Trooper Billy M. Langham Mississippi Department of Public Safety - Highway Patrol Mississippi Thursday, December 31, 1981  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Mamaw talked often about you with much pride and love. Thank you for your service.
Elaine (Thomas' daughter)

Elaine Worsham
Neice
2008-03-07

My father (Trooper Kent Bounds) was good friends with Trooper Langham, and I remember Trooper Langham well.
I always looked up to him, and I though that he was the toughest trooper out there.
I also remember that he always had a smile on his face and made time to talk me.

Trooper Langham was a big influence on me and he will never be forgotten

Heath Bounds, Sergeant
Houston Police Dept/Friend
2008-03-03

Uncle Billy,

I can't believe that it has been 26 years since you were taken from us. I was 18 years old when I heard the heartbreaking news. I still think about you and talk about you. One of the things that so much stand out in my memory about you was that you were always so upbeat and happy! You were such a handsome man, and in my "young" mind, you reminded me of Elvis Presley. I'm not sure if it was your guitar playing, your singing, the way you spoke, or your looks-- nevertheless, you had that "Elvis" way! We still miss you!

With love,
Lori D'Agostino-Both

Lori D'Agostino-Both
Niece
2008-01-05

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this anniversary.

Former N.H. Police Officer
Fauquier County, VA
2007-12-31

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, N H
2007-12-28

"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
2007-12-03

25 years have not made me forget what a friend he was.
Barbie and Buddy...Your dad was a REAL Man. I'm sorry that you both had to endure so much at such a young age. I'll never forget him or the two of you and how much he used to talk about you. You Both were the apple of his eye and don't ever doubt that.

D.E.Waldrop
X J43

Partner- x MHP
2007-07-09

DADDY WE THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY. YOU ARE LOVED AND MISSED AS MUCH TODAY AS THE DAY YOU LEFT. WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU AND WE THINK YOU WOULD BE PROUD OF US!!! WE KNOW YOU ARE IN HEAVEN GUIDING US AND MOST ESPECIALLY ALL LAW ENFORCEMENT. THANK YOU DADDY FOR EVERYTHING!! WE LOVE YOU.

BARBIE LANGHAM-DIAMOND
DAUGHTER
2007-05-09

I did not ever meet you, but i was very close to your family and they were great people. In 1985 i went to work for the Simpson Co sheriffs Dept, and i was led in that direction because you and your wonderful daughter, i have no regrets. Thanks for sending me in the right direction. Rest in peace J-52

anonymous

2007-01-20

i miss you more than words can say, you have 4 granchildren now! buddy and i, and mama are doing fine as is the rest of your family! rest in peace daddy, for we are still fighting for ours!!

BARBIE LANGHAM-DIAMOND
Daughter
2006-10-24

Trooper Billy Langham is my uncle. I was only about 10 years old when he was killed but my memory of him is still fresh. He was a loving and kind man that had a wonderful sense of humor and a love for life. The senselessness that took him from us was unnecessary and most if not all of those men are out on the streets now. My uncle is gone but will be remembered in our hearts forever.

niece
2006-09-07

Trooper Langham,

My father was a State Trooper, and your incident was talked about when I was a child. The Troopers were very proud of you. You were very respected. I understand you were very strong, and the other Troopers admired you. Thank you for your service. I salute you, and God bless you.

Agent Brandon Ladner
Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics
2006-08-31

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
Collins Fire Dept.
2006-03-25

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
Collins Fire Dept.
2006-03-25

Rest easy Trooper Langham, you will never be forgotten.

M. Tullos
Raleigh Police Department
2005-03-26

Rest easy troop ,you served the state well.

Ms state trooper

2004-03-11

May the goodness of our God continue to bless the family and friends of this fallen hero. JANUARY 12, 2004

concerned citizen
2004-01-12

I too was a child when Trooper Langham was killed. My grandparents have lived near Collins their whole lives. I have driven past the memorial more times than I can count. I remember asking my grandfather about it. He would recount the tragedy every time I would ask. I can tell all, Trooper Langham is still remembered today. People in the community speak of him with great reverence. I am now a Federal Agent, and think of Trooper Langham every time I go to Collins.

J. Harvey
United States Border Patrol

I was just a small boy when this tragic event took place, though I remember it like it was yesterday. Trooper Langham was a hero to me by just being in law enforcement. It then became my dream and ambition to become a law enforcement agent. His death only encourged me more, because it made me want to go out and try to bring these senseless deaths to a halt. I lived just 1 1/2 miles from where the murder took place and today there is a memorial at the place where the crime was committed. Trooper Langham's story was then told on Real stories of the Highway Patrol in 1997. May you rest in peace TROOPER LANGHAM, you are my hero. God bless your family. 11/21/02

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