Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Billy;

Never knew you, but have gotten to know your family through KY C.O.P.S. I often hear good things about you.

Your flag will fly for the first time on September 9th, 2006 and you will be remembered always as we honor your memory and family at the 4th Annual KY Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation Ride.

Retired Captain Joe L. Gilliland
Danville, KY PD

September 5, 2006

Billy,
I was thinking about you today, as I have spent the last weekend being reminded of a tragedy, at Bluegrass Field, the flight disaster that took 49 lives. Megan watched quite a bit of it and the next day wore her memorial shirt to school that Jeff brought back from Washington. As she was mourning their deaths yet she was mourning yours in her own way. You would be proud of Megan, the young lady she has become. She got her license today. I would be calling you now to say, "Billy watch over her on the streets." Yet I know you are already. Went by the cemetery two weeks ago and stopped by to see you, but then you already know that. You would be so proud of your daughter. She is sooooo smart. Quick wit like you, hey I think you're behind that. God help us she has that look. As each day passes I still miss you and know that Kaley is our reminder of you.
OOOOXXXXX Karen

Karen
Billy's Aunt

August 30, 2006

Chris~

I think about you often and hope you're okay. I know how hard it was/is on you in dealing with your loss. I'm sure your brother is very proud of the person you've become. May God bless you each and every day & provide comfort to you and your family.

An old friend

Anonymous

August 24, 2006

Hey Billy,
We start school in 10 days. I'm not looking very forward to being a freshman. We have this huge new high school and alot of new teachers and coaches. We start vollyball monday. I'm not to sure if I'm going to play yet or not. I know for sure I'm doing basketball and softball. Kelly just turned 17. She's so excited that she's almost done with high school. She gets to go to Seguin this year and is playing vollyball and softball. She says Hello and we all wish we could of gotten to know you better. My mom said she remembers when she took you and Chris for a carige ride and when we all spent Christmas together. My mom also says hello.
We hope your doing well!

Lauren
sister

August 5, 2006

hello my love- can you believe that Kaley is getting ready for school. We just got all of her school stuff and she is so excited. Cant wait to meet new friends. She is should a special little girl. She takes pride in her family, and extra in being a BIG sister. She takes that one like you did. Wants to protect him. Making sure her little brother has everything he wants and nobody messes with him. She has so much of you in her. I see it more everyday. love and miss you more everyday. prissy

August 2, 2006

HEY BILLY JUST WANTED TO SIT AND WRITE A FEW LINES TO LET YOU KNOW STILL MISSING AND THINKING ABOUT YOU ALL THE TIME. MICKEY,JOE,CHAD AND MYSELF WENT UP TO THE UK CHILDRENS HOSPITAL TODAY AND TOOK A CHECK FOR THE HOSPITAL THAT SOFTBALL GAME AND MICKEY SELLING SHIRTS MADE A LITTLE MONEY FOR THEM.JOE AND CHAD SEEM TO BE DOING OK MICKEY DOING OK WERE BACK ON THE SAME SHIFT AGAIN YOU KNOW HOW MUCH FUN THAT WAS WHEN WE WERE ALL TOGETHER THE FIRST TIME.ROBIN WORKS WITH US TOO SO WE DO ALRIGHT.BETTER GO FOR NOW HAVE TO GO BACK TO HAPPEY VALLEY TONIGHT SO BETTER GET SOME REST I'LL WRITE MORE LATER.
FITCH

JOEL PRICE
JESSAMINE 911

July 28, 2006

Billy,
Sorry it has been so long, but as you probably know, I have switched to another agency and I am going through another training program. I know that you are watching over soo many people and we thank you for that. You will never be forgotten.
Paul

Paul McClanahan
USSS

July 26, 2006

you will never be forgotten!

July 10, 2006

Billy,

We visited your memorial at the SO yesterday, on Father's Day. Had a hard day, especially knowing that this was a special day and not seeing you here. You are still very much a part of us. Memories just seem to flood my mind, searching, trying to find a way that I could of kept this from happening. Still trying to protect you, as only an aunt would. One memory I keep close was when you were in the play down in Danville. We were so proud of you. You were really "hot stuff". Another funny memory has always been when you would beat Jeff at some sort of game or competition and you would have that way of rubbing it in and laughing about it. Oh that would really get his goat. I would just chuckle inside and you would give me that look, and we both knew it was eating him up. But you always knew when to quit.

Just wanted to let you know you are still missed deeply.
Love always,

Karen
Aunt

June 19, 2006

IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY AND MEMORIES A LANE, I'D WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN AND BRING YOU HOME AGAIN.

a friend

June 19, 2006

Dear Prissy,
Please do not dwell on the death of Billy. Live your life to the fullest, find happiness. You had something soo precious w/him, and yes, it was cut too short, but consider your time w/him as a blessing, and find peace w/it. You're a beautiful young woman, with so much to offer. I can see from your writings that you are still suffering. God Bless You,Find comfort from him. Take comfort in knowing that he loved you sooo much, until the birth of kaley, you were all that he talked about. You completed him and gave him so much happiness. You will see him again,when God is ready. But until then, Be Happy, and don't feel guilty for it. You'll never be forgotten.

