Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I first met Bill in 1977 while working in the Mendocino County court system. Then I went to work for the DA's office where Bill, Doug and I wrote Search Warrants until the wee hours. He was a special friend until May 8, 1985. I miss him to this day. Love you forever buddy. Until we meet again. Rest in peace.

Judi Nissen
MCSO

August 9, 2024

RIP sir.

First Sergeant Thomas M. Webb (Retired)
New York State Police - Troop D

March 22, 2023

Oh Papa!
Where do I start?
Today I was not able to attend the ceremony honoring you.
I wish I was able to meet you, I hear you are one heck of a guy!
There is some advice I could use from you right now. Send me a sign

Sierra Gladden
Granddaughter

May 6, 2022

Rest in peace Agent Stewart.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 13, 2020

Bill was my partner for five years. We worked together as resident deputies out of Laytonville, Ca Bill was one of the most dedicated officers I ever worked with. He loved his daughters very much. RIP

Retired Rodney Smith
Mendocino sheriff s office

February 12, 2020

Think of you so often, even as of recent I have met officers, agents and others who knew you and of you and the awesome person and agent you were. I love hearing stories of you now even more than ever, love hearing that others appreciated you and what you did also.

If anyone that knew my Dad has a story and would like to share with me I would love it hear about it, work or personal.

[email protected].

Bonney Stewart Dillard
Daughter

March 22, 2019

I’m missing you so much Dad. I love you ❤️

Kristy Stewart Babbino
Daughter

February 23, 2018

Papa Bill
I would have LOVED to have the chance to meet you... one day i know that dream will come true. you are missed by so many
xoxo
Kimmy Dillard Yeager

Kimmy Dillard Yeager
Grandaughter

February 25, 2015

I knew bill when he was a kid on top of the hill .I was in the navy.my dad and his wife and daughter lived there. they had a model train set .it took up the whole living room. he joined the navy and became a mm as I was. we had a lot of good leave together .I found a letter he sent me today dated OCT.10 1962.rest in peace friend.

MM2 P1
FRIEND

August 14, 2014

Agent Stewart,
On today, the 29th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Oklahoma. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

May 9, 2014

I love and miss you papa bill....

Amber Delight

March 16, 2014

I still miss my Daddy so very much, I am older than he ever got to be now, I miss that I cant see him every day or talk to him, Im sad because He never got to know any of my children and their children. I hope you are safe where you are. I love you

Bonney Stewart Dillard
Daughter

March 16, 2013

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 27th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

I pray for solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your family and friends for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 8, 2012

hi papa bill i was the only grandchild you ever got to see. i dont remember you because i was only 1 yeas old when you were taken from us. i have 4 beautiful babys my last being a boy just born on july 15th 2011 i named him seam william delight. i wish you were around to see all your great granchildren and us. i love you papa bill . we all love and miss you

amber j delight
grandaughter

September 13, 2011

Papa Bill,

I was but a twinkle in my mother's eye the day you left this world. I hate that we never got to meet. Everything I hear about you from granny and momma's stories makes me think that you and I could have been two peas in a pod, and got along just great. It makes me sad, but I'm glad to know your in a better place. I couldn't be more proud of you. I'm taking a criminal behavior class and I'm having to do a paper over a crime. I decided to do it over you. While searching through information I found this page, and I just have to say wow. It makes me feel so good to hear all the wonderful things about you. Until another day....I love you papa!!

Kassidy Dillard Blanton

August 16, 2011

Thank you Sir for your bravery, courage, dedication to duty and for your sacrifice. You are a true hero.

Sgt. T. Henshaw
Bell Gardens Police Dept., CA.

December 4, 2010

I THINK OF BILL OFTEN. HE AND MY FATHER WORKED TOGETHER FOR SEVERAL YEARS. HE WAS FAMILY ALONG WITH MANY OF THE OTHER OFFICERS, SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF THAT TIME IN MENDOCINO COUNTY. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN AND AN AWESOME FRIEND. I STILL ENJOY LISTENING TO MY DAD'S STORIES OF THE ADVENTURES THEY HAD, HE TALKS OF BILL/WILLY AND TEARS UP. BILL YOU ARE VERY MISSED, AND LOVED, YOU AND MOM HAVE A GREAT TIME CELEBRATING YOUR BIRTHDAYS TOGETHER. WE WILL SEE YOU WHEN ITS OUR TIME. Gone but Never Forgotten, a hero forever!

T. MCPHERSON
FRIEND

October 27, 2010

Another year has gone by dad without you. I visit this page often just to see and read what others say about you. It gives me some comfort. I miss and love you so much. I thank God every day that I know through him this isnt the end I will see you again dad someday in Heaven.
Love,
Kristy

Kristy Stewart Babbino
Daughter

June 23, 2010

Gone but not forgotten

Anonymous

September 9, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 9, 2008

I was 15 when my dad died, and have spent the last 22 years wishing he was here with me. I have missed him so much. I will always love him. He would be so proud to have known his grandchildren. God Bless You Dad !!!

Kimberly Stewart
youngest daughter

October 14, 2007

My Dad was and is still my hero. I miss him every day. He lives on through me, my sisters,his grandchildren and great grandchildren. I love you Dad!

Kristy Lynne Stewart Babbino
Daughter

October 7, 2007

I was a dispatcher in Oklahoma for 7 years. Though I didn't know you personally I had a number of friends who worked undercover also. Its a dangerous and mostly thankless job, but I'm here to thank you now. Rest in Peace Agent Stewart. Hero's never die, they just get new assignments.

April 16, 2007

R.I.P Agent Stewart...you had a dangerous job..you made the ultimate sacrifice..Rest in Gods hands.

June 28, 2006

I knew Bill a very long time ago. I met him when I was 13, and he taught me all the lessons I would need to become an intellegent adult women. I thank you Stewart for all the love and guidence you gave. I love you still, always

Rhonda Robinson Friend

November 30, 2005