St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Sunday, September 22, 2024
Reflections for Police Officer David Lee
Officer Lee,
I'm so saddened to learn of your tragic loss. It angers me to think that you may not be dead, were it not for the irresponsible actions of our nations leaders. Rest in peace. I will pray for your wife and two children, as well as your friends, loved ones and colleagues.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God”. – Matthew 5:9
Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)
October 4, 2024
Officer Lee, your death is a crime on so many levels and probably could have been prevented. But it's too late for that and now, all we can do is keep your families at home and work, in our thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for your 18 years of dedicated service. God Bless you, Brother and may your eternal rest be ever peaceful.
Officer Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department
October 4, 2024
I am sorry for the loss of your heroic officer. Please accept our condolences and we pray for comfort during this time of sorrow.
Sheriff Richard K. Jones
Butler County (Ohio) Sheriff's Office
October 4, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Federal Air Marshal Service
October 4, 2024
My heart goes out to your family. You will always be a hero as heroes never die. You will never be forgotten. Continue to watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol.
Robert Gordon, Retired DC, Riverside, IL
Father of fallen officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
October 3, 2024
God bless you, brave Warrior.
K9 Sergeant Kevin Waters
Indiana State Police
October 3, 2024
Rest in peace brother
Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired
October 2, 2024
Rest easy, brother thank you for your service. May your sacrifice or memory never fade.
Retired #8046 Jerry Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department
October 1, 2024
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
September 29, 2024
Thank you for your faithful service Officer Lee. May the Lord comfort those you leave behind. RIP
Sergeant David Dewees (retired)
Volusia County Sheriffs Office
Florida
September 29, 2024
Please accept my deepest condolences to David's family. I'm so sorry that you had to die. Doing what you like to do which was too protect and serve
Old acquaintance, you will be missed.
Private citizen ReginaAnn
Old acquaintance
September 29, 2024
Officer Lee, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
Jesus Espinosa
Civilian
September 29, 2024
Condolences to his family
Carson loveless
September 28, 2024
Prayers and love to the family and friends of Officer Lee.
Lisa Mitchell
September 27, 2024
"When he shall die,
Take him and cut him out in little stars,
And he will make the face of heaven so fine
That all the world will be in love with night
And pay no worship to the garish sun."
From 'Romeo and Juliet' by William Shakespeare
Officer David Lee will continue to shine from above...on his family and friends... as a star that twinkles on those he loved and cared about.
Sincere condolences and blessings to the Lee Family, his friends, the SLMPD, and all those whose lives he has touched.
Private citizen Lisa Graf
Proud Mother of an active Police Officer.
September 27, 2024
Tragic..." Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him." Another American victim.
Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain
September 26, 2024
The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.
There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.
Author Unknown
Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
September 26, 2024
Our words will never say the sorrow we feel. May our Lord surround this Wife and Children, Family, Fellow Officers, and Friends with comfort to ease minds and calm hearts in the days to come. Officer Lee walked a very thin Blue Line. He did it because he put himself between us and danger. We are Grateful. God Bless You All.
Former Police
Tennessee. Spiritual Caregiver
September 26, 2024
Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice.
Cpt Larry Meyers
NYPD
September 26, 2024
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det.Andreoki
NYPD-Retired
September 25, 2024
I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Police Officer David Lee. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Highways of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri.
Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS
September 25, 2024
Rest in peace officer Lee i am so sorry what happened to you as you were trying to help others. May the Lord hold your family and friends.
Citizen
Citizen
September 25, 2024
So very sorry for your loss.
Sending thoughts and prayers
Your way.
Sherree brown
September 25, 2024
Rest in peace, Officer Lee. Thank you for your service. Your dedication and loyalty to protect your community will not be forgotten.
May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time; a time of deep sadness, and a time of feeling the unjustness of it all.
God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.
Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement
September 25, 2024
Chief Robert J. Tracy
We write to you today to express our great sorrow for the loss of Officer David Lee. We wish to extend our sincerest sympathy to you, your officers, and the family of a fallen hero. Officer David Lee was honorably lost in the line of duty, making the ultimate sacrifice while fulfilling his duty to the citizens of St. Louis, MO. For that, we at the Nevada Division of Emergency Management will forever be grateful.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your officers, and family of Officer David Lee.
Tawanna Wade-Gerchman
Nevada Division of Emergency Management
September 25, 2024
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