Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

In honoring our current heroes we must never forget our heroes in the past. Trooper Strand's past will never be forgotten and will continue to be remembered and honored for his service and sacrifice. Rest in Peace Trooper Strand.

Anthony McLea

September 18, 2022

Today, I saw the sign naming the NYS Trooper David Strand Memorial Bridge. Today, I learned of the sacrifices of Trooper Strand and his young family.
And, today I say thank you to Trooper Strand, his those he left behind, and the many others who have made the ultimate sacrifice

D/S Inv Capt (Ret) Len LeGrand
Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, NY

March 27, 2022

Such kind words written to my father. He was 27. He left his young wife, and 7 week old daughter. So many have made the ultimate sacrifice. He had not been forgotten.

Cynthia Strand Boumnaia
Daughter

November 27, 2021

Rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 28, 2020

RIP my fellow Trooper. You are the namesake of my K9 parter Nala.

Tpr O. Reilly
NYSP

May 25, 2020

It takes a certain kind of person to put their life on the line every day, protecting their community. Protecting those who cannot protect themselves. They are aware there will not always be warm welcomes and friendly greetings from everyone they interact with, but they do the job anyway. Too many officers have paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. I've had the privilege of learning about Trooper Donald A. Strand and keeping his legacy alive as I strive to pursue my goals in this line of work.

A life that touches other's lives on forever.

Rest in peace, Trooper Strand

Matthew Gamb

June 29, 2019

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 53rd anniversary year 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

August 9, 2013

I said a little prayer today for Trooper Donald Stand and his family. He may be gone but never forgotten. He will always be a New York HERO.

Robyn Wilkes

September 27, 2012

Rest in peace, Sir! You will not be forgotten.

Police Officer

February 8, 2007

On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies.....

Rest in peace, hero.

September 28, 2004