Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I am greatly moved by the sacrifice of this young trooper. My deepest sympathy to his family, and brothers and sisters of the Virginia State Troopers..my God continue to bless you all, in Christ's name


Sic Semper Tyrannis

former member
Richmond Virginia Police

Take comfort in knowing we all are one family.
Our department, and its' members, are there for you at all times.

Gresham Police Benevolent Group

Dana,
I just figured it out that Tpr. Blanton was your husband. I remember you from when I was at S&S(H'Burg). I am so sorry for your loss. You and your son are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family. May the person responsible be brought justice in a most speedy manor.

Jamie

James C McCormick, Jr (Jamie)
Former Police Officer

I worked with Micheal while he was stationed at Cheyenne Mtn. All he could ever talk about was going home and becoming a trooper. He was an outstanding troop while in the military and I am sure he exceeded all expectation as a trooper. My prayers are with Dana, Spencer and all his family. A true loss.

Richard D. Hayward, TSgt, USAF
USAF Security Forces

My heart goes out to you, Dana and Spenser. I enjoyed seeing you all at the reunion, and Josh and I were hoping to spend time with you and Michael again. My constant thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Sharon

Sharon Chewning

Our hearts go out to your family in this time of need. You were taken way too early. You made the ultimate sacrifice protecting those here in Virginia. The beat you now patrol has no violence. You are a true hero.

Sergeant
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

The men and women of the Illinois State Police offer our condolences to the family of Trooper Blanton and the Virginia State Police.

Illinois State Police

God bless you and keep you. Please watch over those of us who still are here doing the job. Peace.

Trooper Christopher Bauer
Kansas Highway Patrol

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Blanton family and the Virgina State Police.

Telecommunications
Summerville Police Department

To the Family and Partners of Trooper Blanton,

You are in my prayers this night! There is no explaination to the senseless loss of Michael but know that he died doing what he loved and in that he kept us all safe. Be proud of him and know that he watches over you......

A Brother In Blue
US Park Police

To the family and co-workers of Michael Todd Blanton - be strong and remember that Michael will watch over us.
" . . . And when we lay down our night sticks, enroll us in your Heavenly Force, where we will be as proud to guard the throne of God as we have been to guard the city of men."

Trooper Kevin F. McMahon
New York State Police

My thoughts are with you and your family Todd. Go in Peace ....

Matt
36th SPS Bitburg Air Base, Germany
Gearhart OR. PD

Oficer Matt Sivley
Gearhart Police, Oregon

Thank you Trooper Blanton for your sacrifice to our cause. You were an outstanding officer and your efforts will not be forgotten. Rest in peace brother.

Deputy J. W. Houston
York County Sheriff's Office, Va

The Ingham County Sheriffs Office sends its sincere condolences to the family of Trooper Michael Blanton and to our brother and sister officers at VSP.

Rest easy, Brother. Your work is done here.

Deputy K.J. Bowden
Ingham County Sheriffs Office

MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY. IT SADDENS ME WHEN I HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF ANOTHER BROTHER. MAY GOD EASE YOUR FAMILY'S PAIN, YOUR MEMORY WILL ALWAYS LIVE IN THE HEARTS OF YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS BEHIND THE BADGE.

TROOPER JAMES SELLS
TENNESSEE HIGHWAY PATROL

Michael, I have only known you for two years although it seems as if I have know you forever! I will never forget the fun times that you, Dana, LeAnn and I had. Trooper Blanton, Thank you for making the streets safer for all of our families, you will be greatly missed! When it is my time to leave this world I pray that I would have been half the man you were!! May Saint Michael watch over you now!

S. Mitchell

Scott Mitchell
AT&T Broadband Investigative Ops.

I am so sorry for your loss. May Trooper Blanton rest in peace.

Sami Thomson
Surviving niece of Officer Jon Cook
San Francisco Police Department

I last saw Michael, Dana, and little Spenser at Dana's 10-year high school reunion this September. Dana and Michael had been married for nearly 10 years and all could see that during that decade they had grown together and developed into two amazing people. They had embraced their roles as husband and wife, father and mother. They were two wonderful people who served God, country, community, and family. Michael made such a positive impact on the world. He won’t be forgotten.

Anonymous

Words cannot express the grief that I feel for Dana and the rest of the family. Dana- please know that I will ALWAYS be here for you. I love you very much. You will be with Michael again one day. Love, Ginger

Ginger Widmyer Shifflett

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 While we cannot fathom what would posess someone to act so cowardly, we can be sure of one thing, Trooper Blanton is on a Heavenly patrol with all the other LEO's who have served with character and bravery. Mrs. Blanton, you are surrounded by many who share your anguish and pain, lean on them...Trooper Blanton, tell Billy (EOW 11-13-01) we miss him every day.
Ky Peace officer
Isaiah 40:31

To the Blanton family, our prayers and thoughts are with you. To a former coworker and brother, rest in peace. I knew you briefly but will remember you always.

God bless you and all who have given their lives to protect others.

Ptlm. M. J. Gray
Chesterfield Police Dept.

May God continue to Bless your Family and Friends brother.Thank you for a job well done.

dsv
NPD

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER, YOUR TOUR OF DUTY IS NOW OVER HERE. MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY, CO-WORKERS, AND FRIENDS. I AM AT A LOST FOR WORDS AND FEEL THE PAIN IN MY HEART FOR YOU AND YOURS. GOD HAS SENT FOR YOU AND NOW YOU CAN WATCH OVER US.

SPO RE BRIGGS SR
NORFOLK PD MOTOR UNIT

God bless the family of Trooper Michael Todd Blanton and the Virginia State Police for their loss. Trp. Blanton will always be remembered and honored as a hero....Rest in heaven my fellow brother....

Trooper
New Jersey State Police

Mike, I only met you a short time ago when you stopped to check on me on a traffic stop. We talked several times in passing or while sitting in court. You were very professional in what you did. You seemed to enjoy your job to the fullest. I am glad to hear that you were close to God in your family and work life. May God bring peace and understanding to your family during this tragic event. We just lost a brother of ours a couple weeks ago. May you and Andre Booker look over the rest of us and help to keep us safe. God Bless you and your family.

Officer A.J. Gordon
Henrico Division of Police, VA