Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was messing around on the computer today and somehow I ended up here. As I read the reflections, I was reminded of our times at the academy and the fun we had. Rest in peace hero. Rest in peace.

SFC Dean J Hayes
Fort Drum Police

February 26, 2009

To Eric, Natalie, Derrick, and Eric's Mom:

I am thinking of all of you today on this anniversary date.
Eric, your memory is honored and revered as always. To the
family, I am embracing you in my heart.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

August 17, 2008

Eric though I only was able to know you for a fleeting moment, it was enough to appreciate your infamous dry and very infectious sense of humor. The stories people share of you allow you to live on endlessly. Your family never fails to be in our thoughts and prayers as we are with our own. We will remember when we are are upset and unhappy with our jobs and lives we will think of you and the sad reality that you would trade in a second. We thank your family for allowing you to work with us and for all of us, standing on that line. Thank you. Keep on the watch. God speed.

Deputy Sheriff Nicholas J Leon
Clinton County

July 22, 2008

Eric,

Just a note to let you know that I think of your sacrifice daily and I will never forget. Each day I am reminded of our time in the academy where we met and hung out together in the beginning of our careers. I hope your family is well and I thank you for your friendship and the great times we had together! May you rest in peace friend.

SFC Dean J Hayes
Fort Drum Police

June 20, 2008

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 18, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 2nd anniversary of your EOW. I know the pain felt by all of your loved ones who struggle through each day without you. Somone once told me, "It gets better as time goes on." I don't think there is enough time for that to ever happen. You are a true hero and heroes never die. Your loved ones will keep your memory alive for as long as they walk this earth. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 17, 2007

Deputy Sheriff Loiselle,
Today is the second anniversary since you were called home. Reading the touching reflections left by your wife, I can see that you were a loving father and husband, a man of integrity and dedication. The sacrifice all of you made on August 17, 2005, one that no one should be called to make, will never be forgotten.

Pennsylvania citizen

August 17, 2007

TWO YEARS AGO TOMORROW MY WORLD CHAMGED IN A WAY I NEVER DREAMED WOULD HAPPEN. YOU ARE MISSED SO MUCH. YOUR LIFE AND THE WAY YOU LIVED IT MAKES ME SO PROUD. YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART. MOM

MOM

August 16, 2007

Seeing your memorial sticker displayed on your wife's vehicle today was a reminder of how fragile life is. You helped me make it home safely from shift today. Rest in Peace Brother.

Provincial Constable Scott Merkley
Ontario Provincial Police

July 23, 2007

I had the pleasure of meeting your wife and son at a fundraiser last May in Greenwich, NY. I pray for them as well as you. I hope that I will have the pleasure of meeting you again one day.....Rest In Peace brother

Former Deputy
WCSO

June 3, 2007

There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you, my love! I miss you so very much. Some days more than others. We just returned from Myrtle Beach and there were a lot of reminders of you from our first family vacation together with Derrick. Derrick remembered you and him riding the gocarts in the Bobby Labonte car and the Tony Stewart car. Now, two years later, he rides his own gocart. You would be proud. The beach wasn't the same without you (nobody to be saved - thank God because I could not have done what you did). It was tough traveling the 16 hours without you to talk to and besides I was on the driver seat instead of the passenger. Much different experience. It was a bittersweet vacation. Sweet to be away with Derrick and spend more time together out of the routine of school every day and sweet with your memories, but bitter for a reminder that life as we knew it will never be the same without you. I know that you help and guide me and Derrick and could not do it without you. I will never forget and thank you for helping me and choosing me for your wife.

I will always love you!

Natalie

Natalie
wife

April 24, 2007

Merry Christmas Loiselle family. May you continue to move forward in life and heal with your loved ones guidance from above.

December 20, 2006

Dearest Eric,

There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Derrick and I talk about you daily, whether it's a reminder of a good time we had or something that Derrick did for the first time or times that are told when our son was not born. Memories are important and I know that we will always have you in ours.
A couple of weeks ago, four of us got together with the kids and we scrapbooked while watching home videos. Some were from when our son was born, and the latest was our vacation in Myrtle Beach. Seeing you walk and laugh made me smile. As the time passes, it becomes less painful. I know that you are there to help me take care of our son because I could not have done it myself. When I have become puzzled about a decision, you guided me.
Derrick and I have settled into a little routine. We make the best of everything possible. My view on things has definitely changed. Family and making memories and impacting our son is by far the most important. This morning, on our way to Derrick's playschool, he was looking at the clouds in the sky and told me that one looked like an elephant. I told him that I thought it looked like a tiger. To that he said that "It looks like a sled. I wonder if DADDY is on it!" He melts my heart. We miss you so much.
A couple of weeks ago, a friend of his was saying that he was at his daddy's house and Derrick said that "My DADDY is in Heaven." I truly believe that and wish we could have been together longer. It's hard but we will be OK. You're there to help us.
Love always,
Natalie

Natalie
wife

December 14, 2006

Dearest Eric,

There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. I talked to Derrick about you everyday and remind him of funny times we had and things we did together. I don't want him to forget you.
We have finally settled into a little routine that works for us and I know that you have helped me tremendously in some miraculous ways because I don't know how I have been doing all of this by myself. Derrick is a great kid and, in my heart, I know that you know that.
This morning, on our way to preschool, Derrick was looking at the clouds and he said "look maman, that one looks like an elephant" I told him that I thought it looked like a tiger. He said "No! It looks like a sled. I wonder if daddy is on it". You are so vivid in our lives and we miss you very much.

