Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

TAN,

You taught me so much, to this day you are still one of the greatest marines ive ever met, i'll be seeing you this friday before my marine corps ball

Staff Sergeant George Garcia
US Marines

November 13, 2011

Staff Sergeant, you trained us hard in the Corps, it wasn't always appreciated but it prepared us to fight, to win. In two days I will become a police officer as well. You taught me how to shoot a pistol, I shot the class high. I will never stop training hard, I will never back down, I will never forget. Thank you.

Josh Pasay
Yale Police Dept

April 4, 2011

You are not forgoten

Anonymous

November 19, 2010

You are not forgoten

Anonymous

November 19, 2010

Officer Nettleton. A year ago you taken from you family, friends and your Las Vegas Metro PD family..R.I.P. Gone but never forgotten.

K.Baltierra
Riverside County Sheriff's dept, ca.

November 19, 2010

To Officer Trevor A. Nettleton, his family and his fellow officers with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Officer Nettleton’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Officer Nettleton and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Memebers and Staff

November 19, 2010

Remembering you on this, the first anniversary of your passing, and praying that God will comfort those you left behind. This is the first of many anniversaries they will have to spend without you, and although it never gets easier, they are never alone. I pray especially for your children, that they grow to know their daddy was a hero and will forever be remembered for his service, dedication and sacrifice. Thank you, Officer Nettleton.

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

November 19, 2010

When I got to Kilo in Sept of 2001 as a new PFC, we all anticipated heading off to war, but it was too early to know where. Trevor was one of our loudest Sgts, and kept at his work, sharpening us like a knife, for the coming battles. On duty or off, he was never easy on us, and a lot of us hated him for it. Trevor was good at his job, though, and made the best Marines he could. He gruffly taught everything he could to anyone who needed it, and I remember him adjusting the trajectory on my M203 on a range on the Big Island at PTA. Later that week, he would throw himself on top of another Marine when that Marine bounced a grenade wrong in a trench, saving them both from shrapnel during a trench clearing training exercise. I am certain many of the Marines he taught survived the coming war, or at least gave a sterling accounting of themselves before they fell, in no small part due to his example and instruction.
I remember Trevor and Sgt. Schulze hanging out a lot on libo, and they were quite the odd couple, as Sgt Schulze was so soft spoken, kind, and gentle (shouting came awkwardly out of his throat, as if it bumped into one side, and staggered a bit because of it) while Trevor was always yelling at someone, ever the hard-ass, making sure everyone kept their gear tight, even on libo. Once in Korea, Trevor made the mistake of trying to pull rank in a bar about something, and Cpl. Wasche (soon to be my squad leader) gave him two black eyes before throwing him over his shoulder and carrying him home.
When I heard Trevor had been killed, I was enraged, feeling perhaps that none of us who survived our service during the war were destined to survive peace. The more I read about the incident and Trevor, the more I saw we had in common. We both graduated HS in 1997 and were about the same age, both married with two small children. When Trevor was killed, I was in my first semester of Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement, and I'm still working toward becoming a cop.

Trevor, somehow you were always there before me.

See you in Valhalla, brother...

LCpl Kotlarz, A. K.
3rd Plt, Kilo 3/3

October 6, 2010

I grew up playing baseball with Trevor. I had no idea our lives would take similar paths into law enforcement. What happened is Terrible and Sad. Trevor, I wish I had known you better.

a fellow Beetle.

Real Police #7415
Seattle PD

August 26, 2010

I read this Officers story, and wanted to pay my respects. Jeff Jaynes, Arizona Highway Patrol near Grand Canyon. God Bless

Officer Jeff Jaynes
Arizona Highway Patrol

July 14, 2010

Trevor, we met your brother Ryan at National Police Week; he is so proud of you and misses you terribly. He was able to meet with Congressman (and former Sheriff) Reichert, and presented him a rubbing of your name from the Memorial wall - not a dry eye in the room.

Rest in peace; you will not be forgotten.

Brenda Donner
Washington State Concerns of Police Survivors

May 18, 2010

You will always be in my heart Trevor; Middle School, High School and for the rest of my life my heart hurts for what happend to you and your family. I couldn't imagine being in their shoes or yours for that matter. I think of you daily...I talk to your mom often...and I will look at your pictures forever! Miss you my friend!

