Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was told today that a person that I served with in the U.S.Marines Had died in the line of duty. I came to this website to find that persons name and instead I came across Deputy Piquette's name. I am so in shock! I served with Deputy Piquette with the Marine Detachment on board the USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT ( CVN - 71 ) in 1993. Back then, I knew that L/cpl Piquette was destined to greatness, because he was always striving as a Marine to achieve it. So it really is to no surprise to me that he became a Law Enforcement Officer as we often had conversations leading to what we would do upon exiting the USMC. I am extremely PROUD that he achieved his goal. As often as Marines do, we always promise to stay in touch but as time passes, we get so caught up in lifes' dilemmas and stray away from doing so. I Pray that Our Heavenly Father has an eternal embrace on my fellow Marine and that he has given Him The Best assignment that God has to offer in his Kingdom. SEMPER FIDELIS , your friend - eddie jimenez -

Staff Sergeant
Virginia Army National Guard

July 14, 2006

Dave, what a shock. I never thought! There is one good thing about all of this. You are now one of those special angels looking down watching over all of us. Dave, I will miss you greatly.

Cynthia Daye, OAII
LASD Century

July 14, 2006

David,

You will always be remembered,brother.

Steve Vasquez
US Marine Corps/ Brother/ West Pac '94

July 14, 2006

Dave,
You are an example for us all. Even as little kids both Rich and I wanted to be just like you. You are everything a man, father, husband, son, brother and friend should be. You have made your mark on us all and you earned your wings a long time ago my friend. I guess The Lord has requested your services earlier than expected. You will serve him well. Thank you Dave and God bless.

Mark

Mark Duvall
Friend

July 14, 2006

My heart goes out to the Family of David. I still don't understand how special individual like David are taken from their love ones. I will never forget everything you did for us as a Squad Leader you were truly a great leader and awsome friend . Rest in peace brother and Semper Fi.

GySgt Hernandez
U.S. Marine Corps / Brother

July 13, 2006

The highest of distinctions is service to others. -King George VI

Deputy Piquette -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Deputy Piquette -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

July 13, 2006

I only got to know you a short period of time as well as the rest of my reserve class, but we learned a lot from you. Thank you for not seeing me as a future female detuty, but as a future deputy and teaching me the same way you taught the rest of the guys. You made me more confident in myself and in what I did. We will miss you and once again thank you for being such a great and inspiring instructor.

Reserve Deputy Patricia Rodriguez
LASD

July 13, 2006

David,
I had the honor of meeting you through your beautiful wife and twins. Being a mom of twins, I know how important it is to have a supportive and patient husband. You were that to your wife & more. I saw you last at the twins birthday and remember well the smile and pride you were glowing with as you helped your son to some cake. Please know your wife and the twins are loved and cared for. Rest well and thank you for all you did......... and who you were.
Andrea Toby Beyer. Riverside, CA

Andrea Toby Beyer
friend of wife

July 13, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP DURING MY HARD TIMES AT WORK. YOU ARE MISSED.

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

JORGE A. MENDEZ
LASD

July 13, 2006

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Such a tremendous loss for all who knew and loved David. I'm so sorry.

Trooper
Colorado State Patrol

July 13, 2006

David, I thank God that he let you into my life 9 1/2 years ago at IRC, you were a shinning star and accomplished so much and I know that your Mother was proud of you. I will miss your sweet smile (my baby boy) and until we meet again in heaven, I LOVE YOU DAVID!

Norma Perales SCRC
LASD

July 13, 2006

My sympathy goes to all of David's family & friends. I just saw the beautiful pictures in the memorial page at www.mem.com. You will never be alone, its okay to lean on us too. Please talk of David often and share every memory with the kids. When you are sad and thinking of him. take the time to write him a note.

Peace to all

LEO
Colorado

July 13, 2006

Dave was a hero and loved by so many. Take solace in knowing how many lives he touched and everyone he helped in his career. I am too familiar with the pain you have, I have many of the heart crushing feelings also. My children (3 little boys under age 4) have also lost their Daddy. The Daddy who was everything to them and they loved to be with. I know I am still able to get through each day only because of the help from the Department and Community that he served, and friends that loved him. His brotherhood and family will be there for you forever.

Laurie Ballard
Wife of Kyle Ballard, Pasadena PD, EOW 2/24/06

July 13, 2006

Sir, I never really got to know you, but you trained our class several times. I remember how great you were at what you did and yet so humble, I know you know rest with our Lord Jesus Christ where there is not more pain or sorrow. I will keep your family in my prayers, may they be comforted with inner peace and may your children grow up to be as great as you were. Thanks for serving our great country and Departement. "Blessed are the peacemakers(Deputy Piquette), for they will be called sons of God" (Matthew 5:9).

