Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Trooper William R. Evans

Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Thursday, January 6, 1983

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Reflections for Trooper William R. Evans

Another trip around the sun. You are still in our thoughts and hearts.
Never forgotten.

Robyn Werner (Evans)
FCSO/Family

January 6, 2024

Trooper Evans,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 6, 2023

So many changes since you crossed. Through it all you are never far from our thoughts and always in our hearts.

Deputy III Robyn Werner (Evans)
FCSO

January 6, 2022

Another year has passed Uncle Billy. You're still in everyone's hearts.

Robyn Werner (Evans)
FCSO/Family

January 6, 2021

Rest in peace always Trooper knowing that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

November 25, 2020

Happy Birthday, Dad!
Please continue to watch over us and be our guiding star and Guardian Angel.
We will make you proud. ❤️

Kathy
Daughter

October 28, 2019

I remember trooper Williams he helped my mother an I at an accident when I was a small child his calm demeanor and kind words left a lasting impression. My mother has since passed but spoke often of Trooper Williams and had been sadden at his passing. I now pass on to my daughter a respect for all that law Enforcement does. Thank you Trooper Williams !!

Jb

May 14, 2019

Still in our thoughts.

R. M. Shenk - Deputy III
Frederick County Sheriff's O

January 6, 2019

Another year has passed, you are still in our thoughts.

R. M. Shenk - Deputy III
Frederick County sheriff's Office

January 6, 2018

Never forget.

Deputy III R. M. Shenk (Evans)
Frederick County Sheriff's Office

January 6, 2017

Another year has passed. It's been 33 years since you crossed. You will never be forgotten Uncle Billy. Love and miss you every day.

Deputy III R. M. Shenk (Evans)
Frederick County Sheriff's Office

January 6, 2016

Another year has passed, hard to believe 32 now. Never forgotten.

Deputy III R. M. Shenk (Evans)
Frederick County Sheriff's Office

January 6, 2015

Well shoot Uncle Billy, looks like I'm late again this year. Better late then never, right? Can't believe 31 years have passed. Thank you for your continued vigilance in watching over those who remain on the road. You are still missed.

Deputy III R. M. Shenk (Evans)
FCSO/Family

January 22, 2014

Your sacrafice is not forgotten Trooper.

Corporal
Pennsylvania State Police

January 6, 2014

I can't believe I let this anniversary slip past me. 30 years! It still seems like yesterday. You are still in my thoughts. You are missed, Uncle Billy.

Deputy III R. M. Shenk (Evans)
Frederick County Sheriff's Office/Family

January 22, 2013

Trooper Evans may you rest in peace,god bless you.

Lt J.Pease
Brentwood Police Dept

January 6, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 29th 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 who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. How nice that your family is able to honor you on this site.

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

January 6, 2012

Although another year has passed your memory remains close. You are missed by many as well as an inspiration to those that remain.

Deputy III R. M. Shenk (Evans)
Frederick County Sheriff's Office/Family

January 6, 2012

I miss you daddy. You live on in your beautiful grandchildren Kaitlyn, Tyler and Connor. you are never forgotten.

gail evans capizzi
daughter

September 13, 2011

Another year has passed Uncle Billy and you are still missed greatly.

Deputy III R. Shenk (Evans)
Frederick County Sheriff's Office

January 6, 2011

I just wanted to thank everyone who has taken the time to remember the fallen. Thank you for the reflections that have been written also.

Uncle Billy

As another year has passed the changes have been many. It's hard to believe I'm heading towards 13 years in now. Harder to believe it's been 27 years since we lost you. There have been many times I've felt you watching over me, thank you. You have always been an inspiration in my career path, I would like to think you are watching with pride.

Still missing you.
Until we walk together.

Deputy III Shenk (Evans)
Frederick County Sheriffs Office/Family

January 6, 2010

Trooper Evans,
On today, the 26th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served in the USN. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

January 6, 2009

Trooper Evans your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

April 18, 2008

"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

January 23, 2008

Here we are one year later to honor and remember you as we always will.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

January 6, 2008

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