Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Bill we remember your name. Even in darkness you held the flame, your honor lives on. In our hearts you’re never gone. The city mourns but stays strong in our hearts you still belong. Justice was your guiding star you’ll keep shining from afar.

Julien O’Hearn
Citizen

June 29, 2024

God bless you and your family, Officer Jeffrey. <><

Deputy T.
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept.

February 27, 2022

R.I.P

Sergeant (RET.) J O
NYPD

February 2, 2022

I cannot get over what happened. It’s the worst recent terror in my life. That morning. Please pray for me. Your Pasadenian neighbor who made it good in Houston. Who after the Thunder Rolls one stormy night with my babies or maybe pregnant with a baby. Maybe the Alley Cat Theatre directors murderers passed me. After Tommy Lee Lot The day after Mike Edger said I am Dustins father. I moved to Huntington. To my family farm. The best hasn’t ever been in here

Marilyn Jean Williams
Texas Real Estate Salesman

December 1, 2021

Rest in peace Senior Police Officer William Jeffrey and thank you for your service.

CBP Officer(retired), Luis R Otero
DHS/Bureau Of Customs And Border Protection

November 2, 2021

Jesus, the Great Physician, the loss of life of one of our police officers is so very painful and devastating to endure. It can ravage a community for such a long time. I ask that You come and dwell in our midst. Let Your holy word be a healing balm that soothes our wounds and allows us to heal from the loss of this police officer. Help us to learn from his/her selfless example of dedication and devotion to protecting us. Let our memories of him/her not be ones of sadness for their loss, but of celebration of a life lived in the image of You. Condolences to your family and friends. God Speed my Brother. We'll take it from here. Amen.

Sergeant Victor Arceneaux
Houston Metro Police

October 18, 2021

"Forged by the Sea"

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

October 18, 2021

Senior Officer Jeffrey,

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD

October 17, 2021

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

October 4, 2021

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Jeffrey.
Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Houston Police Department.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

October 1, 2021

Bill was a true warrior. Bill’s memory will live on with many Houston Police Officers who had the privilege of working with him as I did. Bill was the thin blue line that stands strong against evil. Anyone who worked with Bill was proud to have him by their side knowing there was no better backup. Bill was a courageous man who ultimately gave it all. It is an honor to have worn the same uniform. Rest In Peace.

Sgt. Mike Scott, Houston Police (Ret.)
Houston Police Department

September 30, 2021

It was an honor serving with a cop like you on Houston Police, especially with South Central Patrol. You are a cop's cop, and you will be missed.

RIP Bro...We Got The Watch.

SGT Mike Thiac
HPD (Retired)

September 26, 2021

On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Senior Police Officer William Jeffrey and the extended law enforcement family of the Houston Police Department, Texas.


End of Watch Monday, September 20, 2021


Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

September 26, 2021

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time....

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

September 25, 2021

Officer Jeffrey, there is much evil in this world and you put your life in danger each and every day of your dedicated selfless service that your community may live in safety. Your reward in heaven will be abundant. May God immerse you and your loved ones in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

September 25, 2021

PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND OUR FAMILY OF BLUE
ANOTHER OFFICER TAKEN TO SOON. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF YOUR COMMUNITY. REST IN GODS ARMS

MOTHER OF A DALLAS POLICEWOMAN LINDA KE
None

September 24, 2021

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Jeffrey and the Houston Police Department during this time. Thank you, Officer Jeffrey, for your service.

National Police Wives Association

September 24, 2021

Senior Police Officer William Jeffrey, thank you for your nearly 31 years of service to the Houston Police Department. To William's family, friends and co-workers, I am deeply sorry for your loss. God will watch over him.

Reserve Deputy Brian Jacobsen
Mahaska County Iowa Sheriff’s Office

September 23, 2021

Thank you for serving the citizens of Houston and ultimately paying the ultimate sacrifice. All your brothers and sisters with HPD will miss you, rest in love brother.

Sergeant Jo Anna Green
Houston Police Department Solo Motorcycles

September 23, 2021

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.
Author Unknown

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

September 23, 2021

I am saddened to hear of Officer Jeffrey. You all serve us never knowing how much you might give. Thank you, Officer Jeffrey, for your service. Rest in peace.

Administration for Four Oaks NC 2000-07.
friend of Lois Gibson

September 23, 2021

Our heros live on forever in our hearts and minds. Thank you so much for your sacrifice.

Linda Fernau
Just a person who cares

September 23, 2021

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"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 whose 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

Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

September 22, 2021

I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of Senior Police Officer William Jeffrey. I am truly sorry for your loss. The service and sacrifice of Officer Jeffrey will not be forgotten. I am praying for your comfort and peace.

Deborah C.
Wife, Mother, Aunt of LEOs
Maryland

September 22, 2021

I knew Bill, he was a friend. He was also a great cop who cared about his community, as well as a husband, father, and grandfather. I’m going to miss our infrequent phone calls and frequent texts just to see how we were fairing. Godspeed, Brother. I’ll see you someday.

Kenneth A Ruland, Inv (Ret)
NYSP

September 22, 2021