Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Trooper Blanton's death. Thank you for protecting the rest of us from the ignorant drunk drivers who threaten us as we try to live our lives the best we can, like you must have. Thanks for fighting the good fight, I hope that I am given the honor of serving the way that you did. I'll pray for his family and fellow troopers.

Pat
Police Explorer, Maryland

I am so sorry for this horrible loss. I pray God's comfort over Trooper Blanton's family, friends, and law enforcement family he leaves behind. I'm no relation to Trooper Blanton, but it struck a chord in me as Blanton is my maiden name and my husband is a police officer. Even from so far away, it hurts.

You will always be remembered as a hero.

Cheri (Blanton) Chavers
Officer's Wife, Anchorage (Alaska)P.D.

Our deepest sympathy to Trooper Blanton, his family, and friends.

S.R.Yeaman
Danville VA PD

Thank you for your service. Rest in peace blue angel.

S. Yates
concerned citizen

My thoughts and prayer's go out to Trooper Blanton and his family and co-worker's, STAY STRONG !!!!!
REST IN PEACE BROTHER BLANTON AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Sgt. K. E. Bish Jr.
VA. STATE UNIVERSITY POLICE

I am just starting my carrer with the Virginia State Police and I can only hope that I can follow the footsteps of Trooper Blanton. My thoughts and prayers are with the Blanton family.

Trooper Trainee Brown
Virginia State Police

To the family, friends, and co-workers of Trooper Blanton. May God comfort you while you deal with the loss of Trooper Blanton. Know that Trooper Blanton was a part of the largest family in the world, law-enforcement, and we are mourning his loss with you. Rest in peace brother.

Officer and Mrs. Mike Davidson
Bloomfield, Iowa Police Dept.

My sincere sympathy to your family, friends and fellow Troopers. You’re a hero to all of us wearing the uniform. Thanks for protecting the highways of Virginia. RIP my brother.

Sgt. Louis J. Torche
United States Park Police

To the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Blanton... know that we all share your grief and pain with you. May God bless and comfort you during the difficult times ahead.

Jamie Johnson, surviving sister of
Officer Jon Cook
San Francisco Police Dept.

Trooper Blanton,

My deepest sorrow over this tragedy. May you, your family and law enforcement family be wrapped in the LORD's Comfort and Grace.

Anonymous

My deepest sympathies to the family, friend, and co-workers of Trooper Blanton. May you rest in peace now that your tour is done here on earth, you are with God now. Thank you for the service that you gave to your community and this country. You will not be forgotten.

Ofc. Darcy Meade
Kosciusko Co. Sheriff's Office

Michael will be remembered as a consummate professional. His calm demeanor and resolute determination enabled him to be successful as a trooper and in life. May his family take comfort in knowing that he will not be forgotten.

Special Agent T.D. Kanode
Virginia State Police

God bless you and your family midnight roller. I can't believe we have lost another brother this month. God speed Midnight Roller. You will be missed.

Midnight Roller
Hanover County Sheriffs Office. Va

My thoughts are with Trooper Blanton's wife and young son at this time of grief. Words can not help you through this time, but always know that you are not alone. Your husband, father are now keeping watch from above.

Lori Brown
Aunt of Deputy Renee Azure EOW 8/06/02

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family. And we are sorry for their loss and our loss.

Deputy T. Rudolph #2160
Lcso

I am always saddened to hear of a Law Officers passing, my prayers go out to the Family, friends, and fellow officers of Trooper Michael T Blanton during this delicate time.

God Bless your soul dear Brother...

Officer Glenn McGloughlin
King County Jail

ONE MORE OFFICER TAKEN FROM US BY A DRUNK DRIVER.. RIP AND I WILL CONTIUE TO DO EVERYTHING IN MY POWER AS A POLICE OFFICER TO STOP DUI DRIVERS LIKE YOUR KILLER!

POLICE OFFICER JIM GILBERT
COLUMBUS OHIO DIV OF POLICE

We are deeply saddened by the news of the death of Trooper Michael Blanton.
Mine and my family's condolences go to his family, friends and colleagues who are in our hearts and in our minds at this time.
Sadly, those who remain must shuffle together to close the gap in the Thin Blue Line, caused by his passing.
May this Hero never be forgotten.
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J. Ryk "Bristle" Traeger Snr.
Senior Constable (Rtd)
South Australia Police (36 years)
Member of Offduty, TopCops
Vietnam Vet and Proud of it.

Senior Constable J.R.TRAEGER Rtd
South Australia Police

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I will pray for God's comfort and peace at this time.

Surviving Sister of OK Trooper Chris Van Krevelen
J-952 E.O.W. 11/28/2002

Kelly Van Krevelen
Communications Division EPD,Enid OK

I cannot begin to express the sadness over this loss and the tragic nature in which Trooper Blanton gave the ultimate sacrifice. I followed the story from start to finish and shed many tears. God be with Trooper Blantons wife, young son, the rest of his family & friends and also his "extended" law enforcement family. I grieve for you all

M. Claytor, Dispatcher
Albemarle/Charlottesville PD

So sorry, Virginia. Your state has had more than its share of heartache lately. Am especially saddened at the nature of Trooper Blanton's death, altho no death is easy. It does make me feel a little better to know someone was apprehended, but it won't bring Trooper Blanton back. From one coast of America to the other, we are sharing in your sorrow and so disappointed that once again families have to deal with the loss of a loved one. To all those who are deeply touched by this tragic event, I extend my sympathy and ask that our merciful and
compassionate Heavenly Father will be near to you as you go thru your long grieving process. It's unbearable without Him. God bless you!

Lynn Kole
Washington State

Lynn Kole

Thankyou for your service, dedication and sacrifice Officer Blanton. The oath you took to uphold law and order and protect the citizens in your community, has earned you respect in the highest degree. You will be missed by a nation of gratefull citizens and Law Enforcement Officers. May you rest in peace.

To the family of Officer Blanton: Thank you for the support you gave him while he did his work. He now has a new beat to patrol, protecting us just as he did while on earth. Be comforted in knowing that he is with God, watching over you in every step you take. May God bless you all

Travis Eyestone- Security Officer
Mercy Hospital Security

My sincere condolences are extended to Trooper Blanton's family, friends, co-workers and the Virginia State Police!

Officer Steve Redding
Columbus, Ohio Division of Police

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Trooper Blanton's family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. I wish I could give you a few words of wisdom to help you through this tough time, but there isn't anything I can really say or do to make the situation better.

Please accept my condolences on behalf of the McElderry family and remember that Michael is part of huge law enforcement family. If you ever need anything any number of them will be there for you (as I've quickly found out!) Michael was well respected and well loved. Thank you for a job well done and for helping to make this world a safer place for us all. Please take care of my fiance Dennis.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar
Dennis McElderry's fiancee (EOW 01/03/03)

I was shocked this morning to hear the tragic news of Trooper Blanton's death. This is the second law enforcement officer to die in the line of duty, in this county, this month. I didn't personally know Trooper Blanton, but I do recall seeing him from time to time in the Henrico County Court House. You will be surely missed by your family, friends, and fellow law enforcement officers. Rest in Peace Brother!

DEW
Henrico County Division of Police