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Police Officer William Duross

Philadelphia Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Friday, April 15, 1960

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Reflections for Police Officer William Duross

My Dearest Dad,

Once again this day is here. Sixty- four years almost my entire life. Miss you so very much. You are a grandfather of three and great grandfather of two, Jimmy 5 and Mylah 15 months. You would have totally enjoyed them.
Love You until we meet again❤️❤️

Margie Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2024

Dear Dad,
Once again this day is here. I miss you so much. Sixty-three years is along time. You would love your grandchildren and you now have a two
great grandchildren. Jimmy (4) and Mylah ( 3 months). You were the best Dad I could have asked for, if only for a short time.
Until we meet again

Love you forever,
Margie

Margaret Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2023

My Dearest Dad,
It is exactly 62 years today since your EOW. I miss you every day . There are so many things that we missed doing together . You never got to meet your grandchildren or your great grandson Jimmy. Please keep watch over us.
Until we meet again.

Your loving daughter,
Margie

Margie Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2022

We continue to honor your beloved memory, dear Officer Duross. Your Margie & her Family carry you in their hearts. We can only pray that you and all fallen Officers across America and their Families know that we stand with all of you, in love & respect for the Heroes you were, while serving your communities and remain to this day in our memories & gratitude.

Praying that Peace will come one day, especially for the Families of every Hero held in the hearts of all who loved them. Thank you for your dedication & service.

Mary Ellen Auman
Wife & Mother of Philadelphia PD Officers

December 21, 2021

Dad,

Once again this day is upon me, I miss you so much we have missed so much together.
You EOW April 15, 1960. It is 61 years today. You are my Hero.
Until we meet again you are always in my heart.

You Loving Daughter,

Margie

Margaret Duross Hueber

Margaret R Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2021

Dear Dad,

Today is 60 years since you went to your Heavenly home, I miss you every day,
You are my Hero. One day we will see each other again. Until that day your are always in my heart.

Love You,
Your daughter

Margie

Margaret R Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Duross.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 13, 2020

Dear Dad,

Once again this day is upon me and I miss you so much. Fifty- nine years is a very long time. It
still feels like yesterday when I look at your picture. We have missed a lifetime together, your granddaughters
one who wants to follow in your footsteps and your grandson and soon you would have a great-grandson.
You are my Hero. You served your Country in World War II as a Seabee in the Pacific Theater for two years and came home and served the City of Philadelphia as a Highway Patrolman, you rode in the Thrill Show when it started until your untimely death. You gave so much. Thank You for all you have done, and I look forward to our meeting again. I Love you Dad.

Love Forever,
Margie

Margaret R Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2019

In a few more days, it will be the sad 59th year since your passing. I see your daughter Margie's face in yours. Her loving memories of you, even 'tho she was a just a little girl when you died have left a deep impression of the loving Dad you were to her & the husband you were to Doris, who is with you now in Heaven. I was honored to become friends with both of them through our shared involvement of advocacy on behalf of the Philadelphia Police Department.

Words never seem enough to try to express admiration & gratitude for the Officer you were. Hopefully, one day we will understand the heartache the families carry when a courageous Officer is struck down. Until then, we continue to hold you & your surviving Family in our hearts & prayers. Thank you for your dedicated service to the citizens of Philadelphia, dear Officer Bill Duross & also for your Military service as a member of the Seabees. We honor your beloved memory every single day as each year goes by. Rest in the peace you have earned; you are not forgotten.

Mary Ellen Auman
Wife & Mother of PPD Officers

April 11, 2019

Dear Dad,
Once again we are at the Anniversary of your death.
It has been 58 years since you left us. I miss you so much. You were the best Dad a little girl could ask for, we your family meant every to you. Until I see you again.
All my love
Margie❤️❤️❤️

Margaret Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2018

Officer Duross,
On today, the 58th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice- of just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Naval Construction Battalions during WW II as a Seabee. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Seabees-Can Do!

