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Dustin DeMonte Obituary
Bristol Police Lieutenant Dustin DeMonte, 35, of North Haven, tragically passed away on Wednesday evening, October 12th 2022. Dustin truly died a hero. He was the beloved husband of Laura DeMonte; and a loving father to his daughter, Phoebe; his son, Porter; and a third child due in March, 2023. Dustin was born in Middletown, CT, on May 24, 1987, to Mona Heidel (Jeff Heidel) and Philip DeMonte (Connie DeMonte). Also survived by his brother, Philip (Sarah) DeMonte; sister, Makayla DeMonte (Kenneth Repscher). He also leaves behind his niece, Adalyn Repscher; and nephew, Aaron DeMonte. Also survived by aunts, Debbie DeMonte and Dottie Sanzaro; and his "little gram," Mary DeMonte. Dustin is also survived by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ann Marie and James Piscitelli; sister-in-law, Gina (Christopher) Bracken; and brother-in-law James, (Sarah) Piscitelli; grandmother and grandfather through marriage, Anne and John Bergeron. Dustin also leaves behind his three Australian Labradoodles whom he adored, Harper, Einstein and Fozzie.
A 2005 graduate of Middletown High School; where he was a catcher for their baseball team as well as a member of the band. Dustin loved dancing, music and exercising. He earned a bachelor's degree in Criminology at Central Connecticut State University in 2012. Dustin was recently accepted to Nichols College, where he would've begun his master's in Organizational Leadership Program on Halloween. Dustin was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and the Miami Dolphins. Dedicated to his community, Dustin helped in honoring local officers who were killed in the line of duty and helped the homeless through the outreach program of Brian's Angels. Dustin was a school resource officer at Greene-Hills and West Bristol Schools in Bristol. Dustin always lived life to the fullest. He was a kind, gentle spirit that was loved by many. Above all, Dustin whole-heartedly loved his family and every single moment he spent with them. He was a very proud husband and father who was taken way too soon.
Funeral services will be conducted in Rentschler Field, East Hartford, on Friday morning, October 21st at 11:00 AM. The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue have been entrusted with the arrangements. www.northhavenfuneral.com
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North Haven Resident
October 13, 2025
The sacrifice you and your family made will never be forgotten!
New Canaan, Ct. Resident
October 12, 2025
Continued prayers and blessings to your family and friends.
This tragic event never fails to stir such a sad remembrance
for the entire DeMonte family.
I know Dustin is resting in eternal peace.
God bless all of you who knew this courageous individual.
Sincerely,
Yvonne Lopez
October 12, 2025
Outstanding Supporting the Community
Adrea Oxendkne
March 8, 2025
As a Student he knew,I am still sad to this day,I met him 6 years ago and it pains me he died 3 school years later,rest in peace Officer D,you will always be in my mind.
Adrea "Addie" Oxendine
Carol & Pete
October 14, 2024
Two years have past and not a moment goes by that you and your family aren´t thought about. Prayers go out to your family. I know God is watching over you and your family.
New Canaan, Ct resident
October 13, 2024
May God continue to watch over you and your family.
You will always be our Hero...
Sincerely,
Yvonne Lopez
October 12, 2024
Your Outstanding Service will never be forgotten
Tanina-Marie LaRosa
October 12, 2024
My thoughts & prayers always include your family. Guide them from Heaven. Please know as long as I have a memory you I will be forever keep you & your family in my thoughts each day.
Yvonne Lopez
October 13, 2023
I met you when you came over and help me when I needed help with my Granddaughter who has Special Needs!
Thank you!!
MAY YOU CONTINUE TO SLEEP IN PEACE
Maria Dacosta
October 13, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Maria Dacosta
October 13, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with mrs Demonte and the children and all family may the Lord Rest his soul
New Canaan, Ct. Resident
October 13, 2023
Blessings to Dustin´s Family...
May you continue to rest in
eternal peace.
Sincerely,
Jan
October 12, 2023
Praying for Dustin´s family
Adrea
August 9, 2023
I remembered him since I was 5 I'm sad that he passed I hope he meets my grandfather In heaven
Debra and Stephen Nolan
November 3, 2022
Dear DeMonte family, we are sending our deepest sympathies for your loss! We remember meeting you eight years ago when you purchased our home in North Haven! Sending love and prayers to you!!
