Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Police Department, WY

September 23, 2013

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Rodney Wayne Jones and the Detroit Police Department during this time. Thank you, Officer Jones, for your service.

Staff
National Police Wives Association

September 22, 2013

Thank you for your honorable service.

Dallas Area
Texas Highway Patrol

September 22, 2013

From one motor officer to another, ride in peace brother we have the watch now.

Deputy Sheriff
San Bernardino Sheriff's Dept., CA-Victorville City Traffic Division

September 22, 2013

R.I.P. Brother ! You will be sorely missed Hot Rod !
A Cops Cop and a true friend !

R.D.S. Joe Alcala
Wayne County Sheriffs Office, Michigan

September 21, 2013

What a solid Officer. He always represented Detroit PD as a member of their Honor Guard. Rest in peace and thank you for your years of public service.

SGT Paul B. Bianco
Kalamazoo Dept of Public Safety, MI

September 21, 2013

Rodney was an outstanding person. He is the husband of my cousin Kim Mone. It was always great seeing them together. You could see the love and admiration they had for each other. I'll never forget the excitement we all felt when his father-in-law received a posthumous induction into the Grammys Hall of Fame in LA. May he rest in peace.

Gina Ruffin Moore (Cousin-in-law)
City of Cincinnati

September 21, 2013

GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR FAMILY, & FRIENDS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNSELFISH SERVICE TO PROTECT.

James P. Waggle
Civilian

September 20, 2013

Rest well my brother for your sacrifice was not in vain. As you take the watch in heaven we've got it from here. May God bless the family both physical and law enforcement with peace and comfort.

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
Rev. Carlos Stapleton
Chaplain, Jackson Co. TN SO

September 20, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas Kelly Jr., Supervisory FAM
Federal Air Marshal Service

September 20, 2013

Rest in Peace

1st Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Departmant, Maryland

September 20, 2013

Rest In Peace, Brother.

P.O. Randy Evans
Kansas City Missouri Police Department
Son of Patrolman Robert Wayne Evans
E.O.W 10/14/1971
HEROES LIVE FOREVER

September 20, 2013

May God bring comfort and peace to officer Rodney Jones ' family. fellow officers. and all law enforcement officers, May you rest in peace.

Jan Taylor, Det, Retired
Dallas P. D.

September 19, 2013

Police Officer Rodney Jones rest in peace you are
now a member of an elite group The Thin Blue Line
of Heroes. There is no greater sacrifice that one can give
for his fellow man. To the Family I salute your lost loved
one, and pray for you during the days to come. Rodney will
be in the company of heroes forevermore.

The Thin Blue Line of the Fallen are Standing at
attention in their class “A“ uniforms,badges gleaming and
shoes like glass, They are your brothers and sisters of
Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the
ultimate price. Today, like many others, they welcome you
to this hallowed place. As you march down the Thin Blue
Line of the Fallen, all eyes are focused on you as if to
say it will be ok you’re with your eternal partners.
A salute follows and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well. Now come join the ranks, another
member of The Thin Blue Line has come home.

Your Brother in Law Enforcement

Dr Stan phillips, Usa Ret, Ms., Bs.
Walnut Grove Mississippi Police Dep Ret

September 19, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your fellow officers!

Bryce Stevenson
Son of Fallen Ceres Police Sergeant Howard Stevenson, EOW 010905

September 19, 2013

Rest In Peace Sir!!! You hold a special place in the heart of this former Motor. My deepest condolences go out to Officer Jones's family and friends as well as the entire Detroit Police Department. God has called another hero home from the Thin Blue Line...

Deputy Michael Matranga
Orange County Sheriff's Department
Regional Traffic Bureau

September 19, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Jones' family and his Brothers and Sisters in Blue. Rest in peace.

Deputy Johanna Polo
Monroe County Sheriffs Dept Rochester NY

September 19, 2013

RIP.. Brother

Lt. Burdell Schubert
NJDOC

September 19, 2013

Rod you were definitely the crowd favorite at the "Last Man Standing" course. The event will never be the same without you. R.I.P. brother.

Sgt. Dave Bender
Flint Police Dept/Bikes on the Bricks

September 19, 2013

Prayers for his family, brothers and sisters in the department, and the community for your loss.

Regional Dispatcher Jonathon Jacob
Indiana State Police

September 19, 2013

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

September 19, 2013

The police are not here to create disorder. The police are here to preserve order. God has earned a solider on this day. Our deepest prayers go out to the family, friends and colleagues of this hero for their ultimate sacrifice of putting his life on the line for the safety of the community.
Thank you, for your service.
May you rest in peace

Criminal Justice Capstone 2013

~ A.Y/A.R/S.T/A.F

September 19, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the dear family of Officer Jones. God Bless you sir for your service and sacrifice you made to keep others safe. Rest in Peace, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

September 18, 2013

On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Rodney Jones and the extended law enforcement family of the Detroit, Michigan Police Department. Rest in Peace brother and watch over us.
I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Chief Joseph Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

September 18, 2013

On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Rodney Jones and the extended law enforcement family of the Detroit, Michigan Police Department. Rest in Peace brother and watch over us.
I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Chief Joseph Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

September 18, 2013