 | Corporal John A. (Jay) Sampietro Jr.
Missouri State Highway Patrol
Missouri
Wednesday, August 17, 2005 |
Miss you Jay bird. George Nettleton
Friend
2009-09-17
Miss you man. Lt. Dennis R. Irwin
2009-08-17
Miss you, Jay. RIP Jennifer Patton
MSHP Troop D
2009-08-17
Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue watching over them and also those still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten. Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
2009-08-17
To Cpl. John Sampietro Jr, his family and his fellow officers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol:
Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Cpl. Sampietro’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Cpl. Sampietro and thank you for your service. Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
2009-08-17
4 years today. Miss ya, buddy. Eric D
MSHP COMM
2009-08-17
Happy Birthday, Jay. Here's to wishing we were all celebrating your 40th birthday together. Anonymous
2009-06-25
You are remembered on this Memorial Day. I met your uncle Clayton yesterday, and we shared remembrances of you and Larry and the ceremony in 2006.
Your memory is honored and revered. Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
2009-05-25
We are sorry for your Loss. My family has also experienced the loss of a loved one in the line of Duty. This was sent to us, We found this helpful. Hope this helps your family as well.
My Dearest Family and Friends
Somethings I'd like to say but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with Our Lord above. where there's no more tears or sadness just eternal Love. Please don't be unhappy because I'm out of sight, remember that I'm with you every morning,noon and Night.
The Day I had to leave you when my Life on earth was through God picked me up and hugged me and He said I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, You were missed while you were gone. As for your Dearest Family they'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly as part of my big plan. Theres so much we have to do to help our Moral Man.
Then God gave me a list of things that He wished for me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you.
I'll be beside you everyday and through out the years, And when your sad. I'm standing there to wipe away your tears.
When You lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight God and I are close you in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth and all the loving years, because your only human they are bound to bring you tears.
Please don't be afraid to cry, it does releive the pain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned, But if I were to tell you You wouldn't understand.One thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is over I'm closer to you now than I ever was before.
To My many Friends, Trust God knows what is best.I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest.
So, If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain.
And now I am contented that with my life. it was worth while,Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
If you meet somebody who is down and feeling low just lend a hand and pick him up as on your way you go.
When Your walking down the street and you've got me on your mind just know Im walking in your footstep only a half a step behind.
And if you feel a gentel breeze or wind upon your face thats me just giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace.
I will always love you from the land way up above We'll be in touch again soon
PS God sends his Love. Anonymous
2008-12-17
To Corporal Jay Sampieto and his loved ones:
On this the third anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.
My heart is with your wife and children and all family members and friends who call you beloved. I am so touched by their loving reflections for you. They are all in my thoughts and prayers today.
This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.
Rest in Peace, Corporal Sampieto.
This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Corporal Sampieto gave to his community and the citizens of Missouri, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 17, 2005.
Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05 Anonymous
2008-08-17
Can't hardly believe it's been three years today. Miss ya, buddy. Eric D
MSHP Radio
2008-08-17
Well Jay,
It's been three years today. We think of you, Jenn, and the boys almost daily. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We miss you.
Tim FTO Tim Bartlett
Sikeston DPS
2008-08-17
It's been three years Jay since you were taken from us. It's been a hard three years. I think of you, Jen and the boys daily. We miss you buddy. Lt. Dennis R. Irwin
Sikeston DPS
2008-08-17
Jay, after nearly three years it still hurts to know you're gone. You see, Jay, i never really told you when you were still here but i considered you more than just a work buddy. You were and still are the example of the officer I want to be. I find myself wondering from time to time both on the job and off "well, Ben, what would Jay do in this situation?"
I've heard it said that the measure of a man's wealth is the people who miss him when he's gone. If that's so you are truly the richest man i've ever known.
I want to say thank you for the laughs you shared, the insight you freely gave, and the guidance you never knew you provided. Lt Ben Matthews
Rockaway Beach Police Department
2008-08-08
This time of year (your birthday, the rodeo and the anniversary of your death) always makes me think about you more than normal, which is quite a bit already.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Love ya forever,
Karen
2008-06-26
Happy Birthday Jay. Still thinking of you daily and miss you very much.
2008-06-26
Well, Jay, you were always encouraging me to follow my dreams and to above all, put my family first. I just wanted to let you know that I took your advice. I'm engaged to the most wonderful woman I've ever known. She has a heart for serving and helping others just as you and I did. I know you would like her and I would gain your approval. I'm also gonna be a father here in a few months! I know its shocking, but its true! I owe my new family to you my friend because you always encouraged me "strive for your goals" and "never give up." Thank you for instilling those words in my life! You are truly a friend. I love you buddy! Thanks again! Corporal
Fordland Police Department
2008-03-01
We still think of you and your family often. We miss you dearly.