Linda Leavitt/CCOII
Long time friend

May 14, 2010

I am so sorry for your family's loss of a son, brother, husband and father. Whilst visiting from England to see family, they told me what had happened and we visited your graveside and had our own private thoughts of your loss. What a waste of a young life! I don't know your family or you but just wanted your family to know that a complete strange is thinking of your family and hope that in the future, peace will come to their hearts. I know. I have lost too. May your family be strong in heart and soul.

Debbie Delbridge

May 6, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Police Officer Trevor Nettleton,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Police Officer Trevor Nettleton. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that 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 for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Police Officer Trevor Nettleton is a hero.

Respectfully,

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

Anonymous

March 27, 2010

Another Hero lost to the great beyond. Thank you for your Sacrafice, and dedication to preserve our way of life. I knwo in my heart that the Animals that took your life from you will be served with Jutice in this life, as well as the next. And further more, your Family will see you again at the right hand of God.

I love you, and may God rest your soul.

Correctional Officer Cameron Seisan
Nevada Department of Corrections.

January 9, 2010

Officer Nettleton,
I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served with the USMC in Iraq as well. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to exten my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine

Anonymous

December 27, 2009

Officer Nettleton,
While I never knew you, I wanted to take this time out on Christmas day to let your family know that you are being remembered on this day. Even by strangers from out of state. I wish all the best for the family on this most difficult Christmas. Las Vegas Metro has 4 new angels in heaven this year and we respect each and every one of you.
Joe S.

Joe S.
Civilian, Bakersfield, Ca.

December 25, 2009

Officer Nettleton, thank you for your selfless service. May your children learn and know of your goodness; may your wife, parents and brother -- and all your Police brothers and sisters -- receive strength.

How can we ever repay you?

Timothy Reise
Nashville, TN (cousin of Chicago PD Officer)

December 24, 2009

I never had the priviledge of knowing Officer Nettleton, but as a former Marine myself and current police officer, I feel more then confident in speaking for his character. Trevor was a member of two very special fraternities, The United States Marine Corps and public law enforcement (LVMPD Chapter).
When I was in boot camp one of our drill instructors told us "There will be wars and in war Marines will die...but as a Marine you will live forever in the name of the Corps". Trevor will also live forever. Everytime you hear the Marine hymn or see a Las Vegas patrol car glide by on patrol....Trevor will be there.
GOD Bless, GOD Speed and Semper Fi Marine

CPL Keith VanValkenburgh
Dearborn Heights PD (MI)

December 15, 2009

Rest in peace Officer Nettleton, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for serving this great city as well as serving our wonderful country. You will be missed by many!

Shelly
Citizen

December 12, 2009

Trevor,

Again and again I find myself peering back into this site to see your face. I am still lost for words and always have a split second of hope that your photo doesn't pop up and this was all a terrible dream.

I pulled out the albums from our days in Security Forces and showed them to my wife the other night... several from the '99 Marine Corps Ball made me question how we ever made it into this profession... You were quite the influence :)

It was good to remind myself of the great times and memories we shared instead of the horor that I read in the news. You had a profound impact on everyone Trevor and I truly hope your family is made aware of ODMP so they can see that.

As the holidays approach, I can only hope that your family finds comfort in knowing that your a hero in all regards! Your brothers and sisters at LVMPD as well as the rest of the Law Enforcement family will carry a piece of you in our hearts forever.

I look forward to seeing you again my friend!

Danielle, although we have never met, we share a common thread in knowing the great Man, Marine, Officer, Husband and Father that Trevor is and will always be! My deepest condolences to you and your children.

God Bless

Trooper
Maine State Police

December 7, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with those friends and family members that are left behind and cannot follow. Rest in peace my brother in blue...we will take it from here.

PFC Adam F Laser
Westminster City Police Department

December 4, 2009

Dear Family,
I just want to let you know that my heart goes out to you your children and the whole Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department...Your husband Trevor was a true hero and he did a job that not everyone can do...It takes a very "special" person and he filled those shoes...Just always keep his memory alive with not how he died but in the way he lived...That has truly helped me deal with the pain and loss...
With much love from my family to yours,
Nicole Shivers, widow
EOW 1/17/08 - Det. Jarrod Shivers

Nicole Shivers

December 2, 2009

I do not know the events that lead to the deadly assault by those scum. Your fight for life was gallant and your aim was on the mark. All of us in Law enforcement have a lot to be proud of by your actions that day. May God bless you and your family. May you rest in Peace.

RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

December 2, 2009

Thank you, Officer Nettleton for fighting to protect my freedom and security as a United States Marine and an Officer with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Rest In Peace.

Antonio V. Reyes, Las Vegas Resident
Civilian

December 2, 2009