Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dom, today would have been your 36th birthday. We will celebrate your courageous heroism, your selfless giving to your community, and your loving spirit. We miss you daily and will never forget you!

Anne and Steve Parr
Parents-in-law

November 15, 2022

My thoughts and condolences are extended to the family and brothers & sisters in blue.
"Behold, a servant and hero whom was brave and highly chosen to serve and protect; a beloved man of honor, with whom God is well please. We mourn now, since his servant is at eased, rested into eternal salvation with all spiritual adoration, only if we can believe."

Det. Jason Calvert
Renton Police

July 20, 2022

My thoughts and condolences are extended to the family and brothers & sisters in blue.
"Behold, a servant and hero whom was brave and highly chosen to serve and protect; a beloved man of honor, with whom God is well please. We mourn now, since his servant is at eased, rested into eternal salvation with all spiritual adoration, only if we can believe."

Det. Jason Calvert
Renton Police

July 20, 2022

Rest in Peace Officer Calata. My thoughts and prayers are a constant for all who knew him and were part of his journey.
We will take it from here brother.

Thank you to all our heroes! My heart aches, my stomach hurts as I push it down and raise our heads high.
In Honor of Badge #330

June 25, 2022

I'm sorry, Dom. Rest easy.

Ed

May 22, 2022

Rest in Peace my brother!! May God bestow his mercy on your soul and on your family and department. Wish I had the pleasure of meeting you. You will be always remembered, like a hero should be!

We'll take it from here. See you on the other side!

Captain S. A. Mohamad
Texas Police Officer, 20 years

May 12, 2022

We will remember.

Ms. Eleanore Trupkiewicz
Civilian Supporter of Law Enforcement

April 22, 2022

GONE AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, from your dispatcher KJ. I will always remember county 440.

Dispatcher KJ
Dispatch

April 19, 2022

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whose blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept.
Columbia, SC

April 14, 2022

Rest in Peace Deputy Calata. May the Lord grant your family, friends and co-workers peace during this very difficult time. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Deputy Parole Administrator Howard Wykes
Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections

March 28, 2022

I was there in your procession with my fire department. Thank you for your sacrifice to my community.

Parker Lucey

March 27, 2022

Rest In Peace my brother.

Police Officer Jonathan Pessoa
NYPD

March 26, 2022

May you Rest In Peace sir and thank you for your service to our community

Citizen DAVID B
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March 26, 2022

Rest In Peace brother.

FF Tyler Hargrave
North Whidbey Fire and Rescue

March 26, 2022

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Sheriff Calata . Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Pierce County Sheriff's Office.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

March 25, 2022

Till Valhalla Deputy Calata; deepest condolences to your family and colleagues.

Patrolman Kevin Jefferson
Gulfport Police Department Mississippi

March 23, 2022

I only met Dom once, at a party shortly after we had graduated from the academy. He was a warm and personable man. He was excited about his new career, field training, and the challenges of policing in rural Pierce County. That was back in 2016, but I remember it clearly because Dom left such an impression, even in passing. I cannot imagine the pain being felt by his community, family, and colleagues right now.

"Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, 'Whom shall I send? Who will go for us?' 'Here I am,' I said; 'send me!”

Elliott Averett
Former Seattle PD Officer #8359
J.D. Candidate, Class of 2022
Georgetown University Law Center

Elliott Averett

March 21, 2022

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain Bernard Flint
Department of Defense Police Division

March 21, 2022

I am heartbroken for Deputy Dominique "Dom" Calata's wife and young son, his family, and his fellow officers. Dominique Calata was a true American hero. My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with his family and for all those he served with. Thank you for your service, Deputy Dom may you rest in eternal peace.

Damaris Lucille Rodriguez

March 20, 2022

Deputy Calata,

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain

Pittsburgh PD

March 20, 2022

Sheriff Calata, our world is full of evil people, and yet, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for your young daughter who will never know the love of her daddy. May God immerse you and your loved ones in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

March 20, 2022

I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Dominique Calata. I am truly sorry for your great loss. The service and sacrifice of Deputy Calata to this country and the people of Washington will not be forgotten.

Deborah C.
Wife, Mother, Aunt of LEOs
Maryland

March 19, 2022

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF DEPUTY SHERIFF CALATA, AND ALL THOSE WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF DEPUTY SHERIFF CALATA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HIS SERVICE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND HIS DEEDS NEVER FORGOTTEN.
GOD BLESS

Retired Officer David Herbert
Toronto Police Service

March 19, 2022

I love u

Sarah
Best friend

March 18, 2022

What a tragic loss. He is a hero to me. Thank you for your service. May God bless your family and I am praying for your family, friends and coworkers. I know from experience when you lose a partner in the line of duty, you never forget. And my heart hurts, and I cry for his family and the Dept.

March 18, 2022