Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was so saddened to hear of the death of Deputy Pierre Bain. I had the very good fortune to be his teacher and coach druing his junior high school years. Even at that young age, I knew that God had given this world a very special person. Diane, we want you and his daughters to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. God bless you all.
Jerry Romsa
Principal - TLJSHS

Jerry Romsa
Trinity Lutheran Jr/Sr High School

March 29, 2006

Effondrés par cette horrible nouvelle recevez Germaine et Orville nos condoléances les plus sincères.Nous pensons tellement à vous,à ses filles et à sa femme.LOVE.Patricia&Jean-François

Patricia et Jean-François LEBLANS
PARIS FRANCE

March 29, 2006

We worked with Pierre, his brother and his dad at Parker Seal in Culver City, CA for several years.Our heart goes to the Bain's family, may God Bless all of you.

Issy Gutierrez/ Edgardo Pulley
Parker Seal

March 29, 2006

I worked with Pierre and his Dad at Parker seal in Culver City for many years.We were very sorry to hear Pierre untimely passing.Our thoghtsand prayers are with his family. We will always remember him

Edgardo Pulley(CHOMPI)
Parker Seal. Co.

March 29, 2006

Pierre's untimely death on March 23, 2006, was tragic for many reasons: He was a law enforcement officer putting his life on the line every day; he was a husband; he was a father; he was a good man who contributed to the betterment of our community; he was also a friend..., someone who occupied a special pedestal in the recesses of my memory.

Pierre and I attended Trinity Lutheran Jr. High School in Reseda, California in the early 1970's. We played on the same basketball team, the Mustangs, as fourteen-year-old athletes with a tireless passion and dedication to the game.

Pierre, however, was truer to this passion and dedication than was I. You see, in the Spring of 1974, Pierre and I quit our team because of a silly disagreement we had with our coach (who, incidentally, is a stellar man, and who I love and respect to this day). What set Pierre and I apart as men, however, was that shortly thereafter, he was wise enough and man enough to rejoin the team and complete the season. As for me, instead of setting my ego aside and making the right decision as Pierre had done, I remained stubborn to the end and chose to sit on the sidelines as my teammates played on without me. Indeed, bad teenage decisions carry the kick of a shotgun blast...

What makes Pierre's death even more tragic is that I did not know -- until after I heard of his death in the news -- that he lived and worked only a few miles from my home in Palmdale. I am haunted with regret because of this lost opportunity. I will miss him greatly.

Someday, somewhere, somehow, Pierre and I will again wear our blue and gold jerseys and play a game of one-on-one on that black-top parking lot of our youth. Maybe then he'll finally let me win a game...

Craig M. Tappa

Craig M. Tappa - Palmdale Resident
Pierre's Jr. High School Friend

March 29, 2006

I went to high school with Pierre, and we were friends. I have not seen him for many years, but I will always rememeber him as a great guy with a tremendous sense of humor. I can't believe he is gone.

David Martinson, Civilian

March 28, 2006

In Valor there is Hope.

Policeman's 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want,
His comforting hand reduces fear to naught;
He makes me walk through streets of crime,
But He gives me courage and peace of mind.

He leads me by still waters in the path I trod,
And He says in Romans I'm a "minister of God,"
He leads me in righteousness as He restores my soul,
For His name's sake He keeps me whole.

When I walk through death's valley, right up to the door,
I will fear no evil, for He comforts me more;
For Thou art with me every step of the way,
As thy rod and thy staff protect me each day.

He prepares a table, especially for me,
As I work daily among life's enemies;
He gives me authority to uphold the law,
And He anoints my position in the midst of it all.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,
Each day of my life through eternity;
As I long to hear Him say, "Well done...,"
When I lay down my life, my badge, and my gun.

Author Unknown

P.O. Chris Welby
Bridgeton, Mo. PD

March 28, 2006

Pierre, You will never be forgotten. Thanks for all the laughs and memories. May God watch over your family. Rest in peace and help keep us all safe.

Deputy Paul Fernandez
LASD/ Lancaster Station

March 28, 2006

Dear Dianne,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss and can not imagine how much pain you must be in. I just want you to know that my family and I have you in our prayers and our thoughts will be with you in the next upcoming months. I feel it has been a very rough year for collie breeders and their families. We have had a lot of losses this past year. Your loss above all has been such a shock and we know that you will have the strength and courage needed to move on.I am very sorry I can not attand the funeral because of commitments to my children,but you will be in my thoughts.
Colliefully yours,
Barbara Hash O'keefe and Family

Barbara O'keefe and Family
Gambit Collies

March 28, 2006

Our hearts go out to the family of Deputy Sheriff Pierre Bain. You are a true hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. May the memory of your service, heroism and sacrifice remain forever. May God bless you, your family and brother/sister officers and guide you all through this most difficult of times. AC

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

March 28, 2006

My most heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and fellow officers of Deputy Bain. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

To his wife and daughters: I lost my husband in the line of duty one year ago, and am left to raise 2 children on my own. This is a very painful journey that none of us wanted to take. Please know that you do not walk this path alone, but with many others who have suffered similar losses. I pray you find the comfort you need to get you through this tragedy.

