Billy was like another nephew. to me calling me "Aunt Myra". He was always a special kid who kept the sweet side of himself hidden only revealing the macho side but we that knew him know kind he was. Being a big. Gator fan I insisted he remove. his FSU cap before I would hug him. He was a unique person and will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Billy was always like another nephew to me calling me "Aunt Myra". He was always a special kid and enjoyed hiding the sweet side of him prefering

Billy you were one of a kind! Great LEO and friend. I’m glad I got to be one of your Chaplains at NCSO. Thanks for your service and the memories.

My condolences to family, friends and loved ones of Billy. He was fun to know in high school . He will be missed by his FBHS classmates.

We have know Billy for over 30 years. When my hubby was FTO for Billy he came by to eat when they worked night shift. One of kind and truly a gentle giant. He will be missed by all.

To my good friend, he was someone you looked up to. He had his “Grumpy Bear” moments, and we loved him for being him. I wish you a peaceful, and pleasant rest my friend. Your work here is complete and you’ve left lifelong legacy with an abundance of memories. Love you Buddy!

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Billy was always such a wonderful human being and amazing to work with at NCSO. I know you are resting in peace with the good Lord brother.

Billy was a fixture in this community. A lot of us local law enforcement always looked up to him. He was one hell of a cop and even more of a man. Words cannot express how grateful we all are to have known him and spend time with him. He was often referred to as “Grumpy Bear”, but he always had a heart of gold and truly loved helping others. God bless you my brother and we’ll see you again.

You will be missed,my brother from another mother .. always the fond memories of our family hanging out together growing up. us running the streets of Fernandina Beach you and my brother on bicycles. you is a long time neighbor always asking me Ms. Sheri you doing ok? always making sure my children are safe as they were growing up! you will be very missed! God's got you now! time to rest my friend!

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There's so much I can say about Billy. Him and I were business partners well over 10 years ago in The hospitality business. we had a café inside the courthouse and a kitchen inside of Wicked Davies downtown. We also entered barbecue competitions and did a ton of catering within the sheriffs department and beyond. I learned a lot of skills in the barbecue genre from Billy and by far he had the best brisket I've ever had. I can actually replicate it and I thank him for it very much. I also rented from him for a little while when I was getting on my feet. He was a very humble individual and very quiet. He had a different type of humor, but one of the biggest hearts of anyone I know. He would give me the T-shirt off his back if necessary. When Billy meant business he met business but all in all he was the kindest gentle giant around. I will miss you so much, buddy and I wish I had seen you the last time I was in town. Kids also said rest in peace, Mr. Billy, as that's what they called you. Take care and God bless you and your family. .

I had the privilege of being around Billy a handful of times over the years and always enjoyed time spent together. What I missed in getting to know him more was made up by the countless stories shared with me of he and his closest buddies throughout their decades of friendship. Billy—as its been illustrated—was a bold and strong individual. He was also immensely loyal and always there when his friends needed him, never fearful of what laid ahead. Billy’s family and friends will be in my thoughts over the coming weeks.

Prayers to the family and all who were close to Billy. He touched many lives, and will always be remembered for helping people. Billy was a great friend and classmate. He will aways be remembered in our hearts! RIP Billy!