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

April 15, 2018

Dear Dad,

Here we are once again remembering you today. Fifty-seven years is a long time,however to me it feels like yesterday. I miss you so much. You were a loving Dad and husband, even though I only had you for seven short years, you made a major impact on my life.
Until we meet again.
EOW April 15, 1960

Your loving daughter,
Margie

Margaret Duross Hueber
daughter

April 15, 2017

In loving memory of my Dad Highway Patrol Officer William Duross
Badge # 1988

Dear Dad,

It has been 56 years since your EOW and I think of you everyday. As I write this tribute, I can remember it was this exact type of spring day.
Good Friday April 15, 1960. Sunny and the trees are starting to bloom.
You are my Hero . You have never been forgotten . Every time I see a
Highway motorcycle, I know you are saying Hi.
Until we meet again.
Love you forever,
Your daughter. Margie

Margaret Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2016

In memory of Philadelphia Highway Patrol Officer Bill Duross:

Another Christmas season begins, 55 years after your untimely death in service to the citizens of Philadelphia. We are honored to be within the circle of your family. You are held in the hearts of all of us, as every fallen Officer and their beloved Families are, across America.

God love you all & thank you for your dedicated service in Law Enforcement. Officer Duross, your Margie and her family holds you in her heart every day of her life. Your courage & love of family & friends will never be forgotten.

Mary Ellen Auman
Wife & Mother of Philadelphia Police Officers

December 1, 2015

Dear Dad,
Well today August 28th, 2015 you were honored as the
Class 372 graduated from the Philadelphia Police Academy.
I know you were watching over us today. Missed you so much so many
Memories came flooding back. I am so proud that you were honored.
You left a wonderful legacy.
Love you with all my heart
Margie

Margaret Duross Hueber
Daughter

August 28, 2015

A Hero in Heaven, always remembered and never forgotten.

Kim Weigand Mom of Sgt. Mike Weigand
PA C.O.P.S.

April 15, 2015

Dad another year has gone by, as we approach Memorial Day I am thinking of you and Uncle Butts you both served bravely in WWII as Seabees, and when you came home kept that service going in the Philadelphia Police Department.
Missing you so much.

Love,
Margie

Margie Duross Hueber
Daughter

May 21, 2014

my dad was good friends with Mr.Duross when they were overseas with the seabees.margie,i have some pictures of your dad i can email.my email [email protected]

paul gricco

April 6, 2014

Dear Dad,

Another year has passed, now it's 52 years.. Since that spring day, April 15, 1960. I miss you so much. We had very little time together. I was only 7 years old and Billy was 3 1/2. You now have your little brother Butts with you, so you can raise havoc on your wheels.
Make sure all your Highway Patrol Brothers are in a good formation. You know Mom knows the drill.
Until we meet again Dad. I love you .
Your loving Daughter
Margie

Margaret Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 22, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 52nd 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 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.

I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace today. Thanks to your daughter for sharing her memories and devotion to you through her reflections.

Rest In Peace.

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

April 16, 2012

Gone too soon but never forgotten...Love you Bill.

Rosemary Winslow
Cousin

December 7, 2011

Dad,

Always remembering you. Miss you so much. It is 51 years since your EOW, but to me it feels like yesterday.

Love you Always,
Margie

Margaret Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 18, 2011

My Dearest Dad,
You have been gone from my life 50 years today. I was only
seven, but I knew the light went out of my life.. I miss you so much. I could not ask for a better Dad then you, if
only for seven short years.
Until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
You are my Guardian Angel.

Your loving Daughter,
Margie
April 15,2010

Margaret Duross Hueber
Daughter

April 15, 2010

Dad,

You are always in my heart. My hero until we meet again.

Your Loving Daughter,

Margie

Anonymous

May 22, 2009

In Loving Memory of PPD Highway Patrol Officer Bill Duross ~

Your loss is still felt to this day, and beyond. Your courage, love of family and devotion to Highway Patrol lives on in family & friends. Your Doris honored your beloved memory until the day she joined you; her devotion to the PPD was the hallmark of her life.

Your sweet daughter Margie, who was only 7 years old at the time of your death, carries on your legacy and love with her unfailing support of our officers, to this day.

Thank you for your devoted service, dear Officer Duross. May you & all of our beloved Officers, rest in peace ~ JOB WELL DONE ~ EOW: April 15, 1960.

Maryellen Auman
Wife & Mother of PPD Officers

April 3, 2009

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