Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I am truly sorry that another brother has fallen. Know that he is watching from up above, and that when the time comes, you will all be re-united some day.

Detective, if you see my twins up there, please tell them I miss them, just as your family misses you.

Thank you.

Derek Thomas
Eureka Police Dept., Eureka Illinois

April 14, 2004

i would to thank everyone for all you thoughts and prayers. please just forget a great man, father and husband and friend he is the bomb of all bombs thank you again keep leaving your messages they are wonderful

wife
wife

April 13, 2004

To the Rolniak family, friends, and the Riverdale Police Department. You have lost a beautiful soul, but heaven has one more shining star. Our thoughts and prays are with you all. Thanks Detective Rolniak for all you have done for your brothers and sisters; rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

April 13, 2004

hi kid well it was a rough weekend the first holiday . i didn't seem real we sat at the table with a bowl full of biskets waiting for you to throw one across the table. hiding easter eggs was not the same . I love you I miss you just thought i'd talk to you i love ya your favorite wife moejoe.

wife
wife

April 12, 2004

To Det. Rolniaks wife, it makes me sad to read your reflections, my family keeps you and your girls in our prayers. You have so much love for your whole family your Wally is right by your side he will let no wrong or bad happen to you or your girls. Again I am so sorry for your loss, we will continue to pray for you and your girls and all the men and women who serve and protect.

Beth H.

April 9, 2004

well kid it was 15 years ago today! that was one of are happiest days. i remember that day like it was yesterday .i just can't believe that your not here . i'm going to get drunk tomorrow just like we use to . i love you wally i miss you so much the girls miss you to i love you i'll talk to you soon happy anniversary kid !!!!

wife
wife

April 7, 2004

I am saddened to the deaths of more law enforcement officers. I hate that we are living in such a cruel world. My hear goes out to the family and friends of Detective Rolniak.

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 4, 2004

well kid i hope you like denise braces they look nice on her she said you were going to see them first since i had to sit in the waiting room for 2 1/2 hours i miss you kid this week is going to be hard i know you'll be at the big game on friday ilove you talk to you soon love moejoe

wife
wife

April 4, 2004

I came across the story of Officer Rolniak while doing a search for my last name (Rolniak) on the internet. I was shocked to read of a fellow Rolniak being murdered. I do not know William Rolniak or his family...but being a Rolniak they are family. Maureen, I am deeply sorry for your loss and you and your girls will remain in my prayers!
A fellow Rolniak....
Suzi

Suzi Rolniak
Spokane, WA

April 4, 2004

well kid the baby get her braces tomorrow boy she's going to be in pain. i can't forget when you went with nicole she was in so much pain . another bad day the window got finished finally yea!!! it looks great . i love you !! i miss you soo much i can't think anymore my head hurts to much and so does my heart . all our dreams are gone the girls miss you so much they need you in there lives now more thatn anything no one can replace you.i know you'll be at the first game cheering her on .i hope i see you there i miss your face soo much . WHO LOVES YA KID ??? LOVE YOUR FAVORITE WIFE MOEJOE AND A BIG HUG AND KISS FROM YOUR GIRLS TALK TO YOU SOON LOVE YA

wife
wife

March 31, 2004

Two months ago I barely knew you. "Officer Vrdoliak" was just one of "Deb's guys" who I saw at weddings or on the street occaisonally. Today I feel I was cheated out of so much. Today I feel I know you well but it's just too late to enjoy it. I make you two promises. First, if Maureen or the girls ever need anything I hope they will honor me with the opportunityto help them in any way I can. Second I will do what I can to be there for all your brothers at RPD in any way I can as a citizen, as a friend or as a man who is greatful to have had them protecting my family, by your side, for all those years and under your watchful eye into the future.

Paul H
Riverdale Resident

March 29, 2004

Wally,
I miss you Ofc Vrdolyak....I can still see your face when you came into the radio room with that imitation! I hope I can be there to help Moe, the girls, and the rest of the Riverdale family......I hope you hear the oldies from my radio everytime I pass your final resting place when I pass going to and from my full time job.
Rest in peace.

part-timer
RPD

March 29, 2004

Hey Wally,

I decided to write and say how much I miss and love you. I still cannot believe this happened and everyday I am waiting to wake up from this nightmare! I am so very angry that this happened to my wonderful brother. I wanted to thank you for being the best brother anyone could have. I miss you so much you are alway's in my thoughts. I LOVE YOU

Michelle
Wally's sister

March 29, 2004

I'm very sorry about the murder of Detective Rolniak. It stands out in my mind when I think about the police officers who have been killed this year. He was murdered because he chose to stand up for something and be who he was, which must make his family very proud. I can't wait to be a police officer and I will always remember the sacrifices of fallen police officers as I do my job each day. He will never be forgotten. God bless his family and friends.

