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Derek
July 11, 2024
I first met Bill when we were hired as first five police explorers at Millbrae PD.
I always remember your mom offering me food and a kind smile when I came over. Your father always checked in with me too.
After high school we went our different ways but caught up with each other starting in our 20´s as our careers began in law enforcement.
I still think of you.
Jerry
July 10, 2024
Just remembering our time as academy roommates and then all the graveyard shifts we spent chasing down bad guys. We had a lot of fun! Miss you brother.
Cam Sholly 15233
July 10, 2024
Hey buddy. Thinking of you today.
David Dulong
May 25, 2022
Happy Birthday Bill.
Evelyn Winnegar
March 10, 2022
I just learned that besides having lost Bill when we did, we have now lost the dear messages from his mother Carol, who has joined Bill, his father Norman, and his brothers in their joyful reunion of everlasting love.
Gary Miller
February 24, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. He was a wonderful friend and class mate. I graduated in 1980 I had heard something about Bill when I was living in San Bruno. I now live in Denver Co. My heart goest out to the entire Schlimmer family.
Rest in peace Bill. you will be missed greatly.
Jeff Nachmann
May 26, 2021
Thinking about you Bill
Jeff
David Dulong
May 25, 2021
Happy Birthday Bill. Miss ya brother.
Jeff
July 10, 2020
Thinking of you. I know you and Eric are together now
Cam
May 26, 2020
Happy Birthday buddy.
Carol Schlimmer
May 25, 2020
Today was a beautiful day as was the day of your birth 58 years ago
Love you so
Your Mom
February 26, 2020
Bill, thank you for the encouragement during the first few years of my career with CHP. Its been 18 years now since I statrted, and looking back I see how great an influence you had on me.
On several occasions we worked together and you spoke wise words to me that still encourgae me today to do the right thing.
Now that I am near the end of this, I wanted to say thank you to your family for the sacrifice all of you made for people like me.
Your example saved my life and has encouraged me to keep going when I thought there was no other way to get through it all.
God Bless you and you're family.
Respectfully,
Ross M. Wakefield 17313
Carol Schlimmer
July 14, 2019
Love You Bill
Your Mom
David Dulong
May 26, 2019
Happy belated birthday Bill!
Carol Schlimmer
May 25, 2019
Thinking of you so much today
Your Mom
Carol Schlimmer
July 13, 2018
Thought of you all day on the anniversary of your death.
Miss you much
Your Mom
Carol Schlimmer
May 26, 2018
You were thought about all day on your Birthday son.
Your Mom
Cam Sholly
December 28, 2017
Thoughts of you Bill during this 2017 holiday. Later dude.
Caarol Schlimmer
July 12, 2017
Remembering
Mom
Cam Sholly
June 1, 2017
Thinking of you today buddy. I was thinking about the time when you told me that the CHP Mustang was too much car for me to handle. You asked me if I knew how to drive a stick shift and then told me to be careful. Later bro. You da man 11180.
May 26, 2017
Happy Birthday Bill! Miss ya buddy.
Carol Schlimmer
May 25, 2017
Dear Bill
Thinking of you on your 55th Birthday
Miss you much
Love Mom
Cam Sholly
January 20, 2017
Hey buddy. Talking to some folks about you yesterday. Later 11180.
Carol Schlimmer
December 27, 2016
Dear Bill
A little late this year but here I am
Your presence was felt as it is every Christmas Eve.
You are always with us no matter how many years have gone by.
Love
Your Mom
Ed Schlimmer
May 25, 2016
Happy Birthday
Carol Schlimmer
May 25, 2016
Thinking of you on your Birthday son.Miss you much
Mom
Carol Schlimmer
March 27, 2016
Hi my dear Bill
Thinking of you much this Easter day.
Love you
Your Mom
Carol Schlimmer
December 28, 2015
Dear Bill
A little late in writing but you know you were missed this Christmas as always.
I know you are happy with Dad up there.
All my love and prayers
Your Mom
Carol Schlimmer
December 8, 2015
Missing you this Christmas season Bill.
Thinking of our great fun Christmas Eve's
when we were all together
Love your Mom
Cam Sholly
July 2, 2015
Time goes on Bill, but the memories of your positive impacts on us never fade.
