Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Psalm 23 ("The Lord is My Shepherd")



The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.


Deepest Sympathy to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Billy Ray Grimsley ....

theresa melody
someone who cares

March 2, 2013

Deputy Sheriff Grimsley,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Portsmouth County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 26, 2013

Rest In Peace Deputy Grimsley. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Portsmouth Sheriff's Office.

Scott Horne U.S. Postal Inspector
U.S. Postal Inspection Service

February 25, 2013

Rest In Peace....

John Ruth, AEMD Comm Specialist
MOMR, Farmers Branch, TX

February 24, 2013

Thank you for your service and for making the ultimate sacrifice sir. Your service and honor will never be forgotten. My heart and prayers go out to your family, LEO family, and community.
RIP Brother

Former LEO/Firefighter - Shan Williams
FSVFD - Tx

February 22, 2013

My thoughts are with the family, friends and co-workers of this brave officer. God bless you and keep you sir. Rest easy

Former officer, Jim Mangum
NC DOC

February 18, 2013

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Deputy Sheriff Billy Ray Grimsley and the Portsmouth Sheriff's Office during this time. Thank you, Deputy Grimsley, for your service.

National Police Wives Association
Staff

February 18, 2013

Thoughts & Prayers from your colleagues across the pond in Staffordshire, England.

The Policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining as brightly as his brass.
“Step forward now, officer. How shall I deal with You?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my Church have you been true?”
The officer squared his shoulders and said,
“No, Lord, I guess I ain’t.
Cause those of us who carry badges can’t always be a saint.
But I never took a penny that wasn’t mine to keep,
Though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help, though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me, I wept unmanly tears.
I know I don’t deserve a place among the people here.
They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you’ve a place for me here, Lord, it needn’t be so grand.
I’ve never expected or had too much.
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.”
There was silence all around the throne where the saints had often trod.
As the officer waited quietly for the answer of his God.
“Step forward now, Officer, you’ve borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven’s Streets. You’ve done your time in Hell.”

Rip Brother. Rest easy knowing that your colleagues will continue your good work and attempt to keep you alive in the way they do the job.

PC Dave Stubbs
Staffordshire Police, United Kingdom

February 18, 2013

To all of Billys family...expecially Robin. I know I haven't seen or heard from all of you for almost 40 years. But my sister and I (Pat and Kim Talley) used to go to church with Billy in Academy Park in our teenage years. And yes, he was one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. Robin...my heart goes out to you...I used to sit next to you in 11th grade Biology class at Cradock HS. You and Billy took in my little dog, Mr. Big Stuff. Wonderful memories from those days. I am so sorry for all the heartache you and your family are going thru.

Patricia Talley Ledet
friend from teenage years

February 17, 2013

Robin and your family...so sorry to hear of Billys passing. I know I haven't heard from any of you for 35 or so years. But I used to go to church with Billy in Academy Park. I also sat next to you in 11th grade at Cradock HS Biology Class. I am Pat Talley and my sister is KIm...I'm sure you will remember. You and Billy took in my little dog, Mr. Big Stuff. Wonderful memories of back then. And everyone is right....he was one of the nicest persons you would want to meet.

Patricia Talley Ledet
friend from teenage years

February 17, 2013

Bill you are gone but will never be forgotten. I am still here today due to the instruction you gave me during our many hours or dive training. I am saddened by your loss but blessed by having another angle to watch over me as I continue to explore the open ocean. Until we meet again RIP Big Bill

Firefighter/EMT-E
Norfolk Fire Rescue

February 16, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of this officer. Rest in Peace.

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan County Sheriff's Office

February 14, 2013

Rest in Peace, brother. You will not be forgotten.

anonymous
Fburg #521

February 14, 2013

I'm gonna miss your smiling face, and the hearty warm hand shake you gave me each time we rode together, or when I saw you in traffic court. You my friend will be truly missed. Rest in peace Bill.

Officer J. Princeton
Portsmouth Police Department - Traffic Unit Portsmouth, VA

February 14, 2013

RIP brother Billy.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.

Det. Bevenour
Gettysburg Police Dept

February 13, 2013

Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ron Melton, Lieutenant
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Retired

February 13, 2013

There is no way to lessen the sorrow of losing Deputy Sheriff Billy Ray Grimsley but please remember that others care very much and wish you strength and comfort. We thank Deputy Grimsley for his years of service. Our prayers are with your department and Deputy Grimsley family.

Zone Five Academy Session 54
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy

February 13, 2013

My most sincere condolences to his family and fellow officers. Thank you for your service.

Chaplain Sam Faraone
El Paso, TX PD

February 13, 2013

From one motor officer to another, ride in peace brother we have the watch now.

Deputy Sheriff
San Bernardino Sheriff's Dept., CA-Victorville City Traffic Division

February 13, 2013

God's peace and speed Deputy Grimsley. Thank you for your many years of brave, dedicated service. RIP brother.

P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago P.D.

February 12, 2013

Your work is done here on Earth - Heaven has called upon you today, leaving so many words left to say. But now it's too late, for your time has come, words unspoken; I am sure everybody has some. Regrets and wishes are probably there too, but lasting forever are memories of you.
There have been many times that we waved to each other, but we were there for each other in time of need. Now it's time for us to say Good-Bye, until we meet again in heaven to fly. Now go and Patrol the Heavens Above and Watch Below those you Love. Thank you for your service.

Retired TFC. Divta Washington
Marylad State Police

February 12, 2013

SEMPER Fi brother

Deputy Anthony F. Affa Sr #997
Portsmouth,Va Sheriff's Office

February 11, 2013

May you rest in Heavenly Peace. May your family be forever watched over and blessed. May your friends and colleagues find comfort. Please watch over us from on high. We will see you again dear Sir.
Thank you for your service. I will never forget your sacrifice or the sacrifice of your family.
Prayers for all involved.

Kristi
Surviving Daughter of Special Agent J. Robert Porter
Federal Bureau of Investigation
E.O.W. 8/9/79

February 11, 2013

God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.


Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

February 11, 2013

God Bless you Deputy Grimsley. May the good Lord above cradle you in His arms, and may you Rest in Peace my Brother in Blue. I offer my prayers and sympathies to each and every one of your family members, friends, and co-workers. Rest easy Sir.

Chris Walley
Former Jail Officer/Deputy Wayne Co. Mississippi Sheriffs Department

February 10, 2013