Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Pryor,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Montgomery. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 22, 2020

I visited your grave site today. Not a day goes by that I'm not reminded of how great of a person you were. Everyone you have ever encountered speaks of you in such a manner that makes me wish I could sit and converse with you. Wishful thinking I know ... May you continue to watch over the family and rest in peace .

KHADIJAH Emon PRYOR
Niece

March 18, 2019

Rest in peace my brother. Thank you for your service.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
NYPD (retired)

January 22, 2018

Again, another inconsiderate or inattentive motorist that kills many of us while we are performing our duties. Even with lights and sirens occurrences like this happens too often. Rest in Peace my Brother, you did your time on Earth, and will be continued to be held in God's hands. Watch over your loving family and us.

N.Y.P.D. Lt. Ray Flores (Ret.)

January 22, 2017

5 months after you passed away I was born I never knew you but seems as if you you died an honorable death and being that you are my father I honor you every year at the banquet for the fallen officers I would say the closest i have ever been to you is looking at the sky at night looking at the brightest star as a child my mom said that it was you watching over me from heaven, iv,e grown into a young man and am now finishing my freshman year of college and i am thankful for the life you have helped bless me with may you forever rest in peace.

William Henry Pryor
Son

April 3, 2014

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never dimishes respect and you will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

January 22, 2012

My memory of you is vague, but I am constantly hearing stories of you from my mama, granny, and other family members. Although you no longer with us, you are very much so remembered. Rest in Peace.

Khadijah Pryor
niece

November 29, 2011

the young lady from troy,alabama your are still in my heart, what we shared was special. the gentleness the smile forever love.

Anonymous

March 9, 2011

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over them. You have not been forgotten.

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

January 22, 2010

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

January 16, 2008

I remember your easy smile, quiet calm manner. The love and pride in your children, your job and your friends. So often we take for granted those who touch our lives until it is too late. Thank you Henry for your advice, encouragement and sacrifice. Thank You God for allowing me the privilage of calling him friend.

Denise
friend

January 2, 2008

I recall the times on 3rd shift and still remember the courtesy you always showed to the unfriendly. You my brother are truly missed, keep a watch over us down here and may your love ones know that heaven has gained a good officer.

Special Investigator John
State of Alabama former MDP Detective

December 21, 2007

you were a good friend to me while you was here you will always be my best friend and we will hang out again soon one day

will heathcote
bats security and friend

December 9, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

November 13, 2007

I REMEMBER OFFICER Pryor he use to patrol on woodley rd where i lived as a youth he encouraged me while holding a conversation about his police motorcycle and my motorcycle to do something positive with my life and i told him about me thinking about joining the military he said it would be a good idea and now here i am i joined in oct 95 and have served every since thanks officer pryor may we meet again someday you will be forever held up in prayer.........
SSG GIBSON
HHC 115TH BSB
1CD,APO AE 09378

SSG WALTER GIBSON
U.S. ARMY

August 22, 2007

YOU ARE REMEMBERED.

Jessica Buce
Wife of MPD Officer

May 7, 2007

During this anniversary week of his death, we pause to honor the memory of one of our own, Officer Willie Pryor, and to acknowledge his ultimate sacrifice.

Our thoughts and prayers continue go out to all of his surviving family members. May God comfort and keep each of you.

He is missed dearly and will never be forgotten.

Major D.W. Warren
Montgomery, AL - Police Department

January 24, 2007

Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.

Motor Officer Danny Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

January 22, 2007

Rest in Peace, Officer Pryor. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

October 30, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers have been with the Pryor families. It's hard to believe it's already been 11+yrs since Willie was taken from us in the tragic accident. He is still missed deeply.

May God comfort and keep you all.

Major D.W. Warren
Montgomery P.D.

October 24, 2006

I only knew you brief before you were gone forever. From time to time, I reflect on our days as student at Trenholm State Technical College and the very interesting conversations that took place. I will never forget you and I feel very proud to have known you. Rest In Peace.

Cynthia
Trenholm State Tech. (Student)

October 6, 2006

It has been 11 years since your death and just wanted to stop by and let you know you have not been forgotten by those you served and worked with.

January 22, 2006

Willie, Where's your picture my Brother?
Semper Fi soldier! You did a good job.
I.D.#451

Former Corporal
Formerly Mpd

September 28, 2005

Rest easy, Henry. You will always be a motorman. Enjoy the ride. We'll never forget you.

Lt. L.P. Walker, Jr.
Montgomery Police Department

June 9, 2005

Rest easy, hero. No servant of the people is without reflection. Thank you for your service, motorman. God bless and may those you left behind know that they are not alone in sorrow.

M. Moore

January 22, 2004