Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Ofc. Hite,
Thank you for laying down your life to protect the community I was born and raised in. Your sacrifice may have saved an unknown number of people in Tucson, some of whom I love and care about, including some of your fellow TPD officers whom I am proud to say are some of my best friends. Words can not express my gratitude. You will not be forgotten.

My deepest condolences are extended to the Hite family, and to the Tucson Police Department.

Ofc. Doug Newman
Port of Seattle Police
Seattle, WA

Officer Doug Newman
Port of Seattle Police

June 7, 2008

The good ones are taken way too soon. Rest in Peace Officer Hite. Thank you to all the emergency services that
protect and serve.

KCR
Thankful Citizen

June 7, 2008

God takes the good ones. Rest in peace Officer Hite.

Thankful Citizen

June 7, 2008

With served together in the military as Police Officers and then again as "Brothers in Blue". It was an honor serving with you in both capacities and I will never forget you. You are in a better place and I hope to see you again someday.

Sergeant V. Garcia II
Friend

June 7, 2008

Friends and Family: I found out about Erik's passing listening to talk show radio at work in Phoenix. I grew up with Erik in Susanville/Janesville, California. I remember Erik as a good kid who never hurt anybody. In 1992, I met up with Erik at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota and experienced the man he had become. I only wish I could have returned the kindness he transmitted to others.

My prayers go out to Erik, his Sister and Parents in Janesville, and his Family in Tucson.

Eric Kaupanger,
Former Susanville CA Resident
Scottsdale, AZ

Highschool Mate

June 7, 2008

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jason Nelson
Tucson P.D. / Evanston IL P.D.

June 7, 2008

Erik,
Please watch over all of us you left behind. And bring guilt to anyone who chooses to defend the man who murdered you.

Tucson Police Officer
Tucson Police Department

June 7, 2008

My sincere condolences to the family, friends of Police Officer Erik Hite and to the entire Tucson Police Department. God Speed

Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department

June 7, 2008

It has been six very long days since Tucsons greatest loss of one great officer. I live down the street from his memorial site, and have to drive past it every day to go to work. As I pass by so early in the morning, I have seen your brothers and sisters in uniform visiting the area. What a blow to Tucson, and his family.
officer Hite's last name to me stands for the folling.

H=Hero
I =In
T=Tucson's
E= Enforcement

May you rest in peace and walk beside God my friend!

Sincerely, Mary Myers

Mary Myers

June 7, 2008

Reading all these makes me feel like I knew you. My thoughts are with your family and loved ones. Your life and death has touched everyone and you will never be forgotten. Please keep a close watch over your fellow TDP and PCSD officers. Rest in Peace.

Girlfriend of a PCSD Deputy

June 6, 2008

Erik,
It was an honor to work with you every day for the past few years and I am glad to call you my friend. May God bless you and your family. Thank you for your sacrifice for us and may you rest in peace.

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9

Ofc. Southard #40420
Tucson Police Department

June 6, 2008

Words can not express how sad we are to lose such a wonderful and dedicated officer. We will truly miss him.
4a37....good bye RIP

Laura Robles - Dispatcher
Tucson Police Dept - Communications

June 6, 2008

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

June 6, 2008

Thank you Sir. Rest in peace with God.

John

June 6, 2008

This is a Spartan oath about their shield.

This is my shield, I bear it before me in battle, But it is not mine alone, It protects my brother on my left, It protects my city. I will never let my brother out of it's shadow, nor my city out of it's shelter. I wil die with my shield before me facing the enemy.

My prayers are with Officer Hite's family and the fine Officer's that he worked with. God bless Officer Hite and his family. Officer Hite is a true hero and warrior.

June 6, 2008

You, your family and your department are in my prayers during this difficult time.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

June 6, 2008

I hope that all who read this take time to remember that Erik was Hero in Life. He is not hero because he died but because of the selflessness and dedication that he lived his entire life. Erik gave his life to his country and this community, He completed service to this country and found himself compelled to continue serving. Erik was not only a fine officer but a better human being. We should all aspire to be the kind of person Erik was. In death Erik has taught not just the city he served but the community around it the meaning of selfless sacrifice for others. I am not suprised that an area as diverse as Tucson has rallied around the inspiration that is Erik Hite. You will be missed.

Det Troy Wallen
Tucson Police Dept

June 6, 2008

May God bless Erik and his family during this time of tragedy. Erik was a fine policer officer who dedicated himself to serving our community. He was a role model for his peers and superiors alike. His presence will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hite family.
God bless,
David, Linda, Brandon & Diane, Ryan & Brittany Azuelo

Sergeant David Azuelo
Tucson Police Department

June 6, 2008

Rest in peace brother, we will take it from here.

Deputy Norris
Pima County Sheriff's Department

June 6, 2008

Rest In peace Brother and thank you for your service and courage, my prayers are with your family

Deputy John Latour
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

June 6, 2008

"But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives." Philippians 3:20

My tears are of joy as well as sadness as I read the many reflections others have left. It is clear that Officer Hite's life was one well-lived. He served bravely and with wisdom; there is no question he made the world a better place. But he knew this was not his true home, and now he has arrived in heaven.

Abba Father, thank you for the gift of Erik Hite. In our eyes, You took him too soon, but we trust that Your ways are best. Please give your peace and comfort to all those he left behind: his family, friends, fellow officers, and the Tucson community. Prepare us all so that we can join him and You in heaven some day. Amen.

His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your lord.’ (Matthew 25:21)

June 6, 2008

Erik, man, 4 years ago we met at the academy when you were a recruit. You were the 'oldest' guy in the squad. But damn you kept up with those young ones and then some. Our squad, David Ortiz, Jason Bredehoft, Tommy Rizzi, Dan Bartlett, Martin Guerena, Chris Dennison, Mitchell Schreiber and of course you, you men were the best. HANDS DOWN. All of you guys were such warriors. You had the same pain as everyone else and instead of focusing on yourself you helped big Dan with his shin splints...always helping someone even when your were in pain too, I'll never forget how much Ibuprofen you said you were taking. That brings back good solid memories for me because you never complained you and the rest just gutted it out. Not one complaint, you men complimented each other so well and it was because of your selflessness and teamwork. And you were an integral part of that and I will never forget it. I will cherish the military coin you gave me at graduation. You told me only someone of your rank in the military can distribute that coin. I will forever hold this coin as a symbol of our friendship and comradarie. Every time I hold the coin it will remind me of the good times at the academy and the bond it sealed with the other guys. I will miss you. Rest now Erik. Look down and smile because we have you covered.

James

Patrol Officer
Tucson Police Department

June 6, 2008

Thankyou Erik for your dedication and service. My prayers are with you and your family.

Ofc. Bryan Bachtel #43580
Tucson Police Department

June 6, 2008

Rest in peace.....

Patrolman
New Hartford Police Department, NY

June 6, 2008

Officer Hite,
While I was in church on Sunday, feeling grateful for my family and life, you were in the middle of the fight of your life on the very streets I drive every day. We are honored by your dedication and sacrifice to preserving the safety of our city. We are deeply saddened by this tremendous loss to our community and the pain your loved ones feel. Rest in the Glory and Peace of our Lord.
The Harting Family
Tucson

June 6, 2008