Police Officer David R. Loeffler Minneapolis Police Department Minnesota Friday, May 29, 2009  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 42 of 43 of 44 of 4

Dave,
Even though I didnt know you very well in your short time with MPD, I knew you would have become a great cop--just because of how you did your job here. I have seen you a few times over the years and you always remembered me. I was honored to be at your funeral and am sorry you were in pain for 12 years because of a drunk driver.
You went onto law school and I hear you excelled at that too...didn't surprise me.
I will be there for you in DC next year when they put your name on the wall. Rest in peace now, Dave.

Officer Lynn Cronquist
Minneapolis PD
2009-07-29

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13

Anonymous

2009-07-25

Chief Dean Strzelecki and the entire Niles Police Department send our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Loeffler. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Godspeed.

Niles, Illinois Police Department

2009-07-21

I first met Dave in a legal ethics class in law school and immediately loved him! I was taking the class with my best friend and Dave didn't know anyone in the class; however, Dave immediately became part of our little group. He had so much energy and charisma and always made me laugh. We quickly became friends outside of the classroom too. My favorite story of Dave is when we went bowling with a large group of my girlfriends (one of whom I was trying to set him up with) and none of them knew he used to be a police officer. As we are bowling, he simply pulls out his gun and scares everyone we were with! It was a hoot and he thought it was hilarous to see the shock value!

I haven't had contact with Dave in about 5 years, but still feel an immense amount of sadness at his passing. I know he struggled with immense pain and he now he is pain free and able to run like he always should have been. Dave is a hero - both for his police work and for the love and spirit he shared with all. I'll see you in heaven Dave.

Angela Poth, Ass.Dist.Atty
Law School Friend
2009-07-13

David Loeffler was true hero that dedicated his life to helping others. Thank you David....you will always be remembered. Rest in Peace.

Shirley
Citizen
2009-06-22

Rest in peace brother. We've got the watch from here. May God bless your family, friends and fellow officers who all mourn the loss of yet another hero.

Motor Officer Dominick Marraccini
Easton Police Department, Easton, PA
2009-06-14

rest in peace, brother
provincial constable marty lalonde
ontario provincial police

provincial constable marty lalonde
ontario provincial police
2009-06-14

My sympathies to all who were affected by this tragedy. Your service to your community is appreciated by all of us. May God bless you and the survivors of your family. Rest in peace brother.......AC

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police
2009-06-12

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Loeffler as well as the brotherhood at Minneapolis Police Department. May you rest in God's eternal peace our brother!

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse, NY Police Department
2009-06-12

Officer Loeffler,
I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Minneapolis. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

2009-06-10

On behalf of the 5,352 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Loeffler’s family as well as the members of the Minneapolis Police Department. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers
2009-06-10

What a very sad day it must be for the folks of Minneapolis. Your family and friends must be grief stricken. You sir are nothing short of a hero in my book.. Go easy and enjoy your time up there until your family can get with you.

Heather
Ross County Ohio Deputy Sheriff
2009-06-10

Thank you for you loyal service to our profession. You will be sadly missed by everyone. Rest in peace brother, we'll take it from here.

Investigator Bowman
Dare County Sheriffs Office, NC
2009-06-09

May God Bless Officer Loeffler, his family, and fellow officers. Thank you for your service Sir, you will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
Ohio
2009-06-09

I was sorry to learn of David's death and extend my sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Loeffler family. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of the law enforcement community.

There are many police survivors who share this same journey with you, and that community will be there to support you. David's memory will be forever honored and revered.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service David gave to his community and the citizens of Minnesota and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 29, 2009.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD, eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

2009-06-08

Rest in peace, your sacrifice will never be forgotten.....

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield PD (OH)
2009-06-07

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service.

Gordon Hobbs
NC Game Warden
2009-06-07

Thank you for your service. May God Bless you and your family and may he give them the strength to get through the rough times ahead.

PO James McPartland Jr
Mount Vernon PD NY
2009-06-06

Rest in Peace sir, look down on us all from Heaven. GODSPEED!

Ofc. Aaron P. Sparks
Newbury Police Department N.H.
2009-06-06

"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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, Sc
2009-06-06

Rest in peace brother.

Patrolman Nathan W. Fisher
Point Township Police Department Northumberland, PA
2009-06-05

A warrior dies, he gave his best, he gave his all. Sometimes life is not fair. Who said there are no heroes. I pray that God accept you into His mansion and provide a place around His table. I pray for peace and comfort for your family and your comrades. Rest easy my brother, we have your back.

Deputy Sheriff Jerry Rugen #2422
Camden County Sheriff Office, Camden County, MO
2009-06-05

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

2009-06-04

Rest in peace Officer Loeffler, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service!

Shelly
Citizen
2009-06-04

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
2009-06-04