Carol Schlimmer
May 25, 2015
My Dear Bill
Your mom is thinking of you "much" today on your 53rd Birthday
Love Mom
Carol Schlimmer
May 10, 2015
My Dear Bill
Yes now you will have someone to laugh with.
Thinking of you more this day as we all missed you at our Mother's Day dinner
Mom
Jim Pappas
April 27, 2015
I know Bill will be welcoming John Marty, from his Millbrae PD family, as John is next to Bill in the photo. I can hear them both laughing from heaven. I will never forget either of your loud laughs.
God Speed,
Jim Pappas, Ret 29J1
Carol Schlimmer
April 5, 2015
Thinking of you this Easter Sunday
God Bless
Your Mom
February 6, 2015
Bill, Your old partner here. Took me a long time to come here. I had the best times with you in Contra Costa. Miss You Jerry
December 31, 2014
Bill,
Many years ago while I was in high school and we were explorers together at Millbrae PD...my home life was rough. Your mom, dad and you were a safe haven for me and an example of what parents and a warm home life was suppose to be. I always leaned on your words of support over the years and raised two sons in a positive home environment. Thank you Bill. I'm now retired from a 28 year LE career and my sons are grown and enjoying their careers. I'll see you one day.
Derek
December 30, 2014
Dear Bill
Thinking of you this Christmas.
We all miss you
L Mom
Ed Schlimmer
August 15, 2014
Two very important people in my life that I really miss. Dad and Bill love you
Frank Newman
June 13, 2014
Hey Bud,
Thought about you today as I do often. It's been a while now but I still think about the good times we had, those many nights of coffee at Happy Donuts on El Camino and the rainy night you and I rescued "swamp thing" on 280. Those are some of my best memories. In our last conversation, a week prior to your passing, you made me promise to take the Sergeant's test. Well, I did it bud. Did it because I promised you I would. It all worked out, just like you said it would. I miss you my friend. Thanks for everything you've done for me.
Carol Schlimmer
May 25, 2014
Thinking of you so much on your Birthday
dear Bill
Love your mom
Carol Schlimmer
April 21, 2014
My Son
My prayers are with you this Easter season.
Miss You
Love Your Mom
March 15, 2014
Brother Bill,
Spent the morning visiting your Guest Book and reading all the remembrances from family, friends and co-workers. Went through half a roll of toilet paper wiping the tears away. I miss you, Bill and wish that we had more time together. Mom misses you as do your brothers, wife and kids. Say "hi" to Dad for me and save a place for me on the right hand of God...Love you, buddy!
Shawn Hiller
January 9, 2014
I'm very happy for this guest book... Bill, it's rare that I don't think of you on a daily basis. I generally hear you "encouraging" me to move around the big rig, "cause you CANT SEE ANYTHING HILLER!" Miss you buddy...
January 7, 2014
Thinking of you Bill.
Your spirit was here this past Christmas as always.
L Your Mom
Cam Sholly
November 13, 2013
Thinking of you buddy -- you're missed..
May 25, 2013
Bill
Thinking of you on your birthday
God Bless
Your Mom
Carol Schlimmer
May 12, 2013
Bill
I miss the one lovely rose and the beautiful card on Mother's Day
Miss You
Your Mom
April 1, 2013
Bill
Missed you on Easter but felt your presence.
L Mom
February 18, 2013
Bill -
Thinking of you recently -- Cam Sholly
Bob Szelenyi
February 3, 2013
Dear Bill - I recently found this guest book and have read every entry. I met you in the early Millbrae days and had the honor to have been cadets together. You were 29 Edward 1 and I was 29 Edward 5. You were my FTO and my memories of those days are some of the best. You are one of the most stand-up guys I have ever met. Smart, focused, determined, a natural leader. You motivated me to pursue my law enforcement career; you were a guy that everyone looked up to and that everyone admired. I miss bumping into you from time to time, catching up, and just getting a few minutes of "Bill Schlimmer time." I think about you a lot and hope you are in a comfortable place. My prayers are with you, Donna, and your kids. I miss you Bill...
December 27, 2012
Thought of you so much this year.
We all missed you at our Christmas Eve dinner.
