Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Prayers and condolances go out to Deputy Howell's family. May you feel the strength that comes from the love of family and friends at this terrible time in your life. And may you sense the concern that we are feeling for you at this time. God Bless!

Sgt. Dennis Knight, Retired
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

May 3, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

RIP Deputy Howell....

Wife of LEO
Marion County, TX

May 3, 2008

What a tragedy to lose another officer and killed by someone who didn't give a thought to the respect of life. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who knew Deputy Howell Jr. in the days of darkness and pain.
A Part Of America Died,

Somebody killed a policeman today,
And part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
And spend many long lonely nights.
The beat he walked was a battle field too
just as if he had gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
In your town or mine,
While we slept in comfort behind locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And stands at each new rookies' side.
He answered the call,of himself and gave his all,
And a part of America died.
*anonymous*
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson
Canon Internet Radio

May 3, 2008

My sympathies to Deputy Howell's family, friends, and co-workers as they grieve their loved one. Sadly, South Carolina has lost another law enforcement hero. God bless.

Kris Rao Haimbach
Surviving Sibling of SCHP Sr.Tpr. Mike Rao E.O.W. 6/12/02

May 3, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family friends and coworkers of Deputy Howell.

Reserved Deputy Jessica Roberts
Aiken County Sheriffs Office

May 3, 2008

"People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf" - George Orwell.

Domestics and traffic stops - the two most dangerous calls an officer responds to. Deputy Howell died protecting and serving. He will be remembered.

May the Lord Jesus accept William into his loving arms with the grace and mercy only He has the power to give. May He also bless the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Howell with the comfort that he is in a better place.

Metra Police Department

May 3, 2008

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

May 3, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother. You certainly gave your best. We are proud you are one of us and thank you for your service and dedication to duty. God's Blessing and comforting presence be with your loved ones.

Bob Johnson U.S. Marshal's (Ret'd)
Blue Knights XVIII

May 3, 2008

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

May 3, 2008

Rest in peace sir, you are a hero and will not be forgotten by the thin blue line. Our prayers go out to you, your family, and your dept. Thank you for your service to the nation and your community.

ofc. Charles Robson (ret)
ORMOND BEACH POLICE DEPT.

May 3, 2008

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

May 3, 2008

Rest in peace brother, you now patol the streets of heaven with St. Michael. May God comfort your family and fellow Deputies.

Sgt Kevin McGowan
Charleston (sc) Police/ FOP #5

Sgt Kevin McGowan
Charleston Police/FOP #5

May 3, 2008

The officers of the Beckley Police Dept. offer our deepest condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Dept. Deputy Howell died trying to make a diffrence in the community that he served and we salute him as a true hero. May God bless him and his loved ones and to the Orangeburg County Sheriff's Dept. you are in our prayers!

Cpl. David J. Bailey
Beckley Police Department, Beckley WV

May 3, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this tragic time! Thank you so much for your service and ultimate sacrafice. You will never be forgotten!

Jennifer
Sister in law to John Miller CHP EOW 11-16-07

May 3, 2008

My family would like to send our concolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff William Howell Jr~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God bless you & rest in peace, Deputy Sheriff Howell Jr!

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen Michigan P.O. eow 2004

May 3, 2008

God bless you, Deputy Howell. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Ofc. James E. Johnson
SC Department of Juvenile Justice

May 3, 2008

MAY GOD KEEP A HEALING HAND ON YOUR FAMILY AND ALL OF YOUR CO-WORKERS DURING THIS TRYING TIME. I HAVE BEEN IN THIS LINE OF WORK NOW FOR ALMOST 8 YRS AND I HAVE BEEN TO 4 POLICE FUNERALS. THEY HAVE GOT TO BE THE HARDEST THINGS TO ATTEND, BUT WE MUST SUCK UP OUR GRIEF AND HAVE THE MEMORIES OF THE PAST AND PRESS ON. YOU WILL BE MISSED, THANKS FOR THE LINE OF WORK YOU DEDICATED YOUR LIFE TO.

Deputy A.S. Russell
Greenville Co. SO ,SC

May 3, 2008

My condolences and prayers to your wife and children and your family and friends and to your Police Family. I am so so sorry for this tragedy. We here in Philadelphia lost a Police Officer today also. Officer Howell you will never be forgotten and will be in my prayers. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifices you gave in protecting the people of South Carolina. God Bless you as you sleep in God's Love and in His Arms
Respectfully
Kathi Halligan Phila PA wife and mom of LEO'S

kathi Halligan
Philadelphia PA

May 3, 2008

OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COWORKERS OF DEPUTY HOWELL. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU DURING THIS TRAGIC EVENT IN YOUR LIVES. MAY HE BLESS YOU WITH HIS COMFORT, LOVE AND PEACE. TO MY FALLEN BROTHER, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

May 3, 2008

We would like to send our deepest regards and warmest condolences to the family, friends and department of Deputy William Howell, Jr. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Wives Behind The Badge
Members & Staff

May 3, 2008

God bless you and your family.

Detective
Cranford Police Dept (NJ)

May 3, 2008

Thankyou for your service and sacrifice, you are a true hero for us all to look up too. GOD bless your family.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

May 3, 2008

Thank you Sir for your service and sacrifice. May you be with God and God be with your family. Rest easy, Sir.

Cadet Jackson

May 3, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

Deputy Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

May 3, 2008

Thank you for always being there when you were needed.May you rest in peace now your earthly service is complete and may The Lord comfort and strenthen your loved ones as the journey on without your physical presence. G-d bless you and them

May 3, 2008