A Washington State trooper who quit over COVID-19 vaccine mandates last year and told Gov. Jay Inslee (D) to “kiss my ass” in his final sign-off after more than two decades on the job, has died of COVID-19.
Former Trooper Robert LaMay, 50, who served 22 years with the State Patrol and retired last October, died on Friday after battling COVID.
LaMay’s video of his final sign-off telling Gov. Inslee to “kiss my ass,” went viral and landed him several interviews with right wing outlets including Fox News.
“Wish I could say more but this is it, so, State 1034, this is the last time you’ll hear me in a State Patrol car, and Jay Inslee can kiss my ass,” LaMay said in the video.
After LaMay quit, he was active on social media until earlier this month when his Facebook page was deleted after he reportedly fell ill with COVID-19 and was put on a ventilator. His condition deteriorated quickly and he died on Friday.
“I am deeply saddened over the news that our former friend and colleague Trooper Robert LaMay has passed away. This agency’s prayers and remembrances are with his family and loved ones. Rob served honorably for over two decades and we were disappointed to see him leave the agency this past October. His service to this state and agency will be long remembered and appreciated,” Chief John Batiste said in a statement on Friday. “Let us now remember our old friend, support his family and loved ones, give thanks for his service, and resolve to meet the challenges ahead with continuing duty, dignity and respect.”
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It is what it is.. lived by the sword and died needlessly of COVID. Another life that did not have to be wasted .