thank you for your service and sacrafice.
Police Lieutenant
Everett, Massachusetts
July 8, 2006
Godspeed Deputy Piquette. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family, friends, and co-workers during this dark time.
Detective D. Thompson
Colorado Springs Police Department
July 8, 2006
AMERICA LOST A HERO..DEPUTY PIQUETTE GO PATROL THOSE GOLDEN STREETS, YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR WINGS.MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, AND WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND YOUR TWINS AND LET THEM KNOW THAT THERE DADDY DIED A HERO. R.I.P. BROTHER.
SGT. MARC RILEY
ARAGON GA POLICE DEPT.
July 8, 2006
Rest in peace Brother David, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.
Son of G.Truman Wortham EOW7/15/73
July 7, 2006
REST IN PEACE THANKS FOR MAKING THIS STATE A SAFER PLACE.
anton herman
son of fallen officer (CDC offficer L. herman EOW 1988)
July 7, 2006
My condolences to the family and Deputy Piquette's two young children. The children won't understand what he stood for in life, but I am sure his wife and family will explain it to them one day. They will be proud of you, my friend.
To his wife in particular: I'm sorry for your great loss. Don't lose hope. He has only passed on to a greater place. Your children, and his example, are a gift to the world. God Bless.
Deputy Sheriff
CCSO
July 7, 2006
Thank you, Deputy Piquette, for your service to the citizens of California and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Hero.
Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas
civilian
Janice Brown
civilian
July 7, 2006
Sir, may God watch over your family and friends in their time of need. He will give them the strength they need to cope with this terrible tragedy.
God speed hero, we have the watch from here.
Friends of Larry R Cox EOW 4/21/05
Chillicothe Ohio Police Department
July 7, 2006
Rest in Peace Brother. May God Bless Your Family and May You Watch Over All of Us As We Continue The Fight! Your Sacrifice Will Not Be Forgotten. You Served Well, Now Guard The Gates of Heaven and Guide Us, While Keeping Us Safe and Alert. May God Bless Every MOS. “Fidelis Ad Mortem”
PO
NORWICH PD, CT
July 7, 2006
Early this morning my son drove by the scene of the accident that tragically took your life. He called me as soon as he heard a law enforcement officer had died as a result of the accident. I placed a mourning band on my badge before I left for work. I had recently worn the band for a fellow USDOJ special agent that was shot and killed in Florida just 2 weeks ago. It pains me to know that several officers have been killed in that short time. May God bless your family and fellow deputies in this time of grief. Thank you for your service and commitment to the citizens of Los Angeles County. We will never forget you. Rest in peace brother.
Special Agent
United States Department of Justice
July 7, 2006
God be with your wife and little babies... I'm so sorry. I'll never forget your sacrifice, nor will I let anyone else. Thank you. Say hi to Pete in Heaven
LEO Fiancee and friend of Peter Grignon EOW 3/23/05
July 7, 2006
your "family" will never forget - your kids will know you were a hero - our thoughts and prayers are with you Deputy and Mrs. Piquette
Deputy Marc Ayers
Broome Co. Sheriffs Office - Binghamton NY
July 7, 2006
GOD BLESS THIS OFFICER AND HIS BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. DEPUTY SHERIFF DAVID STAN PIGUETTE IS YOUR GUARDING ANGEL,HE WILL ALWAYS BE WATCHING OVER YOUR FAMILY.REST IN PEACE MYFRIEND.
LT.CAROLLO
NYPD
July 7, 2006