Always in my heart. Your Mom
July 12, 2012
July 12 2012
Thinking of you today my son
Love, your mom
May 25, 2012
Dear Bill
What a glorious day it was when you were born
Miss You
Love -your mom
Josie
January 17, 2012
Dear Bill
Many many years ago when we were young we grew up next door to each other I was older and would babysit you and Mike
I will never forget how much you loved all the toy cars and -
Everything with wheels you would always go vooom vooom over and over.
I will hold you and your family in my prayers
December 26, 2011
Dear Bill
Another year has passed without you.
You were missed my son
Always in our hearts
Love
Your Mom
November 26, 2011
My Dear Bill
You were with us in our prayers on Thanksgiving
Love, your Mom
Bill and I.
Shawn Hiller
October 6, 2011
Shawn Hiller
October 6, 2011
Rarely a day goes by that I don't think of you Bill.. I miss you more than words. Hiller 17584.
Jeff Nachmann
July 12, 2011
Bill,
Thinking of you.
Your bud. Jeff
July 12, 2011
My Dear Bill
Always in my thoughts and prayers
Your Mom
May 26, 2011
Spent yesterday thinking of you, dear brother...Wish you were still with us...I miss you.
Bob
May 25, 2011
My Dear Bill
Thinking of you especially today on your Birthday.
Missing you
Love
Your Mom
David Dulong
May 25, 2011
Happy Birthday buddy!
February 23, 2011
Hey Dad,
Just thinking of you, and missing you like always. I'm making you proud.
I love you always,
Mandi
December 24, 2010
Hi My Dear Bill
Another Christmas Eve without you.
It just never gets any easier.
You are missed so much.
Love
Mom
November 27, 2010
Dear Bill
You were with us this Thanksgiving my son.
Love
Your Mom
Ed Schlimmer
August 31, 2010
o how much I wish you were here. I think about you everyday. Last week Officer Hill from the Vallejo Office came to Daniels home and meet with the Family. Daniel our grandson married to Renee asked me about two years ago what I thought about him joining the Highway Patrol. I was so happy. He has now passed everything and is awaiting for a date to go to the Academy. We watch the tape what is expected and how the family has to support him. Daniel reminds me of you in so many ways. I only wish I could of in some way supported you more.
Derek Rogelstad
July 24, 2010
Dear Bill, family and friends of yours,
I was in Reno this past weekend on a department trip and ran into a CHP officer who was a guest. He told me of your passing...he had some great words of praise as you touched his life during his first two weeks training in Redwood City years ago.
This is the same way you touched me and I looked up to you when we became the first explorer/cadet group for Millbrae Police Department. I attended Mills..you Cap but we were friends back then. My family life was a tough time and you, your father and mom gave me sanctuary. I thank you.
I remember your father standing up from the chair and shaking my hand. Your mom offering me food and drink.
I was shook when I learned of this a week ago..it's tough as you touched my youth and as young as you were, you were an old soul who guided all of us who walked down the road of life together.
I have 2 sons who are flourishing in college and I am soon to retire in 2 years. I wanted your mom, wife and kids to know what a good man you were through and through. I lost track of you but I checked in to you from time to time.
All my prayers and more to you, your wife and kids.
Derek Rogelstad
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Derek Rogelstad
July 24, 2010
Bill, family and your friends,
I was in Reno last weekend with the department I work for. I was told by a guest who worked with you..and was trained by you..that you were gone.
I wanted to share with others, that I was proud to know you as a kid in high school and we were the first police explorer/cadet group for Millbrae Police Department.
I want every one to know how much I looked up to you and your family when I hung out. I had a rough family life and you gave me a sanctuary.
I remember your father getting out of his chair, shaking my hand..your mom offering food or drink. Nice family.
Bill...I am sorry and I want you to know how much you meant to me during my highschool years because I looked up to you.
Donna....I don't know you but I said a prayer for you, Bill and the kids.
My heart felt prayers,
Derek 925-872-9396
Jeff Nachmann
July 13, 2010
Bill,
It seems just like yesterday that we where making those late night pizza runs after work. Miss ya,
Jeff
July 12, 2010
My Dear Bill
Thinking of you especially today my son on July 12th the day you left this earth for a far better place.
We all miss you and love you.
Your mom and family.
