Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you, my Brother! Check out his travel bug in Geocaching. Use google to search for "In Memory Of NCSD 219 travel bug" (cut and paste within the quotation marks). Keep the peace in heaven, back up is on the way!

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Deputy John Faught
Island County Sheriff's Office

October 21, 2007

Hard to believe it has been 7 years. Some days it seems like a lifetime ago, other days it feels like it just happened. Please know you will not be forgotten and always in my heart. I wish you could know the love and respect that your fellow officers and citizens have for you. Thanks to the public for the continued prayers and honor they show you and for your brothers & sisters in uniform who place their lives on the line every day.

September 11, 2007

Weep not for me, though I am gone
Into that gentle night.
Grieve if you will, but not for long
Upon my soul's sweet flight.
I am at peace, my soul's at rest
There is no need for tears.
For with your love, I was so blessed
For all those many years.
There is no pain, I suffer not,
The fear now all is gone.
Put now these things out of your thoughts,
In your memory I live on.
Remember not my fight for breath,
Remember not the strife,
Please do not dwell upon my death,
But celebrate my life.

June 13, 2007

It is a terrible sad story. I am a DWI Officer in Texas, and have on many occasions brought prisoners in for processing and breathalyzer test. I never even imagined that happening, but I thought back and realized, that I am sure prisoners have been brought in without getting processed through the jail (sometimes you get so focused on making sure your case goes well), or didn't get searched thoroughly by me or another person. I am sure it happens. But, I will think of Dep. Giacomo and will do my best to never let that happen to anyone or myself. I am sure that is what Giacomo would want, for people to learn from this tragedy. May God bless his family.

Peace Officer
Texas

September 12, 2006

September 23rd, 2006 will mark the 6th Annual Deputy Bill Giacomo Memorial Golf Tournament that is held in honor of Deputy Giacomo. It is amazing to see the bond that officers have and how families become one at the loss of another officer. I am proud to be a part of the memorial tournament that honors Billy and brings his friends and fellow officers together to remember that they give the ultimate sacrifice. Thanks again Deputy 219.

Michelle Underwood
Friend

August 30, 2006

This Sept. 11th will mark six years since you were taken so tragically from your family, friends, and the Nicholas County S.O. I watched the ceremony on the news the other day where they named a bridge in your honor, it was a very good story it just sad that your not still here with us. Your memory and legacy still lives on today and you will never be fogotten. Its not how this officer died that made him a hero, its how he lived everyday that made him a hero.
You're the true defintion of a HERO.
RIP Billy

C.O I
WV Division of Juvenile Services

August 17, 2006

I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Giacomo family and the entire Nicholas County Sheriff's Dept. I didn't know Dep. Giacomo personally, but I live in WV and have been to Nicholas County many times and this tragic loss hits close to home. I talked to a few of the local deputies from my county that particapted in the manhunt and attended the funeral. They told me that it was truly one of the saddest days in WV law enforcement history, when they laid to rest one of thier fellow brothers. Giacomo was such a great deputy and a truly great person. I belive that there are only a select few that can perform the duties of law enforcement officers, and I believe Dep. Giacomo was one of those people. He went above and beyond the call of duty, and gave his life for the citizens of Nicholas County. Now we are left to pick up the pieces of such a tragic loss, Giacomo is gone but will never be forgotten, because I know that Dep. Giacomo is upstairs patrolling the streets of heaven. I would like to thank him for his service and dedication that he displayed as a deputy sheriff, the law enforcement and corrections community has lost a true and brave hero. It would have been a true honor to have been able to meet Dep. Giacomo and those who had the oppurtunity were very lucky.
God Bless

R.I.P Deputy Sheriff William "Billy" Giacomo

Corrections Officer I
WV Division of Juvenile Services

June 12, 2006

Our heartfelt condolences to Bill's family, friends and co-workers. He will be in our prayers.

Ptl. P.K. Harding (Ret.)
Binghamton (NY) PD

May 4, 2006

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

February 28, 2006

I had the opportunity to go through the WVSP academy with Deputy Giacomo, who was an outstanding guy and leader for us while at the academy. You are trully missed by all!

Michael T. Sherman
US Secret Service

June 22, 2005

It is sad when a fellow man is brutally murdered while doing his job, especially at such a young age. This has hit home ever since it happened. My uncle Pete Sovine ran this jail for many years. I knew many of the deputies of your county, some I grew up with, such as the Trumans. Some I have been frineds with for years. Youu have an elite troop there. My brother lost his life in 1988 while working in Nicholas County. So, you see, these sort of senseless crimes hit home for me. My heart goes out to all of you folks in Nicholas county and to the family of this fallen hero. May God Bless You all.

BUCN Mark Sovine
United States Navy

February 18, 2005

A true warrior and hero would describe Dep. W.G Giacomo. i heard about the tragic story from one local deputies here in the county and when he told me the story it just sickened me to here how we could all lose a great deputy such as Dep. Giacomo in such a senseless and tragic act. I live in WV and i'm proud and grateful for the work that Dep. Giacomo did for the people of Nicholas County and the state of WV, he died doing what he loved so greatly to do. Dep. Giacomo rest in peace fallen soldier you will never be forgotten no matter what, you taken from us so tragically but sometimes god just has other plans for his true heros here on earth.

R.I.P Deputy W.G Giacomo
Thanks for everything that u did
God Bless

Anonymous

February 11, 2005

He was one of America's red, white, and blue
One who believed in protecting you.
We took him for granted day to day
Called him when someone troubled our way.
We did not give thought to the life he had
Or that he might have a mom or dad.
That he himself had a wife at home
Who prayed each day not to be alone.
He answered the call of a DUI
By the hands of a criminal, he did die.
A community in shock that in their small town
An evil man shot a good man down.
He gave his life for you and for me
That our little town might be crime free.
We should all mourn
We should all cry
That one of our heros had to die.

