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Philip Caterina
December 19, 2021
William was a soldier's soldier. We were Drill Sergeants together at Fort Knox in the very early 80s. A true professional, he always worked diligently to turn out highly competent and motivated tankers. William was a fantastic mentor for young soldiers and a true friend to everyone he worked with. All of us at A-3-1 respected him and relied on him for guidance and help. My sincerest and heartfelt condolences to the entire Heemsoth family. I only wish that I could have contacted him before his passing. We could have relived some of the extremely long and crazy times on the trail.
Philip A. Caterina
Command Sergeant Major
U.S. Army (Retired)
Joe Sturm
October 17, 2015
SGM Heemsoth was my very first 1SG (HHC 3/35) in 1990 and what an example he set. Condolences to the family.
Jenny Snead
July 9, 2015
Cherry-Just saw this. So sorry to hear about Bill. Jenny
Mark Shumate
May 10, 2015
The very best First Sergeant I ever met.
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Hardini Carter
April 4, 2015
My prayers go out to the family and loved ones. You will always be missed by many, for your service as a veteran and husband, father and friend. The Metro Airport Authority lost a great asset and family member. You are gone but not forgotten. Thank you for your service and dedication to this country and the many that depended on you. My friend. ADC(AW)Hardini Carter (USN Retired)
Lynn Oliver
April 4, 2015
Bill what a Blessing you were to DPS. Your integrity, kindness and humor are already greatly missed.
Mrs. Heemsoth my prayers are with you and your family, whom he loved so much.
Cynda Hubarth
April 1, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Bill was a wonderful co-worker and friend. He was always a good listener if you needed to talk and his sense of humor would brighten our days. He shared many stories of his service to our country, how proud he was of his children, and his life adventures. He will be sadly missed
Erin Colligan
April 1, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. Bill was always kind to me. I have great respect for him. I know my kids will miss their grandfather.
Robert Mize
March 31, 2015
Dear Mrs. Heemsoth I understand your time of grief and hope the time of sorrow passes. Dale, Fay and I came to talk to you at McDonalds the first time & the second time when you'll came for the Birthday party at Bill`s Mom!s house here in Georgia. Dale & I send Our Sincere Condolences to you and all of your family.
Msgt Robert & Dale Mize Ret. USAF.
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