Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

December 1, 2012

We remember you and your sacrifice.

A Montanan.

September 7, 2012

While on my way to float the Jefferson river the other day I drove down the DeLaittre Memorial Highway for the first time. Made me think about how it is not fare that your life was taken so soon. I think about you and your family often and know you are watching over everyone.

Ashley
Gallatin County/City of Bozeman 911

July 16, 2012

Dear cousin. I miss you everyday. I as travel for work I remember our conversations about safe travels. I know you are with me looking out for me and I look forward to the day we will be together again. You will never be forgotten...

Ashley
cousin

June 6, 2012

Rest in peace. Thanks for your service.

Police Officer
NYS MTA Police

January 29, 2012

We are thinking of you and your beloved family. You've touched so many lives and we are grateful and will never forget what you have done.

CM
An Officer Wife

December 1, 2011

It has been a year since you were taken from us and the pain of that day has not lessened. You will forever remain in our hearts as we go through the process of healing from our loss. God Bless you, David, for the man you were and the angel you have become.

Kathy Harbolt
David's Girlfriend's Mom

December 1, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the first anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I pray for the solace of those who love and miss you. Both the pain and pride are forever. Losing a child surely is life's greatest sorrow. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05

December 1, 2011

Rest easy my brother. You will never be forgotten.

Deputy M. Hayes
Lewis & Clark County S.O.

December 1, 2011

David,

Today marks the first anniversary of your passing. The loss is no less today than it was a year ago. Our office halls are adorned with pictures and posters serving as a solemn reminder of the ultimate sacrafice you paid. You are in my thoughts daily and I am so proud to have been able to call you my partner.

Thanks for everything you have done for me in the past. You truely are one of the most giving people I have ever know. We miss you.

Trooper J. Sargent
Montana Highway Patrol

December 1, 2011

wow it has been a year. i think of you often and how we would roll around in your celica in billings in college. the fun times we had and how u let me stay with you when i got out of the hospital. i am so glad i was able to meet and get to know you. You were a very loyal friend and will never be forgotten

Until we meet again

patrick morris

November 30, 2011

I walked alone aside the road
To face life’s troubles ahead
Where it might take me and where I’d end up
Served to fill my mind with dread

As the cold winds howled, and lesser men cowled
And the darkness of night did spread
I thought to myself, ‘what sort of man with any sane plan
Wouldn’t rather be safe home in bed?’

As the narrow light thinned, and the chill of the wind
Grew to cut right through to the bone
I looked for a friend, ahead ‘round the bend
Who might help find me safe passage home

But where would I find them, and why would I think
That such a friend exists, or be known
For I know that they do, and, yes, you do too
And they’re only as far as the phone

They sacrifice much, and ask for so little
That we take them for granted each day
They’re there when we need them though some who exceed them
Find a lighter poke holding less pay.

They see the things that Nature brings
And the foibles and missteps of man
They’re the first on the scene and that frequently means
Precious life’s often held in their hand

We’ve lost one now
Through the callous act of a mad man gone awry
Tough is the loss and high is the cost
Paid eternally as years roll on by

So you’ll forgive us who feel the void in our hearts
as Officer DeLaittre is laid to rest
Like his father before him, the honor to serve
Moved him to always give us his best

But what do we do, what can we say, what difference can we offer up
Only to move those who foolishly find all law enforcement corrupt
To understanding their wrong, their feelings misplaced, their view jaded and way off the track
For we’d gladly give all and more of ourselves if we only could have dear David back

Now we each walk alone aside the road
And face our life’s troubles ahead
But our fear’s been replaced by a man in God’s grace
Who we’d rather have with us instead

As the cold winds howl, and lesser men cowl
But a light in the darkness has shown
No fear exists as the Light ‘round the bend is held by a friend
Who will help find us safe passage home

A Respectful Citizen

August 9, 2011

I was working on a crash report the night you were taken from us. I remember feeling ill because it was so close to home for me. I go to Missoula all the time for vacation and weekends and it just hit me like a train when I saw the news about you. Brother, you will never be forgotten. When I work up US HWY 12 towards Montana, I think of you for some reason. I can't explain it. I often think about you. Again, I don't know why. I've never met you but we are connected because of the lives we chose. I will remember you always and I have already told my sons about you. Rest now...your brothers and sisters will uphold your honor and memory the best we know how.

