Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace brother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

State Trooper
Alabama Department of Public Safety

June 21, 2008

May God bless and comfort the family of Trooper Blanton during this time, and richly bless in the days ahead. As a fellow brother, it is heartbreaking to hear of such news, however, it is a very necessary job, although it can be dangerous. I am reminded of several scriptures that bring me great comfort..."Blessed are the peacemakers, for they are the children of God." and "In the world, ye shall have trouble, but be of good cheer, for I have overcome the world". God bless.

L/Cpl. J.C. Graham

June 21, 2008

God bless your family during this tragic time. MAy He wipe all your tears away. I am very sorry for your loss.

Patrolman James E. Rollins III
Sewanee Police Dept.

June 21, 2008

Shawn was such a good kid growing up and he was loved by many family and friends. He will be missed so much. Prayers go out to his family and fellow troopers and for his wife to have the strength she needs to help with the improvement of their newborn baby boy. God Bless!

The Clarks
Friend of family

June 21, 2008

The smile was unmistakable.
The friendship was irreplaceable.
The time together was too short but forever cherished.

You touched our hearts, our lives, our very soul.

When I see you in my mind I cry and then I smile...
I am lucky I knew you and we could laugh together.

"Dixie" April Brendle
friend

June 21, 2008

May you sleep easy with God, David. We thank you for your Service, Sir. You will NEVER be forgotten.

Sr. Corporal Trey Pellizzari
Texas Dept of Public Safety/Commercial Vehicle Enforcement--Rockwall

June 21, 2008

I am the manager of a local convenience store in which the NC troopers frequent. Shawn was one of those brave men. I seen Shawn about 9:15 Tuesday night when he came into my station and bought a bottle of water. We joked and kidded like we always did and as we do with the other area troopers. His face, his smile, his dimples, and his eyes could light up the blackest room. He seemed to know what to say to makes things right again. When he was ready to leave I called out to him and said "Shawn, please be very careful out there, okay?" He looked at me with that smile and those bright eyes and said ALWAYS. WE WILL MISS YOU AT SUNOCO SHAWN! Our prayers are with all of his family and we will pray for his little son as he fights for his life. To his wife, if you need ANYTHING at all, you can call the station or come by and see us. You're our family as well!

Jo Ann Smith
Sunoco Manager

June 21, 2008

Rest in Peace
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends

Sgt. Chad Bogle
Charleston P.D, Tennessee

June 21, 2008

Thoughts and prayers are with your family and your agency. RIP Brother in Blue.

Patrolman D. Kirk 3309
Round Lake Heights PD (IL)

June 21, 2008

We pray for Trooper Blanton, the family, friends, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol. May God bless them in this time of need!

"For those who have defended it, freedom has a sweet taste, the protected will never known".

Motor Patrol I. Valerio
New Mexico State Police

June 21, 2008

Trooper Blanton, thank you for your service to our country and to the State of North Carolina. Your memory will never be forgotten. To your wife and child. Stay strong and cherish his memory forever. God will help you through this troubled time, as will every member of the Law Enforcement community.

To the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, stay strong and keep up the fight. I have lost partners and I know how rough it makes the job. Go on patrol tonight for Trooper Blanton.

"While we breathe, we will defend."

Deputy Michael Traylor
Brevard County Sheriff's Office, FL

June 21, 2008

May God bless your family,friends and co-workers! They will be in our thoughts and prayers during this trying time! Rest In Peace Trooper Blanton! You will never be forgotten! You are a HERO to us all!

Laura Watts
Telecommunicator_Columbus Co

June 21, 2008

if there is a special place in heaven for police officer's, then heaven will be a safe place with trooper blanton watching over us. my thoughts and prayers go out to the family, stay strong!!.


rest in peace brother
fellow police officer
atlanta, ga

June 21, 2008

You will be missed but never forgoten. I was working the same night on I-40 just 31 miles away on the other side of the state line. I am sorry I didn't stop him first. My thoughts go out to the family, wife, and baby Tye.

