Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

So I pretty much just finished cleaning up the yard with mom. We tore down part of the shed everything looks a lot better. I should start flight school the day before your birthday so I'm finally headed in that direction. We only talked about it since '96. Anyways I couldn't help but think of how much fun we would have had cleaning up the yard together. I'm just joking but being able to spend anytime with you would be worth my last breath. Love you dad see you later.

Justin Grant
Son

August 17, 2006

I was just reading the reflections left on my Daddy's page just after he died, and saw that your family had written to us. I didn't even know about this site then, but how well I do now! Isn't it something how a loss can bring people together from across the nation! I've never been to California, but I know there are wonderful people there who love their dads as much as I love mine! Know that I am thinking of you all today.
Thank you, Deputy Grant, for your sacrifice. Rest in peace.

Lori Johnson Rowley, wife of NC LEO
Daughter of Sgt. James Johnson, EOW 11/11/04

August 16, 2006

See you in heaven Brother. I know you made a difference in many lives. God bless you, and keep you, your family, and friends.

Jim

Jim Leonard
CHP

July 17, 2006

Every day i try to walk in your foot steps and follow the same road as you. right now i am 16 and i know only two more years until i can begin the training of being an officer. I also know that you will not be the last one that wore that badge or a name tag with GRANT on it. Jen,Jarret,and i are all planning on being cops all i can say is its in the blood.

Future Police Cfficer Cody Grant
Nephew

July 10, 2006

Washing your truck tonight reminded me of what a short time you had to enjoy it-only 9 months-how you had ordered the billet grill for it and it arrived the week after you died- it's just not fair- you were cheated-I miss you so much-I Love You, Rich

June 27, 2006

Two years has gone by and a huge chunk of all of our hearts are gone. These times in life are hard and we all have to deal with them, Aunt Richie,Justin,Jen,Whit n Rory all i can say is i love you guys and be as strong as you can be.Love Ya's

Soon to be deputy sheriff Cody Grant
Nephew

June 6, 2006

I love u uncle Dave... Miss Ya

Soon to be deputy sheriff Cody Grant
Nephew

June 5, 2006

Dearest Family of Deputy Dave Grant,

I just checked the ODMP to see who was on today's date and have been sitting here reading reflection after reflection that you have left for your husband and father. The tears are flowing at the beautiful love you all shared, your respect for each other, and the great pain and loss now a part of every second of your life. We lost our precious Matthew in September of 2004 also in a car accident and life will never be right again. I'm so sorry for some of the things that have added to your pain since the accident, people truly don't understand that idle words replay over and over in our minds, and that we have to learn to categorize and store our thougths just in order to live and take our next breath. Your dad was and is amazing, that's so obvious from your writings filled with love to him. He has passed his love and strength on to you and is holding you when your legs seem like they can not take another step on this earth without him here beside you.

I am holding Dave's life, memory, and great sacrifice with deepest love and respect. I hope you receive some comfort from knowing the story of your family and your love for each other touches my heart.

Sincerely,
Linda Rittenhouse, Matt's Mom Forever
Matthew Rittenhouse EOW 9/16/04

Linda Rittenhouse

May 31, 2006

I just wanted to say that I love you, that I miss all the great times we had together and that you will always be my best friend. I will try to think of each day that I'm away from you not as another since I was last with you but as being another day closer to being with you again. Having said that I'm still mad as hell that you were taken from us but it's because of you and grandpa that I haven't lost it. Continue to look over the girls as I know you do. I love you and am so grateful that you are my father. Love Boot

Justin Grant
Son

May 31, 2006

My brother-in-law was killed in the line of duty 4 years ago. Everyday I visit this site and leave a reflection. I can tell that you were and are loved and missed by so many. You have fallen, we stumble through life with memories.
God bless you for you ultimate sacrifice.

Sister-in-Law
Fallen Officer EOW 4-2002

May 31, 2006

As I read the reflections left by the Grant family, I cried. There are so many similarities between our family's. You have much to be proud of. D/S Grant will live forever in your hearts and I am sure he is looking down from heaven and smiling proudly at his family. Please know that no matter what people say or do, D/S Grant is a hero. He gave his life protecting others and living a life of honor. He raised a tremendous family and you all have much to be proud of. God Bless you all and know that you will be in our hearts and prayers. Thank you for the sacrifice you have given to keep us safe.

LEO wife

May 31, 2006

Two years, it seems like forever---------
I Love you Dave
Rich

May 31, 2006

Please know that your dedication and sacrifice are remembered and honored on this second anniversary of your tragic death. You will forever be remembered as a hero.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

May 31, 2006

Dave,
Two years ago today hard to believe. What a lousy reason for an anniversary. I was recently told a very profound thing that I would like to share with all your frends and family. Your life continues as long as your name is rememered!!!!!! JK

JK Kiess Retired
L.A.S.D.

May 31, 2006

A man remembered with love and respect never dies but continues to live on in the hearts and minds of those who love him.
There is no special words, no magic wand that can be waved that will take away such deep pain as that we have when we jave to part from our loved ones but please know that G-d sees your pain and will send you comfort in many ways.May He give Dave Grant peaceful rest until the chain links again and may He Bless the Grant family.

