Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My condolences go out to the family, friends, and fellow deputies with the Polk COunty Sheriff's Office. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I met Matt and Diogi a few years ago after assisting with the hurricanes, and it was truely an honor. Law Enforcement everywhere has suffered a tremendous loss. God speed my brother.

Deputy William R. Patten
Alachua County Sheriff's Office, FL

September 28, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Deputy Williams and his K9 partner Diogi. To the men and women of the Polk County Sheriff's Office, we feel your pain and loss. Having lost Sgt. Kevin Kight on March 27, 2005 in the line of duty, we know what you are going through. Deputy Williams and his K9 may have been lost, but they will never be forgotten.

Chief Robert Harding
Panama City Beach P.D., Florida

September 28, 2006

Get em'...

Concerned
Civilian

September 28, 2006

Dear Matt, You and your K-9 partner made the ultimate sacrifice in serving and protecting us. Your commitment to us will never be forgotten. Althoug you are no longer in our presence you continue to live within all of us. We shall honor your commitment by following throug with your mission. Till we meet again brother, see you in heaven.

Glen Meyer
Citizen

September 28, 2006

To Deputy Matt. Williams,
Your ultimate sacrifice is appreciated by all in law enforcement as we press this fight against the evils that threaten to harm our families and our way of life. To your family, my deepest sympathies and codolences in your time of grief but rest assured that Matt is gone but will never be forgotten. Know this, that our continued fight will persist, as a wise man once said; " THE ONLY THING FOR EVIL TO PREVAIL IS FOR GOOD MEN TO DO NOTHING!" Matt, you rest now brother, your journey is now complete, we will take it from here....RIP.

Deputy K. Darensbourg
East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriffs Ofc.

September 28, 2006

Rest in peace Deputy. You and your K-9 will forever be remembered for your bravery. Justice will be served, your brothers in blue will make sure of that.

PD wife

PD wife

September 28, 2006

MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND THE MEMBERS OF THE POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE. PLEASE WATCH OVER US. GOD BLESS YOU.

DET TONY BRISINTE
ORANGE CO SO, ORLANDO

September 28, 2006

To the family of Deputy Matt Williams,

Matt's sacrifice will never be forgotten. His memory and that of his partner, "Diogi" will remain with all of us for eternity. I feel your pain...You are not alone.

Brother of KCSO Deputy Mark W. Brown
EOW 02/27/1999

Detective Mike Brown
King County Sheriff's Office Seattle

September 28, 2006

Matt,

Rest in peace brother, we got the watch from here. You will be sorely missed at the Honor Guard meetings, and at work. Words can not express what ran through my mind when I found out you had passed on from this world, into the next to guard the streets of Heaven with Diogi. Take care, we got it from here, and we'll bring the guy who done this to justice.

God Speed.

D/S J.B.
Polk County Sheriff's Office

September 28, 2006

Matt, there are NO words that can express how I feel right now. I was just joking with you yesterday, and waiting for you to start up your K-9 classes for my grand-dog. You always had a smile on your face and happy. All i can hope for is justice in finding the suspect. May God be with your wife and children in this time of need. You know your extended family will take care of them. You are now a blue angel, go walk the streets of heaven and I know you and diogi will always look down on the rest of us! I will miss your little cdpd notes back n forth as we were always asking each other if we're smiling :) You are now 10-42 rest in peace my friend and I'll never forget you or diogi!

Diane Dodge
Polk County Sheriff's Office Bartow FL

September 28, 2006

I would like to express to the family the deep sorrow I feel for your loss. Thank you for allowing your father and your husband to serve the public. I do not know DS Williams but he was a brother LEO.

Detective B Watson
Winter Park Police Department

September 28, 2006

I never knew Deputy Williams, but I would like to express my deep, deep sorrow at his passing. My prayers go out for his family, and friends. I know nothing will ease the pain right now, but I leave these words in hope and faith and blessing.



VANISHING HEROES

They rose above,
They went beyond,
The empyrean to claim,
And left behind,
Our grieving kind,
And requiem’s refrain.

Amongst the forlorn stars,
A guiding light is seen,
Therein the heady heights,
For was their quest,
To give their best,
Through this their final flight.

Now a hollow feeling,
Creeps into the souls of men,
A deep and dark despair,
The night seems long,
But we are strong,
One day we’ll meet them there.

Still, we weeping mourn,
Death’s gaping tragedy,
Hearts and heads bent low,
Yet, more tragic still,
That man would kill,
For hatreds’ blood will flow.

Now man should pray,
To also rise above,
For the inner man’s the foe,
We should, as they,
Our light display,
And be someone’s hero.

.
By
Rachel White Ellis

To a true hero who died protecting his fellowman.