Missed by family and friends......

Written by Madelyn Key in Honor of Nicholas County, WV Deputy Sheriff William G. "Billy" Giacomo, End of watch 9/11/2000.

Staci Giacomo
surviving spouse

May 12, 2004

One night a police officer had a dream. The officer dreamed of walking along the beach with the lord. Across the sky flashed scenes from the officers life. For each scene the officer noticed two sets of footprints in the sand, one belonging to the officer the other to the Lord. When the last scene appeared the officer looked back at the footprints and noticed many times along the path that there was only one set of footprints in the sand. The officer also noticed this happened during the lowest and saddest times in the officers life. This really bothered the officer who questioned the Lord: "Lord you said that once this officer decided to follow you, you would walk along with this officer all the way. But this officer noticed that during the most troublesome times in this officer's life, there is only one set of footprints. This officer does not understand why when this officer needed you most you would leave this officer." The Lord replied, "My child, I love you and would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you."

September 10, 2003

My reflection of Deputy Billy Giacomo was not strictly one of his law enforcement career, but of his involement with the fire service community. Billy was a member of Boomer Volunteer Fire Department for 11 years.  He served as a firefighter, line officer (Captain), diver, and fire investigator.

Billy was not only a friend of mine, but he was a brother firefighter.  Firefighters share a very strong brotherhood.  You never know what it really is until you lose a fellow firefighter.  I knew Billy's firefighting skills first hand, he took me to my first big fire.  When I joined the fire department, I had to wait till Billy got back from his honeymoon, to vote me on.  He was never afraid to fight the firey beast.  He would enter a flame filled building when no one else would go in it.  He always had a smile on his face.  He never let anything get him down.

Billy's life touched many people.  He loved his job in law enforcement.  He was a very good police officer, He was always fair and well respected.  He was also a great husband, son and friend.

Billy's comes from a great family, and was very well liked in his community.  His death has touched every officer and firefighter around the state.  He had the most beautiful funeral anyone has ever seen.  He left this world, but he will never leave our hearts.  Billy truly earned the title "HERO".  Billy will always be loved and missed by his friends at Boomer station 7.

May God Bless his his wife Stacy, his family, and his friends.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Floyd R. Keeney Jr
Boomer Volunteer Fire Department

Whoever resists authority has opposed the ordinance of God; and those who have opposed will receive condemnation upon themselves....Romans 13:2  I am saddened by how many fellow officers I see here.  I wish this site never needed to be updated.  I express my condolences to the family and friends of William. 

Anonymous

My thoughts are with the Giacomo family and the Nicholas Co Sheriff's Office. I am in the application process with several Virginia agencies. This was a real tragedy. God Bless Deputy Giacomo and all law enforcement officers.

Anonymous

It was an honor to have known you. Even in your death, you continue to touch the lives of others. You will be deeply missed by your friends and family.

Anonymous

The Death of Deputy Giacomo Had really hit hard here at home , I have a little girl that is 11 now her dad is a Deputy here in West Virginia too Our hearts really went out to the family !!! We Pray everynight that god brings him home safe ,

Melondy Holbert
None

Rest easy, brother. You are not forgotten. May your family know that you are a hero. God bless to all.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)

You gave the ultimate sacrifice. You may be gone, but you will NEVER be forgotten. We are all family in this job, sometimes we are the only family each other has. In pace requiescat, Rest in peace! Keep a watch on the rest of us as we go on shift each day.

"When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die, the world will cry and you will rejoice." (American Indian Prayer)

Isaiah 40:31

OFFICER KIMBERLY MOSES
MTSU CAMPUS PD, TN

A Man Is a Success...

Who has lived well,

laughed often, and loved much.

Who has gained the respect

of intelligent men and women

and the love of children and animals.

Who never lacks appreciation

of the Earth's beauty,

and never fails to express it.

Who follows his dreams

and pursues excellence in each task

And who brings out the best in others

and gives only the best of himself.

Anonymous

Billy was one of the greatest people you ever knew. His smile always made you feel better. He was a great firefighter and police officer. I was glad to call him a brother in the fire service. I must admit as I now work law enforcement that he was an inspiration to me. He will always be remembered, loved, and cherished. Bless you brother, and your wonderful family and friends in my home of WV.

Inspector Chris Tucker
US Customs; Port of Raymond, MT

I recently became aware of the officers down memorial page, after we lost one of our own here in Tampa,Fl. As I was scrolling down the pages,I came across the name of Deputy Giacomo. I do not know him, nor have I ever had the priviledge to meet him..I saw that he was a deputy in my beloved home state of West Virginia, and my heart sake even more..My prayers go out to his family, and friends, the department in which he served, and also the good citizens of Nicholas Co. It was very hard for me to leave WV, but the jobs there in law enforcement were slim to none. I live in Tampa now, and have so for 11 years, but WV will always be home.. To each and everyone of you that reads this, never let the memory of Deputy William G. Giacomo be forgotten....Rest in peace my brother in blue....

Ofcr. Susan Harmison
Tampa PD Tampa, Fl

Some birds are not meant to be caged.
Their feathers are just too bright.
And when they fly away,
The part of you that knew it was a sin
To lock them, Rejoices.
But still, the place that you live in is
That much more drab and empty
Now that they are gone.

~Shawshank Redemption~

For you Billy,
Nothing could explain it better.

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