Deputy Bain, thank you for your service and sacrifice. May God bless you and may you rest in eternal peace, forever safe in the arms of the angels.

Carin E. Sollman, surviving spouse
Officer Jesse E. Sollman, EOW 3/25/05

March 28, 2006

Bev and I worked with Pierre and his dad at Parker Seal in Culver City, CA for many years. We were very sorry to hear about Pierre's untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. We will always remember him.

Bob and Bev Scharwath
Parker Seal co,

March 28, 2006

Please accecpt our deep heart felt condolence on the death of Deputy Bain.

Chaplain Lewis F. McElfresh,
Chief Richard Doscher.

Chaqplain Lewis F. McElfresh
Yuba City Police Department, Yuba City, Ca. 95993

March 28, 2006

So sad. His wife is working on a surprise collie portrait for my daughter, that's how I found out. My thoughts are with his family.

Beverly Barton
private

March 28, 2006

On Behalf of the La Porte Police Honor Guard, our prayers and thoughts are with you Rest in Peace my brother. It's our watch now. You have done your time.

Detective G. Keene
La Porte Police Dept.

March 28, 2006

Iworked with Pierre for several years at Parker Seal and was a big pleasure of knowing as a caring person.

Manuel Ortega

March 28, 2006

Pierre, I had the pleasure of working with you in the Traffic Unit at Lancaster Station. I will always remember your advise on how to be a better Traffic Deputy. My friend, I am truely going to miss you. You and your family are in our prayers. Look over us and keep us safe.
You will NEVER be forgotten.
God speed my friend................

Dep. M. Montesdeoca
LASD-Lancaster / Traffic

March 28, 2006

Diana, my heart goes out to you and Pierre's family, I will alway remember him with a smile on his face and a quick laugh even when the joke was on him. What you two had together was truly special he really loved you, you could see it in his face. You introduced him to "the dogs" and he found something else to love and a whole group of new friends. Because he was like that always friendly,always helpful,and so full of life. I hope you find some piece in knowing all your friends are thinking about you and Pierre, we will miss him to. Anything you need just let your "collie family" know, I want you to know that we may be competative in the ring, but we really are an extended family outside the ring, and that is where it really matters.
LInda Robbins
Gambit collies

Linda Robbins
friend and fellow collie breeder

March 28, 2006

Rest in peace Brother, May God Bless you and your family.

Patrolman

March 28, 2006

"What a nice guy', we all thought when we first met Pierre. We had spoken with Diana at length about her beautiful collie pups and spent a day with her and Pierre selecting our new puppy to take home that day. While there talking with Diana, who was so lovely, helpful and informative, Pierre entertained our son by showing him their home- the chickens, collecting eggs for Ryan to take home, showing him his motor bike and then chatting with us. We were all impressed by the home they had toghether because it seemed filled with the immense love Diana and Pierre had for other. We were delighted that in coming to choose a new family member, we had met such a lovely couple.

Our hearts go out to Diana and Pierre's three daughters. The loss must be immeasurable. We know he was one of the good guys and you were all the lucky ones to have had him in your lives. We are so sorry for your loss.

With our deepest sympathy,

Mandy, Bjorn and Ryan Gustafsen.

Mandy, Bjorn and Ryan Gustafsen

March 27, 2006

I worked with Pierre and had the pleasure of knowing a humble and caring person. You will truly be missed.

Connie Curran
Parker Seal

March 27, 2006

Deputy Bain,
You and your family are in our prayers. Rest Easy Brother!

Officers Paul and Amy Sperandeo
Westwego and Gretna Police Departments LA

March 27, 2006

Dear Diana & friends & family of Officer Bain:
What greater virtue can we seek than service to others? Pierre's example will be cherished by the many lives he touched. We are all deeply sorry for your loss.

amy wagner
civilian

March 27, 2006

Deputy Bain was a true and dear friend of our family. My mother and children had the honor of knowing Deputy Bain and his girls. I was devasted when I heard the news of his passing.

Our family will keep the family of Deputy Bain in our thoughts and prayers, that God will keep them strong and safe.

With Love
Evelyn Shirley
Daughter of Bobbie Kelly/Phelps
Mother of Maurice and Danyelle.

evelyn shirley
Texas Department of Criminal Justice

March 27, 2006

From one fellow motor officer to another, this is our worst fear when we ride. But, we do it for the love of the wheel, the job, and the pride. You just make sure the chrome on your wheel upstairs is clean....we will all ride again brother! So for now, Good Ride Cowboy, good ride.

Officer B.J. Dean POII
Norfolk Police Department / Traffic - Motorcycle Unit

March 27, 2006