Officer Down Memorial Page

I only remember working with Bill one time on his patrol car. I was new on the job, and I soon realized that I was working with a real good cop. We were working midnights, and he spotted a car in a out of the way place. It turned out to be a rape in progress, and I had one of my first big arrests. I have trhought of Bill often,as I am sure his other partners have also. Rest in peace Bill.

D/Sgt. Bill Pendergast (ret.)
D.P.D.
July 14, 2010

Mom joined you last month. I hope that together you will continue to watch over us. Take care of each other. Forty three years is a long time away.
Love
Paula

Paula Bell Meinke
Daughter
April 4, 2009

Detective Bell,
Today is the forty-first anniversary since you were called home. The legacy of honor and bravery you left carries on today. We thank you for your sacrifice and you will never be forgotten.

Pennsylvania citizen
August 14, 2007

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. 41 years have passed since your tragic and untimely death. May all your friends and family take comfort inthe fact that you will NEVER be forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero!

Detective Sergeant, Retired
AR
August 14, 2007

DETECTIVE BELL YOU NEVER KNEW ME BUT I AM NOW MARRIED TO YOUR GRANDSON PAUL, I JUST WANTED TO SAY HOW SAD IT MAKES ME THAT YOUR FAMILY WAS ROBBED OF THE LIFE THEY SHOULD HAVE HAD WITH YOU. BUT I KNOW THAT WHEREVER YOU ARE YOU KNOW HOW GREAT OF A PERSON YOUR PAULA TURNED OUT TO BE. SHE IS A WONDERFUL MOM, GRANDMOTHER, SISTER, DAUGHTER AND FRIEND..SO THANKYOU MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE. GRACE

GRACE ERIN LICAVOLI
August 14, 2007

Dad, here we are 41 years later. Tears flow and I miss you constantly. I am doing my best to care for mom. I know you are watching over all of us. I know you watch my husband while he's on duty. Now you can watch over your grandson who is trying to get on the department. You would be so proud of your grandchildren had you ever known them. I love you!

Paula Bell Meinke
Daughter
August 14, 2007

You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. I only wish that justice would have been served years ago reference your case. Your loved ones and the Blue Family will never let you be forgotten. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
January 9, 2007

Dad, there isn't a day that goes by that I don't say your name aloud or in my mind. Though we are nearing the 40 year mark, I miss you as much today as then. I know you are proud of my husband being an officer and making Sgt. I always tell people that you direct my life. Life is good! I love you.

Paula Bell Meinke
March 29, 2006