Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Mickey it been a long time, 37 years. A cop’s cop, so young and so full of potential…. God, it’s a heart breaker to think of that night.

Last year I stopped by the Holiday Inn and said a prayer in the room it happened; I know you heard it.

Your wife Jo, daughter Michelle, your grandchildren and we old timers miss you.

Anonymous

December 28, 2010

My condolences to the family of Private William Patrick Conboy Jr. I was extremely touched by your daughter's reflection. Rest in Peace Sir!

Sgt Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

August 15, 2010

Pvt. Conboy,
On today, the 35th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Montgomery County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

December 29, 2008

You will always be "Mickey" to me. As neighborhood kids, we had fun playing baseball and riding our bicycles. It's been a long time since we talked. Our last conversation was about your entry into MCPD.

S/A Vernon L. Swint (Ret)
Friend

May 1, 2008

I remember the day it happen; being just a few miles away from the Holiday Inn the news spread quickly, like a fire in a lumber yard. That day is burned into my heart. You were just a good guy doing what he loved…. being a Policeman. You did good Mickey, we still miss you.

A friend

April 21, 2008

Officer Conboy you are gone but not forgotten, brother.

Police Officer
Montgomery County Police, Maryland

December 29, 2007

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

December 29, 2007

Thinking of you and your family this Christmas Eve.

Montgomery County Resident

December 24, 2007

"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

November 7, 2007

You are still remembered Officer Conboy

April 29, 2007

Thirty three years today but always remembered.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

December 29, 2006

What a proud family you have. Watch over your family and keep them safe. God bless you.

Boomer
Maryland

December 28, 2006

As sad as it was reading your daughter's and wife's reflections, it was so refreshing to know that even after 33 years you are not forgotten. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten by your brother and sister officers. God Bless your family always!

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

August 17, 2006

Thank you Private Conboy for your service. You have not been forgotten. It is good to read that your daughter is doing well. Continue to watch over your loved ones and brothers/sisters in blue.
God Speed.

Officer, Montg. Co.

December 29, 2005

its difficult to believe you have been gone for 32 years..i know you keep your eye on your beloved daughter and your 2 great grandsons. they would have adored you.
those that matter have not forgotten your sacrifice and they never will. this is in evidence at your gravesite, here and in our hearts

i love you
jo

jo jones
widow

December 14, 2005

You have never been forgotten by your family, friends or dept. God speed.

December 25, 2004

Please watch over us as we continue your work. God bless your family and friends.

Anonymous
Montgomery County MD Police

May 7, 2004

12/29/03
On this, the 30th anniversary of your death: I think of you with pride. You have not been forgotten!!

Tierney 1205
Montgomery County PD

December 29, 2003

How proud your family must be. Your service is remembered. Rest in peace.
On behalf of the men and women of the Virginia State Police, we extend our condolences.

Senior Trooper
Virginia State Police

December 29, 2003

My condolences to the family of Private William Patrick Conboy Jr. I was extremely touched by your daughter's reflection and hope that all of our children will remember us and be proud of us. You obviously have alot to be proud of!

To your daughter: Well done!

Be proud of him always. You served us well......RIP brother.”

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

I am Mickey's now 30 year old daughter. I leave a reflection about a man I know only by the wonderful stories told by his mother, wife, brothers and friends. I was only 3 when he was taken from me, but through the love of my family I am o.k. I also had the good fortune of being picked up by 'HEROES' so I was afforded the very best in education. Mickey has 2 beautiful Grandsons now, as well as 6 nephews, 2 nieces and 2 great nephews, which I know he is looking over and is proud of! I miss you Daddy!

Michelle Conboy Soucy - his daughter
family:)