Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest In Peace always and know that your service and sacrifice are always remembered.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 29, 2020

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Rest in Peace, Sheriff Carver. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 17, 2013

We worked together when I was with the town marshal's office. The thing I remember most about Bill was his love of police work. He was a great guy and a good officer and I'm glad to hear he had so much success but grieved that it ended so soon. I met his wife a few times, though I doubt she will remember me. My condolences go out to her and his whole family.

Rudy Willis, former officer
Harrison County Sheriff's office, Town police

February 26, 2010

To Sheriff William Carver and his loved ones:

On this the eighth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Sheriff Carver. I am so humbled by your valor and courage. I also salute your service to your country as a Marine. My son Larry was your brother in green as well as blue.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Bill gave to his community and the citizens of Indiana, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 29, 2001.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

September 29, 2009

I was blessed to have known Sheriff Carver. We just called him "Bill" or "Bubba". He was truly a down to earth man who never met a stranger. I worked many times side by side with Bill as a police officer, and he was always the same never putting anyone down. He is greatly missed still today almost 8 years since his death. I am greatful to have the memories of Bill when I was an officer. He was a good officer and I still think of all the great times we had working together.

Former Police officer, R. Fessel

March 31, 2009

I worked for Bill while he was in office as Sheriff. He always had a saying "now bubba". I will never forget how much fun he was. Bill was a great guy to all who knew him! He is missed very much!

Dispatcher, Ginnie Wiseman
Harrison County Central Dispatch

December 19, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

January 9, 2008

To all the friends and family of Sheriff Carver - you are not alone during this time of mourning. I know on this day you look back and wonder, what might have been... Know that the entire law enforcement community honors him and other fallen officers by going out every night and taking up the watch.

Wife of a LEO Officer

September 29, 2007

I worked very hard to get Bill added to the ODMP, and was very happy to see it finally added, I worked with Bill while he was a LT. with the HCSO and it was a pleasure to have known him, and work with him for the short time I did.

Mark Drennen
Former Corrections Officer

October 26, 2006

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 5th anniversary of you end of watch. I know the tears still flow from their broken hearts. They will never forget you and the Blue Family will never let you be forgotten as you are a true hero and heroes never die. Keep watch over your loved ones and protect them from harm.

Bob Gordon, Father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Gold Star Father

September 28, 2006

While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Sheriff Carver.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven through his selfless service to those he swore to protect.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge, KS PD/ILEA 99-139

September 18, 2006

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
Collins Fire Dept. (Mississippi)

September 15, 2006

Sheriff Carver,
It has taken almost 5 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but for our Country as well when you served in the USMC during the Vietnam War.

R.I.P.
A fellow former Marine;LEO

Anonymous

September 15, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

September 14, 2006

SHERIFF THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR NATION.MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

GILBERT DANIEL

September 14, 2006

May you rest in Peace, Sir and may Our Lord Bless your family.

September 14, 2006

Though it's been almost five years, you are finally being recognized for the first time. Thank you for your service and dedication and may God watch over your family always.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

September 14, 2006

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

September 14, 2006

Thank you for your service.

D. Lindsey
WA resident

September 14, 2006

EVERY OFFICER NEEDS A REFLECTION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO A JOB THAT YOU CLEARLY LOVED. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW BEAT AT HEAVENS GATES. SOON IT WILL BY 5 YEARS SINCE YOUR PASSING BUT YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.

TROOPER
FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL

September 13, 2006