Trooper Tyler Hall
Tennessee Highway Patrol

June 21, 2008

SHAWN MY BROTHER I DONT EVEN KNOW WHERE TO START. IT WAS AN HONOR TO SERVE AS A BROTHER IN BLUE WITH YOU BUT AN EVEN GREATER HONOR TO CALL YOU A FRIEND. THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS I WISH I COULD SAY TO YOU AND ABOUT YOU BUT AS I HAVE FOUND IN THE PAST FEW DAYS YOU PREACHED YOUR ON FUNERAL DURING YOUR SHORT TIME HERE ON EARTH BY BEING SUCH A SPECIAL FRIEND TO SO MANY AND HAVEING SUCH A TREMENDOUS IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITY!!!! HOW I WISH I YOU COULD BE HERE TO GIVE ME A HARD TIME ABOUT CAROLINA AND DUKE BASKETBALL. ITS GOING TO BE SO HARD TO GO BACK ON THE SOFTBALL FIELD WITHOUT YOU AND THE WAY YOU ALWAYS WENT TO BAT. I WILL STRIVE FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE TO MAKE YOU PROUD AND DO EVERYTHING IN MY POWER TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR SPECIAL WIFE AND YOUNG SON. GOD SPEED MY BROTHER AND YOUR MEMORY WILL REMAIN INSIDE ME FROM NOW ON. I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN SOON IN WHEN WE BOTH MEET AGAIN AND ARE ABLE TO WALK WITH OUR LORD. I MISS YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN EXPESS. REST EASY MY BROTHER WE WILL TAKE IT FROM HERE!!!!

PATROL OFFICER SHAUN MESSER
Waynesville P.D.

June 20, 2008

On Tuesday June 17,2008 at approx. 2230 we all lost a faternal brother in law enforcement. G540 you will always be in our hearts and souls as we go out into world to carry on your good name for all to hear. " Blessed be the Peacemakers for they will be called the sons of GOD."
May all my thoughts and prayers be with your wife and family.
REST IN PEACE BROTHER

PATROL DEPUTY
BUNCOMBE COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE ASHEVILLE NC

June 20, 2008

Do not stand
at my grave and weep.
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds
that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight
on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awake in the
morning's hush
I am the soft uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft star that
shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there.
I did not die.

-- Anonymous
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. ~From a headstone in Ireland

Patrolman Louis A.Calobrisi
Greeneville,TN Police Dept.

June 20, 2008

There is no way I can understand the loss your family has suffered. All I could do tonight was kiss my law enforcement man and tell him I love him , and that I am proud of what he does. Our prayers are with you all, and I am sure your little one will always know how brave their Father is.

Jessica Craig
Wilmington, NC

June 20, 2008

Shawn was a wonderful friend! He was a wonderful person, always smiling, always laughing and always cracking jokes! We grew up together and I'm so thankful we were able to keep in touch. Anytime you could just run into him and within seconds he would have you rolling on the floor with laughter. He is going to be missed by so many people, we will hold him close to our hearts forever.

Sassy Washington
Friend

June 20, 2008

IT IS WITH A HEAVY HEART THAT I SIT HERE AND WRITE THIS. YOU WERE MORE THAN A BROTHER IN GREY. YOU GAVE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. LIKE THOSE WHO HAVE FALLEN BEFORE YOU, WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. I LOOK FORWARD TO THE DAY WE MEET ON THAT HAPPY HUNTING GROUND. REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

TRP. J.L. REEVES
NCSHP

June 20, 2008

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Trooper Blanton and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Trooper Blanton has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Trooper Blanton, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Trooper Blanton is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

June 20, 2008

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper David Shawn Blanton Jr. Rest in Peace Brother, We now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, Central New York

June 20, 2008

Trooper Blanton, thank you for your dedication and service. I will continue to honor your memory as I do other officers each time I put on the badge.
Greater Love Hath No Man Than This, That He Lay Down His Life For His Friends. John 15:13

Cpl. Mark Wright
Arab Police Department Arab, Alabama

June 20, 2008

TROOPER BLANTON, YOU ARE A HERO AND A WARRIOR. ALL GIVE SOME BUT SOME GIVE ALL. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE YOU GAVE. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY.

YEA, THOUGH I WALK THROUGH THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH, I WILL FEAR NO EVIL: FOR THOU ART WITH ME; PSALM 23:4

TROOPER JOHN LAMM
NCSHP

June 20, 2008

Rest in peace brother. My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Trooper Blanton.

Deputy Cheryl Timm
Spotsylvania, Va. Sheriif's office

June 20, 2008