May 25, 2010
My Dear Bill
Today is the day of your birth.
Happy Birthday my son
I know you are enjoying the peace that you so truly deserve.
Your mom
May 19, 2010
My Dear Bill
Today I spent the morning at a class for Older Drivers given by the CHP
The Volunteers did a wonderfull job putting it on.
It made me feel closer to you.
Spoke to some of the people who know you. It was a great morning for me.
Miss you and love you always
Your mom
May 18, 2010
Bill, it's amazing how many times that I get a glimpse of a tall officer going by the window into Special Duty and I think, "there goes Bill." Then I am yanked into the here and now and know that it's someone else. Your name comes up in the office more that you would ever imagine, and we are all still missing you so much. Though as a volunteer and I am only in the office once a week or so, the many memories of when you did so much for so many remain with all of us.
Evelyn Winnegar
December 25, 2009
My Dear Bill
My thoughts are again with you my son as another year has gone by.
We were all thinking of the fun we used to have on Christmas Eve with the Schlimmer boys and their pranks.
Never out of my thoughts,
Your mom
Matt Timmons
December 23, 2009
Bill,
I'm sorry to say that I've yet to sign your guest book until now. I can assure you that my delay in doing so was not because I haven't thought of you on a regular basis. As I read through some of the other comments various guests left, I couldn't help but notice a repetive theme; everyone looked to you as a role model. To this day, many people related that they consider what you would do when they're faced with a tough decision. I can assure you that I'm included in this crowd. I'd like to think that part of my development as both an Officer and a person reflects the guidance and advice that I was fortunate enough to receive from you. As I watched you interact with people, whether it be the general public, your peers, or your supervisors, I noticed that you were always straight forward and genuine. It's hard not like someone with those qualities because you always know where they stand and that you're getting an honest answer from them. Thanks for being that person. As the holidays are upon us, I'd like to wish all of your family a safe and merry Christmas. Take care Bill
November 27, 2009
Hi Dear Bill
Missed you this Thanksgiving.
Think of you often
Your mom
Jim Pappas
August 8, 2009
Bill, and family,
All is well in Millbrae, as I see your mother every so often. We all miss your laugh. It has been a while, but I think of you often, and I finally got around to putting our picture in your guest book. My prayers are still with you and your family.
Bills' Millbrae PD Family
August 8, 2009
Nanci Ratti
August 6, 2009
Dear Bill,
I'm your Mom's good friend, I'm sure you see us out and about laughing, but wherever we are and whatever were doing you are never far from her thoughts, I see it in her eyes. She tries so hard to keep going Bill. . Your brothers do their best to try and fill your void, and we will do all we can whenever we can to help her should she need anything. She tries to be the same person she was, still never any unkindness, or negativity in her personality.....always loving forgivness even when its difficult. She is a great example to me. Give her strength Bill and should I get involved in my mundane life, give me a nudge to call, drop by, email ...I know you sometimes do. You are still greatly loved.
August 4, 2009
July 31, I would have loved to have been to your golf benefit but don't drive at night up there. I was with you in spirit my son. Miss you more each year. Love you, your mom
Carol Schlimmer
Carol Ott
May 25, 2009
You are thought of so often, Bill, and especially today on your birthday, I stop to remember you and send a prayer.
With love,
Carol Ott
May 25, 2009
My prayers are with you today on your Birthday my son.
Your Mom
Viktor Scrivner
February 28, 2009
Thinking of you buddy. I often remember and miss the blasts of laughter that would ring out at the office when you walked in from going 10-10. Your memory will never fade, you were a man of principle and honor. Thank you for everything.
Carol Schlimmer
January 4, 2009
Another Christmas without you my son.
You are so missed.
your mom
Jeff Nachmann
August 12, 2008
Bill,
It's been two years now and a week does not go by when I don't think of you. See you some day.
Jeff
Carol Schlimmer
August 11, 2008
My Dear Bill
We will not let this book close
It will remain open as long as I live
Your Mom
David Dulong
August 11, 2008
Bill,
I miss you my friend. Heaven is a better place with you working that beat.
James White
August 10, 2008
Bill,
I got this note in my email advising the guest book shall be closing soon. Well my friend, this guest book might be closing, but the long lasting memories of working with you in the Redwood City Area shall remain constant in my life.