Pat
Baltimore, MD

March 27, 2004

hi hon, having a bad day miss you so much . life without you is so boring and so empty.still can't believe your not going to walk into the house . i look at you car in the garage every day and hope your sitting in but your not .i miss you soon much i love you . it hurts so much not to hear your voice the kids miss you so much . it hard on them when they come home they just want to pick up the phone and call you to ask you when your coming home and tell you about there day .or they would say whens dad coming home and my answer would be when he walks in the door. denise sits in her room looking for you stillsince she could see who was coming in or out . she prays to she you but we all know your not coming home any more and thats not fair to any of us who love you . i look at your pictures all the time they are right next to the computer . i miss you kid. i love you your favorite wife moejoe.

wife
rpd

March 24, 2004

hi wally well the party went well she loved her basketball hoop she just waiting for youto help her now if the wind would let up we'll put it out so she can go play . nicole is getting her new mitt this week i miss you so much i love you this really stinks that your gone there are so many things unsaid and undone i love you kid who's your favorite wife who loves you kid talk to you soon love ya

moejoe
wife

March 22, 2004

Maureen, Nicole and Denise,
I just wanted to let you guys know that I am still thinking about you everyday and you are in my prayers everynight. I could never begin to express how sorry I am. I hope that you are all doing as okay as you can be. Wally was a wonderful guy that always knew how to make people laugh uncontrollably. He will forever be missed but never forgotten because he touched many hearts. Just know I am thinking of you and am here if you need anything.

Michele (Zimmerman) Houston
Family Friend

March 21, 2004

Please remember the fallen officers we have lost. Remember the men and women who died trying to make this world a safer and better place for us all to live in. Thank you Detective Rolniak for a job well done. Please continue to watch over us and protect us as only you can. You will forever be at our side and in our hearts.

For those of you who still have loved ones with us please take the time to tell them how much you appreciate and care about them.

IF I KNEW

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

Anonymous

March 20, 2004

Mr. Rolniak,
I miss you so much. Nothing is the same without you here. It is really wierd not seeing you anymore. Everytime i see your house come up on the caller i.d. i pray that i will answer and that you will be on the phone asking to talk to my parents. Even though you are gone everyone is always thinking and talking about how great you were and how much we miss you. I'm going to your house tomorrow for the big 13th birthday party. I will again think that i'm gunna see you when i get there. The worst part about it is that I kno I wont. I love you and miss you!

Your other daughter

March 20, 2004

To The Family and Friends,
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one and partner. As a fellow officer it is a sinking feeling to find out when we lose another officer, no matter where in the country they are from. As was said by another, a little piece of us does go with him. I know words can't bring him back, they can only comfort you, and let you know that you are not alone in these trying times. Again, I am really sorry for your loss. I will say a prayer for him and your family tonight.

PO Fred Nordt Jr.
Lake Success PD, Long Island, NY

March 19, 2004

My family wishes to extend our sympathy to the family, friends, & fellow workers of Detective William Rolniak Jr. We know your loss is great as we're dealing with the death of our niece P.O. Jennifer Fettig (EOW 2/16/04). May God give you comfort during your time of grieving and give you the strength to go on. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Gail M Pabst

March 19, 2004

Hey Wal,

Having another bad day. Just wanted to say I love you and miss you. I can't stop thinking about you. You've been in my dreams alot - I wish they weren't dreams. I wake up and realize that you really are gone. I can't believe it. Ethan and Dillon talk about you alot. They say good morning and good night to you everyday. I just wish that you would talk back. I can hear your voice in my head and I keep thinking that you're really there. I know that you can hear us so we'll keep talking. Come and visit any time. You're in my heart.

Stacey
Wally's sister

March 18, 2004

to the family of william , i am so sorry for your loss, this is a very sad reminder of how dangerous this job can be ,and william will not be forgoten , when a bother officer is down a part of all of us goes with him , for he will always be our bother. if i can be of any help at any time please let me know , officer dell r hicks Rock Island police dept. rock island il

Officer dell r hicks 1175
rock island police dept

March 18, 2004

Wally,

Today I will lift a glass in your honor. And tonight pray for your loved ones.

Anonymous

March 17, 2004

well kid i raise my glass to you on st.pats day here's to you kid

Anonymous

March 16, 2004