tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post6492588230442568719..comments2023-05-09T09:21:24.140-04:00Comments on Death Row Diary: Bill's Final two Blog PostsWilliam Van Poyckhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16486150722447418814noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-60848500114074931922019-05-03T23:37:33.454-04:002019-05-03T23:37:33.454-04:00I knew about van poyck through the world of jails ...I knew about van poyck through the world of jails and prison. He was known as one of the few for real stand up guys and he was far more intelligent than your average guy. I was feeling bad about my life and decided to look up some of his writing because he is inspiring. I didn't know his sentence had been carried out and it hit me really hard. I know there should have been some punishment because even though he didn't kill the guard it happened because of what they were trying to do. The man was loyal to a fault. But to take away a man with his mind is wrong on so many levels. He would have changed people's lives with his writings for years to come and thats a lose to everybody that wants to change their lives and their ways. He would have done good things for prisiners and the prison system if he would have been given the chance. What good does it do to kill him? In my younger years i was always a criminal. Thats just how my mind worked at the time. When you do start living right you're still looked at as a criminal. Life is almost impossible for people that want to change their life and reading his stuff makes you feel like theres hope for you. It helps when you're down. I read his last two post and cried. He put a prospective on the whole ritual that I've never heard before. Passing on that last meal shows the amount of integrity that the man had. He went with as much dignity as he could. I'm sorry that this happened. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09820418379605819557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-39932616323400090082016-10-01T11:17:43.820-04:002016-10-01T11:17:43.820-04:00What a talent Bill was with the pen. I actually cr...What a talent Bill was with the pen. I actually cried reading some of his material. Elmer was no loss to this world, read the case file on him. He deserved the DP. I am still not against the death penalty for child killers but Bill's writing did put some things in perspective for me. I will miss his writing. What a brilliant talented man. I'm sorry Lisa doe your loss. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-86352765345915710742016-08-25T03:36:27.861-04:002016-08-25T03:36:27.861-04:00just watched almost got away with it ..which lead ...just watched almost got away with it ..which lead me here...very touching story RIPAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-69849051244996890152015-07-30T17:42:37.015-04:002015-07-30T17:42:37.015-04:00You are on my mind today Bill. I miss talking to y...You are on my mind today Bill. I miss talking to you. My life is empty without you. You will always be remembered. Love Ya. TeriAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-39233451182502427542015-01-28T11:25:51.112-05:002015-01-28T11:25:51.112-05:00It's now January 2015 and I am just reading th...It's now January 2015 and I am just reading this blog. I have never thought what goes on in the mind of those who are on death row but now I see clearly. It is good to know that midst all of that your brother found peace.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-88013325762296167672014-07-21T21:31:57.207-04:002014-07-21T21:31:57.207-04:00I was watching tv this morning, something I rarely...I was watching tv this morning, something I rarely ever do. I came across the show "I almost got away with it" horrible reenactments but decent story lines. This guy was on it and I was interested what happens and just found these letters and blogs. I am not against the death penalty. However, this very much stuck with me. I know how our laws work, and when a crime is committed those involved are all tried the same. For a death sentence I don't agree that should be. He messed up, deserved life in prison, trigger man or not, but death? No way... It does not matter now. Just thought this was one of those cases that should not have gone how it did. Too bad he did not quit after the first car... Or stayed straight after release. I can't imagine the anxiety leading up to the execution. Seemed nice otherwise. Very unfortunate on all sides. Ben Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-56964395207975404202014-06-25T10:14:40.059-04:002014-06-25T10:14:40.059-04:00thinking of you DEAR BILLthinking of you DEAR BILLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-65726360352082675512014-05-02T15:57:44.784-04:002014-05-02T15:57:44.784-04:00Dear Bill, you live on in the hearts of those of u...Dear Bill, you live on in the hearts of those of us who care ... Only a thought away .... XAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04537916239274988816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-3714061480254531392014-03-17T18:55:09.461-04:002014-03-17T18:55:09.461-04:00Lisa, I just discovered that Bill is gone. I know ...Lisa, I just discovered that Bill is gone. I know how you agonized over his sentence and how you never gave up hope that his aquittal was just over the horizon. He loved you with all his heart and soul and you reciprocated. So many siblings never experience the connection you two shared. Do not let his death have been in vane. Continue fighting against the death penalty and make him proud.Judinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-30534122296081774282013-11-20T22:13:58.159-05:002013-11-20T22:13:58.159-05:00I can't stop crying and I don't blame you ...I can't stop crying and I don't blame you if your tears never stop, Sister. I am so sorry for this tragic loss.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-12650325948887575662013-10-25T07:37:37.390-04:002013-10-25T07:37:37.390-04:00Nice! I really enjoyed reading your post. Thanks f...Nice! I really enjoyed reading your post. Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.manandvan24-7.co.uk/" rel="nofollow"> Man And A Van</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11339307955378471345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-84870494764967523272013-07-27T21:45:56.024-04:002013-07-27T21:45:56.024-04:00There are many things to say, but they all feel in...There are many things to say, but they all feel inadequate after reading these last messages from Bill. Arriving late to his blog and so far just reading the end of his earthly messages, I am amazed at the grace and LOVE in the heart of a man knowing his life would be taken from him, the precise day and time. I can not imagine. No doubt his soul lives on as do the memories of all who loved him as do his writings that tell so much more about Bill than so many have not realized. Thank you for sharing and God bless.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-61850749625757754522013-07-19T10:49:41.203-04:002013-07-19T10:49:41.203-04:00Dear Lisa and Jeff I finished Bills book "A &...Dear Lisa and Jeff I finished Bills book "A "Checkered Past" on the 16th of July then found out Bill had been executed yesterday.