September 28, 2006

Dear Matt:
Once again, and all too often, I find myself writing a reflection to a fallen brother. You served with pride, dedication and honor. Now as you patrol the streets of Heaven, smile down on those of us still, knowing the suspect will NEVER know peace...until he is caught. AND THE JUSTICE BE SERVED. Smile down on us, knowing you will not be allowed to be forgotten, for you are one of America's heroes.
May Almighty God ease the pain of your family's suffering, may He bless you, your family, police officer everywhere in the United States, and God Bless America. Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your honor. Amen

Detective Ron Tomassi
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office

September 28, 2006

Rest in peace, brother.

Deputy
El Paso County SO-Colorado Springs, CO

September 28, 2006

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION, SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND DEPARTMENT. MAY YOUR K-9 OFFICER REST IN PEACE AS WELL. HE BRAVELY GAVE HIS LIFE PROTECTING AND SERVING AS WELL.

Deputy Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office (Va.)

September 28, 2006

Thank you for your courageous service. You are a true American hero for laying down your life for others. When my children tell me thier hero is some celebrity I teach them of people like you. Watch over us now from heaven as we, your Law Enforcement family, will watch over your family until you are together again. Your name will forever be spoken with honor!

Sergeant J. O'Toole
Louisville Metro Police, Kentucky

September 28, 2006

Here at the Canon City Internet Radio we send our deepest sympathies and all of our prayers to the family, loved ones, friends and all of the sisters and brothers who wear the badge of law enforcement.
"A Part Of America Died",
Somebody killed a policeman today,
And part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
And spend many long lonely nights.
The beat he walked was a battle field too
just as if he had gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
In your town or mine,
While we slept in comfort behind locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And stands at each new rookies' side.
He answered the call,of himself and gave his all,
And a part of America died.
*anonymous*
And we never,ever forget the unsung heroes our K-9 Units
"Called To Give My All"
I am a deputy in a canine crew.
I've been trained to see it through.
When danger's near my ears perk up,
they taught me that as a little pup.
I'm often there to protect your rights,
my presence sometimes hinders fights.
I never attack with thought to kill,
when subduing one, my job I fill.
I never worry a single thought,
as to how I'll fare at a certain spot.
The love I have for a handler's care,
is all I need, each day to fare.
And if some day my luck turns bad,
I'll relish all the joys I've had.
To be with men who stand for good,
in a special kind of brotherhood.
The story's end by now you know,
of how I tried for a better show.
I did my best,
though I did fall,
when I was called and gave my all.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
Canon City Internet Radio
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
The Canon City Internet Radio (The Chauffeur Internet Radio)

September 28, 2006

To my brothers and sister at the Polk Co. So. And Deputy Williams' family. You are in our prayers and thoughts. May Deputy Williams rest in peace. Watch over us as we patrol the streets.

Sgt. Dave Argenti
Broward Sheriff's Office/Deerfield Beach District

September 28, 2006

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

September 28, 2006

Heroes get up each day,
To dress in blue,
They patrol our streets,
Watching our cities,
Keeping us safe each day.

Making a difference,
We often over look.

How many have we forgotten?

How many are gone,
Lost in the line of duty?

We wait 'til it's too late,
To acknowledge all they've done,
To give them our respect.

The least we can do,
Is give them their due,
Before we lose another,
Hero dressed in blue

Ivan Bernal
US Border Patrol Explorers & Douglas Police Department Explorers

September 28, 2006

My deepest thoughts go to your family, friends, and co-workers during this difficult time. I extend a gratious 'Thank you' for your dedicated service and for making the ultimate sacrifice. We mourn the loss of you and your K-9 partner, and hope for a speedy recovery for the other wounded deputy. I wish I could have been there for you guys today-we would have taken this man down together, or I would have fallen beside you while trying.

Salute.

P.O.-Michigan

September 28, 2006

Matt, I'm so sorry to hear the news. You and your partner are true warriors and will not be forgotton. May god bless your family and friends and keep them close to him in the days to come. Please continue to watch over your brothers and sisters as we continue your fight.

Robert Caudill & Sgt. Rico

Ptl Robert Caudill K-9

September 28, 2006

Mrs. Williams and children,
How it breaks my heart to know that another family is going through what we had to go through just last year, when they too had a manhunt to locate the person who killed my husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and don't hesitate to call upon us for anything you need. We are all family and our bond is our strength.

Deputy Ashley Koester
Widow of Lake Co. Deputy Wayne Koester Eow 02-09-06

September 28, 2006

To the family of Deputy Williams,

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one, my thoughts and prayers are with you! May God put His loving arms of comfort around your family and help all of you heal one day at a time. God bless...

Carol Parker, Mother of
L/Cpl Jonathan W. Parker
South Carolina Highway Patrol
EOW: May 16, 2005

Carol Parker

September 28, 2006

Another hero gone. Rest in Peace, Sheriff Williams. We will pray for your family and friends and fellow law enforcement officers. Kathy McEntee, sister of Sgt. Bill McEntee EOW 7/5/05

September 28, 2006