Connecticut resident
October 31, 2022
Lieutenant DeMonte - Rest in peace. Thank you for your service.
Audra Antrum
October 26, 2022
My deepest sympathies. I'm praying for strength for your family.
Jacque Campoli
October 26, 2022
Sending prayers and caring thoughts to you and your family at this time of great sorrow.
Maria shine
October 25, 2022
So sorry for your loss sending my condolences to you and your babies and to the family. Prayers for you all
Maria Zaino
October 23, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gretchen A. Redman
October 23, 2022
Is there a place for donations to remember his wife and children? I´d like to help in anyway I can. This is so terrible and my heart breaks. Praying for the family at this terrible moment that should never have happened
Nena Riccio
October 22, 2022
"Rest easy with the Angels".. Your bravery and courage will never be forgotten..God bless you...condolences to your family, friends, and all Police officers
Grateful citizen
October 22, 2022
Lieutenant DeMonte may you Rest In Peace. Thank you for your selfless service. My hope is that your family and friends are able to find peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Pete & Carol Longo
October 22, 2022
Thank you for your service. Rest in Peace. Our condolences and prayers go out to his family and friends. You are in our thoughts every day. Pete & Carol Longo Plymouth, Ct
Katie - Simsbury resident
October 22, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow, take solace that you now have a special guardian Angel watching over you now.
Rochelle Kanell
October 22, 2022
Dearest Laura,
Rochelle Kanell here (Yale Health Plan)
From all the way in Barcelona, Spain I´ve heard of the tragic loss of your husband. I am so very very sorry. I will be back in the US next month and I´ll call Mom.
My deepest sympathy to you and your precious children. Take care of yourself Laura.
Rochelle
Simsbury family
October 22, 2022
Our deepest sympathies for the incomprehensible pain for the loss of Dustin. No words can be spoken how sad we are for all of you who loved him. He is now one of God’s angels to watch over you from above. Know that he will always be close in your hearts. We pray for all of you that you may find comfort knowing that so many of us are thinking of you as you begin the journey of healing. God bless you all. Sincerely, Simsbury family
Bob & Marie Palmatier
October 22, 2022
You have our condolences I´m so sorry for your loss our heart goes out to you mrs. Demonte as well as Alex´s wife Kate we´re so sorry
Bob & Marie Palmatier
Susan
October 22, 2022
My prayers are with you and your family. RIP Dustin watch over your family.
Kathleen A Stanley
October 22, 2022
Deepest condolences and prayers to the family. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace
Norwich CT resident
Sandra c
October 22, 2022
God bless and keep you safe in arms
Debra, David and Lauren Ofshay
October 22, 2022
Deeply sorry for your loss! Prayers to your family, hugs.
Wendy Fortin
October 21, 2022
Bristol loss two great men and great husband's Bristol puts there arms around the family we keep them in our each and every day my family will miss them they help us out with my disabiled husband several times.
Resident of Meriden, CT
October 21, 2022
Thank you for your service Lt. Dustin DeMonte. May you rest in peace. My prayers to the DeMonte family, friends and fellow officers.
Ed
October 21, 2022
Thank you for your services, may you Rest In Peace and prayers to your wife and kids and family
Susan Lindsay
October 21, 2022
My sincere condolences to the family of Officer Dustin Demonte
My heart breaks for you
May he RIP
Susan Lindsay
Hamden
Jen
October 21, 2022
prayers
Sister of a NYPD police officer
October 21, 2022
My deepest sympathies and love to Sgt. DeMonte's family and friends. Thank you for your dutiful and dedicated service. Sgt. DeMonte is lovingly wrapped in the arms of St. Michael, the Patron Saint of Police Officers.
Jackie Dunning
October 21, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 21, 2022
To the family and friends of Dustin,
May all of your fond memories of Dustin wrap you in comfort today and always. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
Sue, a North Haven resident
Joanne Williams
October 21, 2022
My sincere condolences to your family and Bristol Police for the loss of Lt DeMonte. My heart goes out to all of you.
