Lieutenant Hite, You Will Be Missed

At 2000 EST (8:00PM) on March 17th, 2009, Lieutenant L. Hite of the NAS Pax River Police Department lost his life to a Pulmonary Embolism.

Lt. Hite was not very old in age; he was a husband, father, grandfather, boss, co-worker, mentor, friend and buddy. My husband was very fond of him as the Lt was not only his mentor but a friend as well. Military and DOD personnel from all over the world are responding to the loss of their dear friend.

My heart goes out to everyone touched by this, but especially to his wife. It was Mrs. Hite that discovered his body. I could not imagine coming home to discover my husband in that condition. I cannot fathom such a thing, but I know that she was not alone. Nobody is strong enough to face such a thing on their own. God was with her last night, He is with her now and Lt. Hite is now our angel. I know he'll look over all his buddies and family and keep them safe.


Please keep the Hite family and the 611 crew in your prayers (611 is the police station's building number. The officers refer to it as "6-11" instead of a "department" or "station"). The "fallen officer" black stripe has been respectfully placed on all officers and MAs badges as well as across the badge decals on the police cruisers. A banner has also been hung at 611.

"In Valor There is Hope" - Quote from the NLEO Memorial