Deputy Tadrous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

July 13, 2006

Dave
People keep saying it and it is true, it truly feels like a bad dream and we are all going to wake up and you will be there. I wish that were the case. It is such a tradgedy that you are gone. You made such a difference in so many people's lives- I am sure you have seen the out pouring of love for you as you have looked down on us from Heaven.
I met you a few years ago when I met your awesome wife Shawna through the twins club. You had a contagious smile and such a friendly personality. I sooo enjoyed each conversation I had with you and each time Mike and I got together with you and Shawna. I always thought Shawna was so lucky to have such a GREAT guy and I truly didn't even know you as well as many of your friends knew you, but you did make such a huge impression on me.
I won't forget when you were planning Shawna's surprise 30th Birthday party and all the emails you sent me to help you with it. You wanted that evening to be perfect for her with the dinner & comedy and "Country Dancing." You even had the times set and how long you wanted each thing to take.- So funny and sweet and perfect. The evening was wonderful and so memorable.
It was always so obvious how much you loved Shawna as well as your twins Justin & Jordie. ...Such a beautiful family.
Taken way to soon Dave- You will be forever missed by all who knew you. I will be there for Shawna emotionally and physically and Justin and Jordie as well.
Love you Shawna!
Keep your eyes on us Dave.

Sonja Bucur
Friend

July 13, 2006

Dave, is a great guy an excellent deputy and an awesome force tactics instructor. I will miss him greatly. I know he is in a better place. God Bless the Piquette family.

OFFICER YANEZ
L.A. AIRPORT POLICE

July 12, 2006

Piquette Family and Friends,

Just reading the many messages that friends, family and acquaintances have left, Deputy Piquette was undoubtedly a man of Honor and Respect. I remember going on countless ride alongs with him, and the attitude towards his job and the citizens that he helped watch over, was one in a million. We talked about his children and wife and how they meant the world to him. His stories inspired me and they will never be forgotten. I truly respected and admired his loyalty to his country, department, friends and family. God has a reason for taking such a good man and I know Deputy Piquette's legacy will live on and make many more good men and women. I offer my deepest condolences to his family and friends! God Bless You and Your Family, may you rest in peace.

Mike Ryan
Acquaintance/Mentee

July 12, 2006

To the Deputy David Piquette family, you will be in my prayers and may god watch over David's children and wife. God Bless Celeste

citizen Celeste lopez

July 12, 2006

Piquette, I still can't believe that you are gone. We just left your Funeral Service and it was beautiful. I will never forget your smile and your kindness. Know that you left an everlasting impression on myself and the rest of CLASS #294. You will FOREVER be missed and NEVER forgotten. Thank you for being a wonderful friend and an amazing person and thank you for the wonderful Academy memories.

To your family: Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. Know that Dave is in a much better and safer place now, and will forever be your Guardian Angel. Shawna, you and your two beautiful babies will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless your family and Dave rest in peace. Keep us safe!!!!!

LASD/CLASS #294

July 12, 2006

To a fallen brother, we'll never forget you. Thanks for all your training tips and take downs. Until we meet again on the mat in God's country RIP.....For your family, I have them in my prayers.....


Rich

Deputy Rich Kiguelman
LASD / LNX

July 12, 2006

You served us PROUD..Thank you.
Karen Perrucci
Sister of Ofc. Gary D. Pagano Former Marine/Vietnam Vet
EOW 9/14/1982

July 12, 2006

Rest in Peace, twice a hero..Bless your family. Thank you.
Karen Perrucci

July 12, 2006

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.


Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

July 12, 2006

I JUST SAW DAVE ON THURSDAY, JULY 6TH. AS ALWAYS WITH HIS JOB, HE WAS SERIOUS AND READY TO GO, BUT HE DID TAKE TIME OUT TO SAY "HELLO, COOKIE...THANKS FOR COMING OUT". THAT WAS THE TYPE OF PERSON HE WAS. HE TOOK TIME OUT FOR OTHERS WHICH IS WHY HE WAS A PART OF THE FORCE UNIT, A.O.T., ETC.

IT SHOCKED ME TO FIND OUT THAT A DEPUTY HAD BEEN KILLED IN A CAR ACCIDENT. BUT IT HIT HOME TO FIND OUT THAT IT WAS DAVE, ON HIS WAY TO WORK TO HELP OUT WITH ANOTHER PATROL SCHOOL.

TO HIS FAMILY, BOTH IMMEDIATE, AND EXTENDED, I BELIEVE THAT WHEN YOUR WORK DOWN ON THIS EARTH IS DONE, GOD TAKES YOU AWAY TO BEGIN ANOTHER WORK IN HEAVEN, A WORK THAT IS DEFINITELY MORE REWARDING. HE HAS LEFT US IN BODY, BUT IS WITH US IN SPIRIT. MAY GOD BLESS US IN OUR TIME OF LOSS. REST MY DEAR BROTHER, REST.... YOU HAVE DONE A GOOD WORK...

DEPUTY BRIAN K. COOK
LASD FELLOW DEPUTY

July 12, 2006

You were one of the hardest working cops out there. God bless you.

Dep. Schuerger
LASD

July 12, 2006