Mother of Farmington (retired) police officer.
Sharon DiSilvestro
October 21, 2022
To Dustin´s family,
My son Andrew was friends with Dustin when they both attended McDonough Elementary School. I remember Dustin´s smile, his kindness, and his gentle personality.
May his memories continue to bring you peace and love during this most difficult time.
Sharon DiSilvestro
Marilyn Denehy
October 21, 2022
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Dustin´s
family and friends. My heart aches for you. May his memories fill your heart with love.
Marilyn Denehy
Paraprofessional
Macdonough School 1988-2001
Pamela Muraca
October 21, 2022
To the DeMonte Family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Dustin was an amazing, kind, and talented young man. As a student at McDonough School, he brought positivity, energy and "sunshine" into his classes and school.
May your hearts and souls find peace and comfort in your memories and love of Dustin.
With my deepest sympathy,
Pamela Muraca
Former Principal, McDonough School, Middletown, CT
Maria Moisescu
October 21, 2022
Laura, So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My thought and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Grace to hold you. Love to comfort you. Love Maria
Grateful North Haven Resident
October 21, 2022
To Officer Demonte's family: Thank you all for allowing this brave man to do his job every day, knowing that he was in harm's way every shift. Your sacrifice is not lost on us. I pray you are all taking strength from the love you shared with him. You now have an Angel in blue. Our deepest condolences to the entire family.
New Canaan Ct resident
October 21, 2022
I am filled with extreme
sadness over the passing
of this dedicated officer.
May all of Dustin´s family,
friends and colleagues
experience the healing of
God´s love.
Sincerely,
Brendan North Haven Resident
October 20, 2022
My deepest condolences to Dustin´s family,friends and colleagues. I did not know Officer DeMonte but have the utmost respect and admiration for him. A man that selflessly put others protection and safety before his own is a true hero. Dustin will forever be in our hearts and memories. Thank god for our police who are always there when we need their help. Rest In Peace Officer.
Linda Haigh
October 20, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Thinking about you and your family during this very difficult time. Hold Dustin´s memories close and know that we are all here to support you and give you and your babies many hugs. Love Linda
Izabela Martin
October 20, 2022
With deepest sympathy and prayers to the whole DeMonte Family. Thank you for all your service. Rest in peace
Nadine Lincovitch
October 20, 2022
Officer DeMonte,
Your fearless response to a tragic late night October call is most deeply appreciated. I tip my hat off to you with your perilous pursuit to keep citizens safe. May you rest in eternal prayerful peace and be a guiding light amongst us and your beloved family. Thank you for your outstanding service.
With Utmost Gratitude,
Nadine Lincovitch
Maria Filomena Dacosta
October 20, 2022
To Mrs Demonte children and all family my condolences ,my toughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time may Dustin Demonte RIP
Christina lukeski
October 20, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Thanks for your service.
Terrance and family
October 20, 2022
Sending my deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers. and thank you for your service.
Arlene Santoro , Bradenton Florida
October 20, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family..
Cathy Liseo & Family
October 19, 2022
Sending my deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers. My heart breaks for you, your family and Dustin´s friends, as you cope through such a tragic loss of a wonderful guy. You´ll continue to be in my prayers and hoping the great memories you have, give you strength.
Susan Olson
October 19, 2022
My prayers are with all of you at this time. Holding all of you in the light. Peace, Susan Olson (friend of Ann-Marie)
Danielle Mancini
October 19, 2022
Deepest sympathy to his family and all that he knew and helped . Thank you for your service.
Jan Alea-Lougal
October 19, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Dustin's family. May the Lord keep them safe and help give your wife and children, parents and siblings. Coming from a law enforcement family I feel your pain. Dustin is a HERO and we thank him and you for your service and sacrifice. God Bless you All
Donna Scata
October 19, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Roy Family
October 19, 2022
Our sincerest condolences to your family from ours, we are hoping that one day you will all find peace.