June 18, 2006

I love you Billy!

June 16, 2006

Billy

Not a day goes by that I don't think of what happened to you, the Captain and Sammy. Even though I have moved on from Jessamine County, you are mentioned quite often. I learned a lot from Mickey, Kimberly, Joey, Kato and everyone else who was around in November of 2001. I take those lessons and their experience with me every night when I come to work to make sure I do the best that I can. I truly believe that Jessamine Co. is one of the best agencies to work for and your legacy lives on. I will always remember you, Prissy and Kayley for what you mean to the special people in Jessamine County and around the state. Thank you!!!

Patty Baker
Oldham Co. Dispatch

May 31, 2006

hey bill
just thinking of you,memorial weekend. family reunion you
know what that means little croquetand maybe some cornhole
your baby girl is beautiful she reminds me of you so much
god bless you i love you
uncle jeff

jeff
uncle

May 26, 2006

Hi Billy. We were on the internet and decided to leave you a message. I tried out for a softball team last tuesday. One of the best ones in Texas, but I didn't make it. They were way good. I'm playing little league now to get ready for my other tryouts in August(this team isn't as good but still good). I'm excited about that. We only have 3 more days of school left! Last friday we went to schlitterbahn, a huge water park, for our 8th grade trip. I had loads of fun.
I have pretty big plans for the summer. I'm going to Kentucky, and to oklahoma for the womens college world series. I can't wait to go to Kentucky and finally meet Chris. I'm also babysitting all of June. My mom said Hello. It stinks that we never got to know you! We love you!
Love Always,
Lauren

I had prom last month. It was alot of fun. A bunch of us got a limo for the night. We were the only ones too! I bet you saw my dress. I'm going to Alaska with some freinds this summer, so I'm looking foward to that. That's about it. We'll keep in touch!
Love you,
Kelly

Kelly and Lauren
Sisters

May 23, 2006

I miss you Billy! I guess you saw how bad today was. Help me please!

May 16, 2006

Deputy Walls,
My name is Brad Sapp, I work at Nicholasville P.D. I did not know you but I have heard so many great stories. You should see the memorial set up for you and Dep. Morgan at the S.O. It is beautiful. Just wanted to let you know that not a day goes by on a shift that you are not mentioned, its obvious you touched a lot of peoples hearts when you were here serving Nicholasville and Jessamine County. I just wanted to thank you for being there for the citizens and the agency and for making THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. 568

Ofc. Brad Sapp
Nicholasville P.D. (Jessamine County)

May 16, 2006

Billy,
I know it's been awile, but you know how terrible I am about staying in touch. I am sitting here watching the baby, and all I can think about is you. He just turned six months old and my heart just sank thinking about everything. You know he had a hard time in the begining and I turely believe you delivered our prayers personally. I want to thank you for the help and the help you give us all everyday. Billy, thank you for being there and thank you for still being with us.

We miss you Brother.

Scott Carnes
Jessamine County Sheriff's Dept

May 11, 2006

Hey, Billy, hope Heaven is treating you well, we are busy now with the campaign, I know you know!! Everytime I hear stories about Kaley it brings everything into perspective, you would be proud of your girls....rainy, cool, spring weather, just wanted to drop a line, your badge (copy of memorial service) hangs by my door and when I go to leave I know you have my back........thanks

KY Peace Officer
Isaiah 40:31

May 10, 2006

I miss you alot Billy! I hope your birthday was amazing.

May 9, 2006

Happy Birthday Billy! I hope it's a great one! I miss you alot, and I can't wait to see you agian someday. I love you!

May 3, 2006

So many happy things happened this month.......Your birthday, our wonderful daughter was born and our wedding.... This month is full of such great memories and yet I have such a heavy heart this time of year.

Five years old. Can you believe it? Kaley is getting big, and with soooo much attitude. Some times I think so has already beaten me in that department. With my attitude and your temper we really don’t have to worry about her ever holding her own. You would be so proud of her. Smart as a tack, thoughtful, and has a very big heart. God did something right that year!!!! I miss and love you more each day.

May 3, 2006

happy birthday my love

May 3, 2006

Hey Billy,
Its been a long while since I last left you a message, but we lost Ryan in October. Deb and I hope that he is there with you watching over us now. When I was taken out by the two guys in August I some how found the strength to stay in the fight long enough to get help. I hope to again see you one day but for now Deb and I are always trying to raise awareness and money for the Childrens Hospital. Darby, Joey and Mickey are holding a softball tournament in Ryan's name to also help raise some money and attention for the many children in help at the hospital everyday. Well got to go now but I promise not to take so long in writing you again. Prissy came to Ryan's visatation and it was good to see her and all of our friends who came. Love Joe & Deb Saunier

Patrolman II FTO FAI Joseph Saunier
Lawrenceburg Police

April 29, 2006

BILLY'S MOM
I KNEW YOUR SON HE WAS A GREAT MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
YOU AND ALL THE FAMILY HAVE ALWAYS BEEN IN MY PRAYERS AND ALWAYS WILL BE.

CHIEF D. SHELLEY
WILLIAMSBURG,KY. POLICE DEPT.

April 28, 2006