Whenever I come up against a hard decesion at work, I more times then not, ask myself, "What would Bill do?" The answer would be simple and what you would do would always be the right way to go. Bill you were the man and it was my honor to have worked with you and to call you friend.
You are in the Lords hands now and I await the day to shake your hand again my friend.
Jimmy White #13997 North Sacramento Area
Carol Schlimmer
December 23, 2007
My dear Bill, Another Christmas without you. You are missed my dear son. Rest in peace.
My love and prayers are with you always.
Your mom
mandi schlimmer
August 5, 2007
i already wrote in here, but it's been so long, that i had to again. dad i miss you so much. things have been so hard this past year. i still can't believe you're gone. i want you here so badly, i can't stand it. i love you so much dad. and i miss you.
mandi
tony steinmetz
May 28, 2007
bill i remember when i worked on youre avalanche thats when i first met you 2 years ago i remember you gave me youre card so i could ge out of a minor traffic offense no one has ever done that for me before it was because of you that i wanted to be a chp you were the coolest guy ive met so down to earth i still have the card you gave to me 2 years ago you will be missed buddy take care.
Cameron Sholly
March 6, 2007
Bill:
Having been out of the CHP for 5 years, I've lost touch and only recently learned of your passing. You were a great human being and we all looked up to you as one of the best the CHP had to offer. I am greatly saddened that you are no longer with us. Your friend always-
Daniel (Slug/Stinky) Schlimmer
August 19, 2006
Dad,
Words simply cannot express my loss. I never imagined living my life without you. I can just flash back to those recent memories, high and low: watching Back To The Future and those James Bond flicks over and over again while chomping on Baby Ruths all night long; handing me the keys to my first car, your 1969 Camaro, and eventually teaching me how to drive a stick shift (HELLO!). I can truly say that I am proud to be your son. I think about you all the time. My Senior year will not be the same without you. I can remember how excited you were to take that college tour trip with me and see where I may wind up next year. There was also that master plan you made for me to build your retirement house after I got my Masters in Engineering. It will be hard to find someone else who can give me advice on how to get good looking girls (Ha-Ha!). I love you and miss you terribly. Don't worry, I will take care of Mom, Mandi, Grandma, GG and Papa. I know that God is taking good care of you. You have a lot of catching up to do with Grandpa and Tio. Godspeed, Dad, my life coach, golf partner, bowling partner, wrestling opponent, and best friend, and I look forward to meeting with you again soon. I know you're standing by my side all the time. In the words of Al the Angel, "We're Always Watching".
Donna Schlimmer
August 13, 2006
Bill,
I don't know how to tell you how much I miss you. I am proud to be your wife. You are the love of my life and I can't imagine the future without you. I listen for your voice every day to help me and I do hear you. Please keep talking. The kids and I will be OK, thanks to the support and love of family and friends. The greatest gift you gave me was your love and our children. I will cherish both forever. I want so much to hear you laugh again, hold your hand again and dream again. I have always loved you and always will. No one can ever take your place in my heart.
Until we meet gain
Donna
Ed Schlimmer
August 7, 2006
My heart is broken, Bill was a brother that I always looked up to even though he was younger. He was Dad made over. I have a hard time excepting that he is gone. He will surly be missed and always in my heart. My prayers are with Donna, and the Children. Also with my Mother and Brother Mike. I know that time will mend a broken heart but sometimes it is hard. Your brother Ed.
Carol Ott
August 6, 2006
Dear Bill,
You're in my thoughts everyday. There are so many questions. But we can only accept and live in peace. I hope that's what you've found. Till we meet again, Bill. We're here for your family. We love you.
Derek Rayla
July 27, 2006
I remember when i was 14, I was sitting in the Millbrae PD dispatch center visiting my cousin (Donna) the dispatcher. Then this guy (Bill)walks up and starts talking to her (being a 14 year old boy I immediatley knew "something" was going on here) I didnt know what to think of it and remember not liking him for all of about 5 minutes, that soon changed and he was part of the family, a great part... Bill, you'll be missed, alot.
Donna, Daniel, Mandi...
Michelle, Kyle, and I are here if you need anything (including Lucca's of course) :)
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