Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

R.I.P. brother,,,your 10-87. We'll take it from here.

Sgt. H. Covert (Ret.)
Lee County S.O. (FL.)

December 9, 2011

Truly saddened to know that a Hero is missing from the world today. Thank you for your service and dedication to the citizens of our state and country. You will be missed. My heart aches for your family. My God you close and them closer.

John Porter, EMT
Kilmarnock Lancaster Volunteer Rescue Squad

December 9, 2011

With deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Officer Deriek Crouse. Our thoughts and prayers also go out to the Va Tech Police Dept. and Va Tech University community for the loss of one of their heroes.

Officer L. Darnall
Univ of Colorado Colorado Springs Police Department

December 9, 2011

Thank you for your service to our country and law enforcement. RIP Officer Crouse and God bless your family and the entire VTPD.

MPO Matt Harris
Vinton PD

December 9, 2011

God be with your family in this time of loss.

Wife of Officer T. Blowers
Daytona Beach Police Department

December 9, 2011

It was with great honor that you have served not only your country, but your community as well. The job we do, without a doubt is a difficult one. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Keith F. Lazaron II
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Police

December 9, 2011

RIP brother Deriek.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time. Thank you for your service to our country.

Det. Bevenour, USAF Ret.
Gettysburg Police Department

December 9, 2011

Thank you for serving your community. Your family will be in my prayers. Everyone we must start showing more respect for human life, we didn't give it and we shouldn't take it away. RIP

P. Gray

December 9, 2011

As a retired Air Force officer I want to thank Officer Crouse and his family for a lifetime of service to this nation. We need more people like him in our armed forces, police departments, fire companies, etc.. This country is great because service comes before self. God Bless him and his family.

Dee Mills
United States Air Force

December 9, 2011

TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF DERIEK W. CROUSE, WTPD;

I can't even begin to imagine your pain and suffering. I am so sorry for your loss. I never understand how such senseless acts of violence occur and why there is always a wonderful, terrific person taken from us. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and with the WTPD brothers and sisters he leaves behind. I didn't know Deriek personally, but I feel your pain and share your emotions. GOD will be with him and he will serve his next assignment with honor and pride watching all of his loved ones from heaven.

First Responder in EMS
Lakwood Township, NJ EMS Dept.

December 9, 2011

May you patrol the gates of heaven! this just re-affirms the dangers police officers face everyday. Whether you are campus, local, or fed it doesnt matter.
My deepest condolences to all the virginia tech PD personnel.

Civilian
NYPD

December 9, 2011

Senseless, heinous, unprovoked crime. May you rest in peace, officer. God bless.

E/Lt. M. Shaw
SCPD

December 9, 2011

Not in Law Enforcement, but im Grateful and Humbled by all that you do everyday to keep us safe. As a 12yr military veteran i do feel like i have lost a brother. my deepest sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers and friends. Times like this, we come together as nation.

SSG Lee Parker
US ARMY

December 9, 2011

God speed, Sir. Your job here is done. You will be remembered for the sacrifice you and your family have given to your community. Rest in Peace, my Brother in Blue.

Officer Patin
Carrollton, Texas

December 9, 2011

My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Crouse's family. This is such a tragic and senseless act. God Bless, my brother.

Lieutenant Darin Adams
Cedar City UT

December 9, 2011

To his family and department, I am sorry for your loss. Thank you Officer Crouse for your service.

Officer Derby
Pittsfield MA

December 9, 2011

It’s painful to ever lose a brother or sister officer, it can be especially painful, when working for a college or university to learn of a fellow ‘campus cop’ losing his or her life since we’re always told things like, “Oh you must have it easy, I bet nothing happens there.” IT happens everywhere and this is one of the very sad reminders of that.

To the Tech community, you’ve endured more than your share of hell in the past few years; it is so outrageous that this adds to your fears. I hope however two good things come from this awful event; that you are ALWAYS aware that you are at risk. The real world does not respect property lines and college campuses are not in bubbles. Far too many people forget even recent events and go back to that lackadaisical approach to life. The other thing I hope you take from this is a new respect for the officers who are out there protecting you; they have earned it more than they should have ever had to.

To the PD that serves and protects that institution, you have gone through far too much in recent years, and that’s only what makes the papers. May God watch over each and every one of you and keep you safe while you keep the ‘kids’ safe.

Lastly, to those who know and love Officer Crouse, most especially his family and children, he may be gone physically, but he will never be far from you. He served his country (for others) and he served the Virginia Tech community (for others) I cannot believe he won’t be there with you forever. As long as you keep in him in your hearts and minds, he’ll always be there, and I believe you will know it.
Officer Crouse, may God bless you and may you forever Rest in Peace. E.O.W. you’ve earned a rest, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

December 9, 2011

We will never forget all the good you did for your community and your country.

Deputy C.E. (former)
Rockbridge, VA Sheriff's Office

December 9, 2011

Such a senseless act committed by a coward , May God hold you and your family in his loving arms and protect the family as you were , , you are a True Hero that was taken too soon , know that your Brothers and sisters will watch over your family as they do their own , you will never be forgotten , Thank you for committing your life to the service of your fellow man , May God Bless you and Give you Rest and Peace ...

Titus E. Burgess , Master Trooper ( Reti
Virginia State Police

December 9, 2011

Rest in peace Brother. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We will take your watch from here.

Patrolman Anthony R. Honeycutt
Western Kentucky University Police Department

December 9, 2011

REST IN PEACE BROTHER Deriek Crouse!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

December 9, 2011

My deep condolences to his poor family, especially at this time of year.

Nancy Campbell
Concerned By-stander

December 9, 2011

May Angels lead you in... God Bless you and thank you for your service.

Former Trooper
Virginia State Police

December 9, 2011

My three daughters and my three sons-in-law are VT grads. We love all things VT. We feel all things VT. Our deepest sympathies to the family of Officer Crouse and to his fellow officers. Your pain is our pain. Know that this sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Helen O'Neill
VT Mom

December 9, 2011

"We Remember the Officers"

We remember the officers who changed our lives,
The men and woman who protected us day and night,
People who respect for their dedication to the cause,
For when faced with danger, they never even pause.

We remember the officers who always stood true,
Whatever the color of uniform, brown gray or blue,
With pride and integrity they say "To serve and protect",
For the giving of their life, we offer our respect.

We remember the officers who we never really knew,
Persons strong enough to answer the challenge are few,
With heavy hearts we mourn the officers in eternal rest,
There's more to these people than the badge on their chest.

By Brad Miller
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Rest In Peace Brother.....

Police Officer E. Gutierrez
Houston Police Dept.

December 9, 2011