Love always,

Natalie

Natalie

December 14, 2006

ERIC,

I CAN'T BELIEVE YOU'VE ALREADY BEEN GONE A YEAR. EVERYDAY THAT I GET DRESSED FOR DUTY I LOOK AT YOUR MEMORIAL STICKER ON MY LOCKER AND KNOW THAT YOU ARE WATCHING OVER ME. SOMEDAY WE'LL SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN. UNTIL THEN, REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

Police Officer Anthony Lydon
Glens Falls PD

September 4, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Deputy Sheriff Eric Peter Loiselle and his fellow officers with the Essex County Sheriff's Department:

On this the first anniversary of Eric's tragic death, I wanted to honor and remember him today. Eric's professionalism and dedication will never be forgotten.

In reading the loving reflections left by his friends and co-workers I can see that he was very well respected and is sorely missed. To his Mom, I share your anquish in losing a beloved son in the line of duty and know intimately the grief and longing that is ever present. To Natalie and his son, I hope that God is holding you in the sweetest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

I am so sorry that Eric was robbed of his life so tragically, but through his heroism and the profound sense of duty with which he lived his life, he made an immeasurable difference. May his spirit continue to soar and may his memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Eric gave to his community and the citizens of New York, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 17, 2005.

Phyllis L. Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD
eow 4/24/05

August 17, 2006

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this first anniversary. Keep watch over them and wrap your wings around them and help them with their grief. Visit them in vivid beautiful dreams to let them know you are okay. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten as heroes never die.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Father of Falen Officer

August 17, 2006

Eric still we think of you and your sense of humor. You know how often we bring you up. You are always in our thoughts and hearts. Keep on the watch and protect us all.

Brother at Arms
ECSD

August 9, 2006

As a resident of Essex county and up coming officer, I pray for Eric from the bottom of my heart. My deepest sympathy goes to his family as well as all those affected by his death. He gave the ultimate sacrifice to the people of this great county and will be held in our hearts forever. God has a special place set in heaven for officers that fall in the line of duty, and I know that Eric is still watching over us all from the heavens. I look up to Eric as one of the finest in the careear I am about to enter into. Rest easy, you are in gods care bro.

Sgt Dan Beaudoin
NYSP Explorer Post 73

June 3, 2006

With honor and respect we heard your name read in Washington.

Linda Rittenhouse, Matt's Mom
Matthew Rittenhouse EOW 9/16/04

Linda Rittenhouse

May 17, 2006

Natalie,

I did not know your husband. I met you on the metro in DC before the Vigil. I was asking direction. After I walked away, I realized that your were the spouse of a fallen brother. I watched your son sit quietly and wondered how his life would turn out without his dad. I then realzed that your husband was there with us and watching out for him from a better place. You and your family are in our prayers. My four children have prayed for you and your son. Please know that all of us that wear a badge prepare for the day that your husband has already lived. We all know it can happen to us. We choose to be there so that others can walk free and safe. His and your sacrifice will not go without reward from our Father in Heaven.

Deputy John Ferrante
Shelby County Sheriff Office

May 12, 2006

On Friday April 28 2006 at Lake Placid,NY a memorial ceremony was held to morn the loss of public servants who haad passed on in service to the public. A list of names were read to honor those folks. I was given Erics name to read. I didnt know Eric personally, but after reading he had a family that he left behind I thought what a tradgedy it was. Erics name was read and a bell was rung and a torch was lit in his honor. The torch was lit all weekend long.

My sympathy to his family and those who were close to him.

Mike D'Alessandro
CSEA Region 4 Health and Safety Chair

May 2, 2006

Deputy Loiselle your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Care now. May you rest in peace brother.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept...Clarksville, Tennessee

February 21, 2006

God, bless Deputy Loiselle's family and continue to be strong for them.
Eric your death will not be forgotten.

Eric may you rest in peace.
A fellow brother in black
Madison County Deputy Sheriff.

Deputy D. Ladd
Madison County Sheriff's Office

February 14, 2006

I was one of the more fortunate people to be able to call Eric a co-worker and a friend. I don't believe there has been a day gone by that I haven't thought of him. I wish there were a way to change the way things are, but can't. To Natalie know that Eric is watching over,protecting and loves you. To Derrick know that your Dad thought the world of you. He will be proud of you as you grow into a great man just as he was. Finally to Eric I miss you bud!

ECSD

January 27, 2006