2008-01-22
"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 whos 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
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-12-06
Though I never had the chance to meet you, I thank you for your service. God Bless Sergeant Brian Sells
Republic Police Dept
2007-10-25
Dear Jay: It's been two years and I still can't believe you're gone. I know you're in a better place, and I know God had a plan in taking you home, but I can't talk about you or reminisce about you without losing my emotions. You were a friend and a brother from the first time I met you. If I needed backup, you were there before anyone else. In my own time of personal crisis you offered the words that helped me through. I will always miss you and our great talks. We had a lot of laughs, and we took a lot of bad guys to jail. I know that one day we will patrol the streets paved of gold together. Thank you for being a friend, a brother in arms, and a gentleman whom I may always say it was an honor to know. I'll see you again one day my friend. <>< Officer Allen Layton
Bureau of Prisons - USMCFP Springfield
2007-10-11
Hey Jay. It's me. I never wrote anything on here because I thought it was just to hard, but today is different. Today another officer was killed and it brought me back to that day. My heart hurts for his family. To know that they will go through what Jen, Matt and Will went through and are still living through just makes me mad. Why?! We will never know until we see you again. We all miss you so much. I know every day is a struggle for Jen, but she just keeps moving. You truly have an amazing family. Your children are truly blessed to have such a great mom! Amy and I promise to always be there, no matter what they need. I know you are watching and protecting, just as you did down here. Can't wait to see you again, but until then I'll just hope for a shooting star.
Jodi Jodi
2007-10-07
I'm a Research Editor for a News Monitoring service and today, in my daily grind, a clip contained the commercial with your wife. Being the woman behind a badge myself, it stopped me in my tracks and I had to stop and watch it. It almost brought me to tears, but I held it together seeing as how I was working. I just wanted those who love you to know that you are not forgotten and every day someone new is learning about your sacrifice. Today it was me. We lost Peter in 2005 as well. I know your pain to the deepest level that I can, but not deep enough, never deep enough, because I was not Peter's wife, just his friend. I thank you for service and sacrifice. I hope that God continues to wrap His arms around those who miss you and need it most.
LEO Wife, and one of many survivors of Peter Grignon EOW 3/23/05
2007-09-27
Fallen Friend
June 26,1969-August 17,2005
Corporal John Anthony "Jay" Sampietro
a Missouri state trooper everyone should have known.
He was taken from this world one horrible day.
He will never be forgotten no how, no way.
I miss my colleague, a trooper, my friend.
Each day I ask why your life had to end.
You were a husband, a son, a dad.
The day you were killed I was oh so sad.
You taught me everything I know.
You guided and mentored me helping me to grow.
You were the best trooper around
on every highway and throughout every town.
I stood watch outside your home
while your wife, your widow, slept inside alone.
You left behind your two sons, Matt and Will.
I miss you my friend, I miss you still.
As we followed that white hearse to your grave that day
your first patrol car "Old Dollar" proudly led the way.
The line of patrol cars stretched for miles and miles.
There was sadness and tears without any smiles.
People pulled over and let us pass by.
My sadness no longer could I hide.
People saluted you as we passed
and I prayed the sorrow would not last.
You had officers and troopers from coast to coast
that came to mourn and not to boast.
Many came to mourn our loss
with your life you paid a ghastly cost.
As we stood by your grave on that horrible day
all I could do was cry and pray.
I looked up and saw those helicopters flyin.
I saw one fly off and again I started cryin.
The twenty-one gun salute took my breath away.
A little more of me died there that day.
Even though you are no longer here, your legacy lives on.
In our hearts and lives it will remain strong.
You are truely missed in the sky and on shore.
You will always be remembered
584 Deputy Joshua Burris
Webster County Sheriff's Department
2007-09-18
YOU KNOW I SIT HERE THINK TWO YEARS AFTER YOU WERE CALLED HOME JAY, I WONDER WHY... A GOOD FRIEND, GOOD FATHER AND GOOD OFFICER WERE ALL LOST IN THE LOSS OF JAY. JAY WAS A FRIEND OF MY FATHER AND THEN BECAME A FRIEND OF MINE AS I GREW IN THE LAW ENFORCEMENT FIELD. I THINK BACK TO A BAD SITUATION I WAS INVOLVED WITH IN APRIL 2007. I HAD A SUBJECT TRYING TO GET A GUN WHILE I WAS TRYING TO KEEP HIM AWAY. THE ONLY REASON I BELIEVE I WAS NOT INJURIED IS BECASUE I HAD JAY WATCHING OVER ME.
ANOTHER RODEO HAS PASSED AND I WALKED BY THE STONE THAT WAS PLACED IN THE MEMORY OF JAY AND I STILL TEAR UP. THEY SAY MEN DONT CRY BUT WHEN YOU LOSE A BROTHER I DO. WE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN BROTHERS BY BLOOD BY BROTHERS IN BLUE.
YOU ARE MISSED GREATLY...... PUBLIC SAFETY OFFCIER
SIKESTON DPS
2007-09-12
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