May 31, 2006

Remembering you on this the second anniversary of your tragic death. Continue to watch over your family they love and miss you so much. God bless you and may you rest in peace.
To the Grant family, I pray you will find comfort in the fact that many people care deeply. Even those, like myself,who never knew him can see he was a loving, caring husband,father & friend and for this reason we can all mourn his passing.

Anne (Civilian UK)

May 31, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother

Deputy Bennett
Henry County Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)

May 31, 2006

It is hard to believe that 731 days ago, you were alive and here with me. Tomorrow will be two years since you've been gone. People say that as time goes by, it gets easier. To me, it just gets more, "numb". It is very easy for me to just shut off feelings or emotions now. But believe me, I have my moments. I can't believe it's been two years Dad. I miss you everyday. Time doesn't make it easier at all. I think about you all the time. Sometimes I just want to lose it. I love you Dad. I'll always be your Poozer Woozer. I can't wait to see your face again. Pooher

Jennifer Grant
Daughter of Dep. Grant

May 30, 2006

Tonight, Jennifer, Whitney and I presented the 1st "Dave Grant Memorial Scholarship" at Sonora High. We chose a girl who wants to become a pediatric nurse. We feel she is a kind and compassionate person,as were you. Besides you always loved children- so perhaps your legacy will live on. I love You Sweetheart. Rich

May 25, 2006

Today our 27th Wedding Anniversary I miss you more than ever. I Love You
Love, Rich

May 17, 2006

I can tell you exactly what I was doing today 2 years ago. You met mom & I at the hospital, because Stella fell. I got a ride with you from the hospital in your new truck, while mom drove Stella back home. It was your 25th Wedding Anniversary with Mom and I told you I would stay home and take care of Stella if you and Mom wanted to go out. You said no, that it was okay. Grandpa had just passed away two days before and you were still trying to come to grips with that. I would have never guessed that exactly 2 weeks after you and I drove away from that hospital together, that you would be gone and I would be driving mom and Whitney back home in the bug....without you. I remember coming home and all of us walking into your bedroom and sitting down and looking around. Your clothes in the closet, your uniforms hanging behind the door, your belts on the other side. The month of May has a certain scent to it. I can smell that day coming. The day our biggest nightmare came true. I wish you were here to kick me in the butt... cause sometimes I just want to lose it. I miss you so much Dad. Happy Anniversary Dad. Stay extra close to Mom today, she needs you! Love, Pooher

Jennifer Grant
Daughter of Deputy Grant

May 17, 2006

Hi Dad.
On May 1st I'm singing @ a Candlelight Vigil in Fresno for the Fallen Officers of 2005. Everyday I check the Officer Down Memorial Page and when I see a new name I get a deep sick feeling in my heart. I think about the families of the officers and all the emotions and heartbreak they are going through. There are no words that can describe how horrible and sick feeling a person gets when someone they love is gone. I went to the Asparagus Festival in Stockton this last Saturday, as I walked in the gates I looked to the right and there stood a man that looked identicial to you from the back. I couldn't help but stand there and stare. He had a blue shirt on, across his entire back in big letters, it said, "DAD". I couldn't believe it. It was nice to pretend that you were standing less then 15 feet from me. I called mom to tell her and she jokingly said, "You should ask him if his name's Dave". I said no, he'd probably think I'm crazy. But as I walked by, someone said "Hey Dave"! I stood there and listened, "Hey Dave, try this Asparagus". His name was Dave! A few minutes later, a group of bikers walked by, their vest said "Bad Bones". Exactly like your vest you wore on your Harley! Mom says that you were with me that day. Made me feel good. But, on May 1st I know that you will be there with me when I'm singing. Every song I sing Dad, I sing for you! I miss you so much! I love you! Love, Pooher

Jennifer Grant
Daughter of Dep. Grant

April 24, 2006

Another Easter without you--all of us together for brunch at Debbie's house-you would of loved the food. It's good that all of us have hung together on holidays like this. It's just so different with mom and dad and now you-gone. I try not to think about it and just enjoy what I do have. The little ones are what makes these holidays worthwhile-Aliana, Hannah, Caesar, Jarrett, Caleb and Lilly. The Grant family continues to grow. Wish you were here-----
Rich

April 16, 2006

Dave,
As Alan Ball from "Six Feet Under" said "Grief makes you crazy". How true that is.


I walk this earth on unfamilar ground
It is rocky and unsteady
Everything is crashing down around me
I am scared-but always brave
Forging on into the unknown
Wondering if it will ever stop
Wondering if I will ever feel safe again


It is wearing your old shirt
Sleeping on your pillow
Remembering the smell of your hair
Your touch-Your kiss
The comfort of knowing
I was safe with you
And that you loved me

I Miss You,
Rich

April 12, 2006

That last few days have been really hard for me... Why? Good question. I was driving around running errands and your song came on the radio, so I text Mom as always so she could listen too. As I pulled in to the shopping center, there was Mom in her bug in the drive through, kinda weird that I just ran into her, after hearing your song. So, I pulled into the parking lot, she pulled in next to me and as we began to talk, your song ended and a new song began. Candle in the Wind, by Elton John... The last song we ever danced to. Mom said to me, "Daddy talking to you", and I lost it. I'm singing at the Fresno Memorial for California Peace Officers killed in the Line of Duty for 2005, I was trying to practice the other day and I couldn't sing a note with crying my eyes out. I miss you Dad... I love you very much. Love, Pooher

Jennifer Grant
Daughter of Dep. Grant

April 5, 2006