Trish
October 19, 2022
Thank you for your service. May you continue to watch over your wife, children and family from above . God Bless you. The world is in mourning.Trish
Marlene Cockfield
October 19, 2022
To the DeMonte Family
May the sorrow you feel in your heart lighten by the love that surrounds you.
Wishing you peace and comfort.
With My Deepest Sympathy,
Marlene Cockfield
Retired Middletown Teacher
Neihbors Kathy and Ken
October 19, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to Dustins family. He will be in our prayers.
J
October 19, 2022
Rest in peace, Lieutenant. Thank you for keeping us Bristol residents safe. We will never forget it. God bless you and your family.
Mother of a CT State Trooper
October 19, 2022
My condolences to his wife, children, family, friends, and Bristol PD. Praying for comfort.
Jackie Q
October 19, 2022
My deepest sympathies for your loving family & doggies , prayers for comfort & strength & may you embrace all your loving happy memories of Dustin & feel his love through all your smiles God be with you all
Marci
October 19, 2022
My heart breaks for Dustin`s family and friends. He served his community well and will never be forgotten.
Marci
John Louis Rega Jr
October 19, 2022
Deepest sympathy to the family and friends.
renee russo
October 19, 2022
Laura,John and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
John and Renee Russo
Mike C
October 19, 2022
May you rest in teh arms of the Father.
Godspeed, brother officer.
Mike C
GPD (ret)
Mother of a Police Officer
October 19, 2022
Prayers and condolences to Lt. Dustin DeMonte´s family, friends and the Bristol PD. RIP Lt. thank you for your service.
Connecticut Resident
October 19, 2022
Thank you for your service Lieutenant DeMonte.
Rest in Peace
Robert J. Abbatello
October 19, 2022
My condolences to Laura DeMonte, children, and all family members. Sincerely, R.J.Abbatello (Middletown resident)
Patricia Antonopoulos
October 19, 2022
My most heartfelt condolences to Lt.Dustin DeMonte's family,friends and Bristol PD
Love & Peace to all
Angela Sinopoli
October 19, 2022
My sincere condolences to the family, friends, and BPD. Thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
Angela Sinopoli ~ Connecticut
Gail Worthington
October 19, 2022
I didn´t know Dustin, but my prayers and condolences go to the families of this true hero!! Thank you for your service and dedication. Gone too soon never to be forgotten.
Bristol Resident
October 19, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
My Prayers and Condolences
To you and your Family
Linda Valenti
October 19, 2022
I am so very sorry for your loss. He was very kind to my son, in fact my son saw him Wednesday night at the gas station and said hello to him. Prayers and many thoughts to you for your loss.
Meg Fitzpatrick
October 18, 2022
Laura and Family,
I am heart broken for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am here for you, now and forever.
All my love,
Heidi
October 18, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tanina-Marie LaTosa
October 18, 2022
My sincere condolences to Lieutenant DeMonte´s family & friends. Sending prayers & hugs of comfort & peace. You are will continue be in my thoughts & prayers.
Danny & Holly Laviero
October 18, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alan Green, paramedic
October 18, 2022
I had many interactions with Dustin as we responded to medical calls in Bristol. He was always helpful helping EMS take care of people who were sick or injured. Please accept my sincerest condolences as your family works through this difficult period of grief.
S. Rose
October 18, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Keefe Family (Zack´s mom)
October 18, 2022
Laura DeMonte and family: We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss. Dustin is an amazing man and he will be missed deeply. He made an everlasting impact on so many people and he served his community bravely and proudly, each day that he put on his uniform. No one should ever have to go though this tragic sorrow, but please know that we are all here for you. Our hearts are breaking with yours. We are crying with you and we are praying for you. May God hold you close, and bless you with many wonderful memories of your hero. Please know that Dustin is at peace and watching over only you now. Love never dies, it lives on for eternity,
Christine Gaedeke
October 18, 2022
We are keeping you and your family in our prayers always and forever Sincerely ,Paul and Christine Gaedeke
John Cascio Jr.
October 18, 2022
May our good lord lie you gently to rest and keep watch over your family. Wishing you eternal peace brother.
Sergeant John Cascio Jr.
East Haven Police (Retired)
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