Trooper
Idaho State Police

July 25, 2011

I was working on a crash report the night you were taken from us. I remember feeling ill because it was so close to home for me. I go to Missoula all the time for vacation and weekends and it just hit me like a train when I saw the news about you. Brother, you will never be forgotten. When I work up US HWY 12 towards Montana, I think of you for some reason. I can't explain it. I often think about you. Again, I don't know why. I've never met you but we are connected because of the lives we chose. I will remember you always and I have already told my sons about you. Rest now...your brothers and sisters will uphold your honor and memory the best we know how.

Trooper
Idaho State Police

July 25, 2011

Trooper David DeLaittre is a trooper I have known since he was a baby and his Dad was on the Patrol. It was so nice to see the young man he became as he successfully completed the selection process and was sworn in as a Trooper.

David was always a friendly face and would stop to say hi each time he was in Headquarters. He stopped by my office the day before he died. During that conversation, I asked how he liked his job as a Trooper. With his brown eyes, freckled nose, and great smile, he simply said, “I love it and love working Highway 287.” I certainly treasure that visit.

To his family and friends, may you always feel God’s loving arms around you and providing strength for each day.

David will always be remembered.

Blessed be the memory of Trooper David J. DeLaittre.

Kristi Skaalure
HR Assistant, Montana Highway Patrol

July 15, 2011

God bless you Trooper DeLaitrre, for your service on the Montana Highway Patrol. I wish i could of personally met you. Your grandparents spoke so well of you and your grandmother still does. You gave the ultimate sacrifice keeping all my family and friends safe. You will be greatly missed by all. Thank you again for your service, and may god bless you.

Cobey Guy

May 25, 2011

God Bless

Trooper
Virginia State Police

April 20, 2011

I have followed the tragic end to your life since your tour of duty in Heaven started on December 1, 2010. Later this week I will be in Billings to test for your agency and can only hope to patrol and keep safe the very state and community you once did and still do. Godspeed, Sir.

Officer Dreher #48363
Tucson Police Department

April 5, 2011

david
thank you for everything youve done as a mhp officer rest in peace you are in my thoughts and mind all the time
Thank you

Anonymous

April 4, 2011

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and the MHP.

Trooper J Andreasen
Iowa State Patrol

April 4, 2011

As the days go by we miss you more and more. Will the pain ever stop? The anger takes over sometimes and I want to lash out at someone. Your sisters miss you so much. I am ready for the day when you and I can be together again, forever. I love you my beautiful son, mom.

Anonymous

March 7, 2011

On behalf of the New York State Police, our prayers are with you and your family. May you Rest in Peace....

Trooper
New York State Police

February 1, 2011

It has taken me a while to be able to get on here and I still am not sure what to say. You're in my thoughts daily, as is your family. Your loss left a hole that will never be filled. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice. I know you're up above keeping watch over your colleagues. You will NEVER be forgotton.

Rebecca Hegar
Gallatin County 911

February 1, 2011

Your watch on earth now done...forever rest in peace. May God bless you and all your fllow officers.

Montana Citizen

January 24, 2011

Dave,
It was great getting to know you. Supper at Rosa's was great as I could see your enthusiasm for the job and thought how I was as a young officer. I got hit in a shooting on Monday here in Livingston and you would be proud of your fellow troopers the way the responded to help. I wish I could have gotten to know you better and yes one day you and I will patrol together again. Your in my thoughts everyday.

See ya in the future,

Tom

Lt. Tom Totland
Park County Sheriff's Office

January 20, 2011