<br /><br />I cried for hours yesterday and have been reading his letters on your blog today. I know how you feel and my love is with you. My son was only 16 when he received a life sentence for killing a man who sexually molested him. Davin was paroled after 27 years. We were blessed to have 100 days with him before he died of B cell Lymphoma. The stress of prison life killed him. Like Bill he studied the law and was a writer. He would have loved to have read Bills books and letters. Bill was an amazing writer and his books will open eyes and hearts. I hope my sons work will do the same. Anyone interested can see Davin Doumas essays on prison reform at Mothers for Prison Reform . Wordpress.<br /><br />We never know the depth of our love until the one we love is gone.<br /><br />Bonnie HallBonnie Hallnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-62306289843639100652013-07-19T10:46:17.336-04:002013-07-19T10:46:17.336-04:00Dear Lisa and Jeff I finished Bills book "A &...Dear Lisa and Jeff I finished Bills book "A "Checkered Past" on the 16th of July then found out Bill had been executed yesterday.<br /><br />I cried for hours yesterday and have been reading his letters on your blog today. I know how you feel and my love is with you. My son was only 16 when he received a life sentence for killing a man who sexually molested him. Davin was paroled after 27 years. We were blessed to have 100 days with him before he died of B cell Lymphoma. The stress of prison life killed him. Like Bill he studied the law and was a writer. He would have loved to have read Bills books and letters. Bill was an amazing writer and his books will open eyes and hearts. I hope my sons work will do the same. Anyone interested can see Davin Doumas essays on prison reform at Mothers for Prison Reform . Wordpress.<br /><br />We never know the depth of our love until the one we love is gone.<br /><br />Bonnie HallBonnie Hallnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-82791915849837679252013-07-11T16:06:23.787-04:002013-07-11T16:06:23.787-04:00Thanks for sharing these letters. It has been qui...Thanks for sharing these letters. It has been quite insightful and heartfelt. I've wondered in the past whether someone who dies in their sleep, or in an accident, or however suddenly, misses out on a part of life that some people have the opportunity to experience, that of knowing you are going to die and the process that having that knowledge takes you through. The goodbyes, the reflections, the time to get right with God, the sadness and for those who believe, the joy of the anticipation of the other side. We are all going to die. In some ways having knowledge of an impending death can be viewed as a blessing. May God be with you and your family. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-5656861888707012202013-07-04T01:40:31.113-04:002013-07-04T01:40:31.113-04:00thank you for posting these-just beautiful! may yo...thank you for posting these-just beautiful! may your spirit rest in peace, Bill!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18048557817843603420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-30484702367377013422013-07-02T20:44:44.956-04:002013-07-02T20:44:44.956-04:00Regardless of Bill's legal status, these words...Regardless of Bill's legal status, these words are so eloquently written. Thanks for sharing with us!Jonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-69557240007318615172013-06-30T18:06:57.256-04:002013-06-30T18:06:57.256-04:00
I Love You, Bill
BJ<br />I Love You, Bill<br /><br />BJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-52172204141108722272013-06-30T17:59:17.223-04:002013-06-30T17:59:17.223-04:00Thank you, Sister, for sharing Bill's words. ...Thank you, Sister, for sharing Bill's words. I am truly grateful to have read what he had to say. Again, thank you. I wish you strength and peace.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-53524311896599204102013-06-27T06:59:31.402-04:002013-06-27T06:59:31.402-04:00Thanks for posting these words Lisa.
Paul xThanks for posting these words Lisa.<br /><br />Paul xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00911425083034603649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-4195088565809097742013-06-26T22:58:51.882-04:002013-06-26T22:58:51.882-04:00Dear bill.what wonderful soul you were.a trully gi...Dear bill.what wonderful soul you were.a trully gifted writer bursting forth with lovingkindness...after your years of solitary prison torture you clearly had become a new creation.shame on the unforgiving state of florida for murdering such a fine example of humanity.my prayer is that you are now at peace in the arms of your loving God and that those who loved you dearly will also find solace.they will see you again<br />God bless you brother<br />Dave mccracken from dublin irelanddave mccrackenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14525282560047975565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-15395216031278693142013-06-26T22:52:36.303-04:002013-06-26T22:52:36.303-04:00I find it hard to believe that anyone who has read...I find it hard to believe that anyone who has read this blog could continue to believe there is any merit in the death penalty. It is a tragic reflection on humankind.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-59319183377134363642013-06-26T22:47:32.719-04:002013-06-26T22:47:32.719-04:00What a clever man you were bill.what a wonderful w...What a clever man you were bill.what a wonderful writer.and clearly you were a man utterly transformed by your years of prison torture...a man who was bursting forth with love and concern for others .shame on florida for taking your life.shame on florida for murdering such a kindly soul.i hale from the distant shores of ireland but have prayed for you from afar.my prayer dear brother is that you are now at peace in the arms of the God who loves you infinitely.i pray especially for all who love you so dearly...that they may be able to find peace...especially your poor sister..you will all meet again but then dear bill i suspect you already know that.<br />God bless you brother<br />Dave mccrackendave mccrackenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14525282560047975565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-68732737877220770222013-06-26T18:14:53.886-04:002013-06-26T18:14:53.886-04:00BILL YOU WERE Truly an amazing MAN AND WRITER ...BILL YOU WERE Truly an amazing MAN AND WRITER you are as well as a gift for those of us who will reap the benefits of your wisdom borne of an experience that is every person's worst nightmare. It takes guts.BILL your writing helped me so much in those last years .i miss you every single day of my life .clara from italy claranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12068861.post-86016926559335668692013-06-26T01:55:05.976-04:002013-06-26T01:55:05.976-04:00Words so beautiful,
Words so beautiful, <br /><br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com