Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Sgt. Biggs and members of the Kirkwood Police Department in this difficult time. Godspeed Brother!

Mark Schilli
DEA-St.Louis

February 8, 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

February 8, 2008

You both served your community with honor. Rest in peace.

Sgt. Mike Toedebusch
O'Fallon, MO PD

February 8, 2008

My heart goes out to the Biggs Family. Words can not even explain how horrible I feel for all the families that have lost a loved one in this horrible incident. May God and Sgt. Mac take them in their arms and give them a warm welcome. May God watch over all of us as we all go through another horrible time in our life. Rest in Peace my brother, Rest in Peace. You are a HERO!

Aimee Brand
KWPD Officers Tim Brand's Wife

February 8, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with this department and this officer's family. What a blow to the tight knit Kirkwood Community. We know these two officers were reunited with Sgt. McEntee in heaven. Thank you for your service Sgt. Biggs. Rest in peace.

Police Wife
Ellisville, MO

February 8, 2008

God bless you and your family.

Denver P.D.

February 8, 2008

Thank you for your service, and your sacrifice. Godspeed.

officer mike mainieri

February 8, 2008

Another tragic and senseless loss.I pray that our Lord comforts your family and friends during this difficult time. May our Savior watch over your spirit and guide you into everlasting peace. Rest now my freind, you've earned it.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

February 8, 2008

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant William Biggs. Rest in Peace Brother, We now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, Central New York

February 8, 2008

sgt. biggs you where a great police men and did your job well rest in peace.

civilian

February 8, 2008

My prayers and sympathy go out to the family of these fallen heroes. This truly is a sign of chaotic and criminals who do not live by the rule of law and therefore
cause anarchy among the population killing and acting out random acts of violence in a society that has changed from that of civility to an absence of stability and civility.
God bless our men in blue who risk their lives ea day for me and for you! Rest in eternal peace among those who have gone before you. Thanks for your service. M.Hood

Margaret S. Hood
Citizens Watch

February 8, 2008

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

February 8, 2008

I will be with sadden heart praying for Sergeant Biggs's family, friends, and co-workers in this tragic and sad time. Mr. Biggs is a true hero and I will honor him as I honor all in this tough field of work. Your brothers in blue will take over the watch. Battery!!! Attention!!! we salute you Sergeant Biggs. May you patrol the heavenly skies. Rest in peace sir....

Lt Joseph Panko
Security Supervisor

February 8, 2008

Rest in Peace Sergeant Biggs. You have fought the long fight and now it is time to rest, Know that your brothers in arms will take the fight from here. Our thoughts and prayes go out to your Family, Friends and Co-Worker. You will not be forgotten. Gods speed Sergeant.

Deputy Sheriff/ Mike Reuter
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (MO)

February 8, 2008

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

February 8, 2008

The Vinita Park Police Department extend our condolences to the Famlies, Co-Workers and Friends of Sgt Biggs. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

Lt. Rick Fairman
Vinita Park Police Department

February 8, 2008

During a tragic time like this there are no words to stop or ease the pain felt by the family or friends. We have lived through this and trying to make sense of the reason why it happened. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and officers who mourn the loss. Knowing Officer Biggs is in a better place with no pain or suffering is the most comforting thought we can express now. Just remember, not only do you mourn the loss, but the entire area mourns your loss and shares your pain. Rest in peace with the other heroes that have left this earth before you.

Earl and Diane Chambers
Jeremy Chambers EOW 4/26/06

Earl & Diane Chambers
Cahokia PD retired

February 8, 2008

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Biggs, we have the watch...



”I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.”
---Isaiah 6:8

You answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest easy in God's kingdom and watch over us as we continue the battle here on earth!!!

Officer
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

February 8, 2008

On behalf of myself and the St. Louis City Police Explorers I would like to say that I didn't really know Sergeant Biggs but I'm sure he was a very good person. But in my mind and heart all police officers are well respected and dedicated to what they do. And as myself and other explorers say: As a police officer falls we fall with them, as they bleed we bleed with them, and we will always stick together. So my praises and condolences goes out to the Biggs family to remind them that Sergeant Biggs is gone but he is home in a safe place and he will never be forgotton

Amen,

Captain Louis A. Chatman, Jr
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Explorers Post 9269

February 8, 2008

Bill-
My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. You will be missed by many.

Crystal Marshall
Kirkwood Dispatcher in 1993 (DSN 263)

February 8, 2008

Another Officer has fallen, Lord, You must have had a very special reason for needing him now, which is unknown to us. Sergeant Biggs is now standing his watch in Your Kingdom. He watches and now protects ALL of us. God bless you Sergeant Biggs, and thank you for all your time of service and God bless your family for allowing you to serve. Dear Lord take care of him, for he is special and you now have another fine Officer.

Inv. Carl Rockefeller
Richmond VA DSS Fraud Unit

February 8, 2008

Thank you for your service. God bless.

Officer
Georgia

February 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Wanda Ryan, Reserve Deputy
Reeves County SO, Texas

February 8, 2008

I'm very sorry for your loss.
Susie of Barling, Arkansas.

Susie Cross
Sister of Police Officer

February 8, 2008

To my brother's Bill and Tom. You will forever be missed. It is hard to go through this again, but we will try to be strong. I am having a hard time trying to deal with your loss. Just when we thought we could try and put Sgt McEntee's death behind us, we were again knocked down again. There are no words that can express our feelings for you, but remember you two are HEROS and we will never forget you. To both the Biggs and Ballman family's you are in our hearts and am am praying for you. Remeber to look for Sgt McEntee he will show the way. God Speed, Love PO Brand 303

PO Brand 303
Kirkwood Police

February 8, 2008