Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Master-at-Arms Mark Aaron Mayo

United States Navy Security Forces, U.S. Government

End of Watch Monday, March 24, 2014

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Reflections for Master-at-Arms Mark Aaron Mayo

As I was walking through Arlington National Cemetery, I met Mark's Family, celebrating his 10 year Angelversary with flowers, lawn chairs, and a beautiful portrait. His family was commemorating his life and honoring his memory. Mark- I wanted you to know that your selflessness is truly appreciated. Thank you for your service! Your bravery and courage are an inspiration. May God bless you. Rest in Paradise!

Keri

March 25, 2024

Mark,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 24, 2024

Thank you for your service to our country MA2 Mayo. May your soul forever rest peacefully in Heaven. May God bless and watch over your mother.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

August 11, 2023

It was an honor serving with you, brother. I will always remember your kind demeanor and your sense of humor.

Brandon. PO2
USN

April 14, 2021

MA2,
I didn’t know you, but every year I see a post about you saying never forget. I found myself looking you up and reading your story. I wanted you to know that your selflessness did not go unnoticed. Your bravery and courage shines in us everyday. Rest peacefully, we have the watch.

YN1 WELLS
Navy

March 30, 2021

RIP Shipmate Mayo
Thank you for your loyal service.
Gonzales family sends love and respects

ABH Gonzales
Fellow Shipmate

March 24, 2021

MA2 Mayo will never be forgotten. RIP sir.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

December 4, 2020

I remember when this happened. So sad. Rest In Peace Mark and thank you for your service to our country

SDS Mark McCormack
NYPD Retired

March 25, 2020

Rest in Peace, my brother.

Captain Bernard Flint
Department of Defense Police Division

March 2, 2019

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

September 12, 2018

So sorry to hear that, RIP shipmate.

ABE1 (AW) IRVIN PLATT
US NAVY RETIRED

May 29, 2018

Rest in peace my brother.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
NYPD (retired)

March 24, 2018

Rest easy MA2 you've done your duty, Fair winds and following seas. I remember I was stationed in Charleston when we heard the news. Anyone that thinks master at Arm's aren't military police they need to think again.

Master at Arms Petty Officer Third Class
U.S. Navy

June 28, 2017

As a former US Navy Gunner's Mate & Master at Arms, I salute your sacrifice, MA2 Mayo. You'll always be a hero to me.

GMG3 USN, Sp4 USAR
Retired, Disabled Veteran

February 10, 2017

Honoring MA2 Mark Mayo's Sacrifice

For heroism while serving at Naval Station Norfolk Security Detachment, Norfolk, Virginia on 24 March 2014. While performing his duties as Chief of the Guard, Petty Officer Mayo was alerted to a suspicious individual walking towards USS MAHAN (DDG 72) on Pier 1, Naval Station Norfolk. Petty Officer Mayo pursued the individual up the brow of the ship while both he and the Quarterdeck watch-standers directed the individual to stop and provide identification. Failing to comply, the individual approached the Quarterdeck, attacked and disarmed the Petty Officer of the Watch. After boarding the ship, Petty Officer Mayo realized that the Petty Officer of the Watch no longer had control of her weapon. With complete and total disregard for his own personal safety, Petty Officer Mayo immediately placed himself between the Petty Officer of the Watch and the assailant. While fearlessly engaging the assailant and shielding the Petty Officer of the Watch, Petty Officer Mayo was fatally wounded. His exceptionally brave actions saved the lives of four watch-standers and ensured the safety of the entire crew of USS MAHAN (DDG 72). By his courageous and prompt actions in the face of great personal risk, Petty Officer Mayo prevented the loss of lives, thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

MA2 (SW) Nikolai Kush
Naval Security Forces/ 628 SFS JB Charleston

June 9, 2016

It's been two years to the date you made the ultimate sacrifice, although I never served with you or knew you, you are my brother. The community misses you dearly, rest easy we have the watch.

MA2 (SW) Nikolai Kush
Naval Security Forces/ 628 SFS JB Charleston

March 24, 2016

TEDV WELFELT I RETIRED FROM NSA (OLD BASE AGNANO)
1987 I RETIRED AND WORKED ON MY SAIL BOAT AT THE NAPLES NATO YACHT CLUB . ALL MEN AND WOMEN I WORKED WITH WERE DEDICATED PERFESIONALS, AND YOU WERE ONE OF US.....MA-1 WELFELT, FT. LAUDERDALE FL.

TED WELFELT
MA-1 USN RET.

December 12, 2015

I KNEW YOU WELL MY FRIEND I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE AND UYPOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED RIP BROTHER WE HAVE THE WATCH NOW.

MA2 COOK, KYLE
USN

September 30, 2015

I RETIRED AS A MA-1 ,LAST DUTY STATION NSA NAPLES 1987 ON HIS PASSING YOU CAN BE PROUD OF HIS DEDICATION AND BRAVERY HE DID HIS JOB AND HIS DUTY.....BROVO ZULU

MASTER AT ARMS USN RET.
USN

September 2, 2015

It will be my honor to ride for you in this years Law Enforcement United "Road to Hope Ride" from Chesapeake to DC!!! R.I.P. Brother!!!

Officer James Rich
Chesapeake Police Dept/ LEU

May 9, 2015

Rest in peace shipmate.

Deputy Sheriff / USN retired

April 6, 2015

A lifetime will never diminish your personal sacrifice in order to protect your vessel and ship mates from harm. Rest in peace, Sailor.

T. Huber, TSgt, USAF (retired)
USAF Security Police (Law Enforcement/retired)

March 24, 2015

Rest in Peace my brother at arms and fellow LEO. God be with your family and provide them comfort, and I hope to honor you this year in the Police Unity Tour....we will not forget!

Major Bermudez
US Army (MP)/Miramar Police Dept.

March 19, 2015

Was a good man and a good friend. He is dearly missed by all of us who worked with him or knew him. Rest In Peace my friend, we have the watch.

MA1 Broyles, Joseph
USN Naval Station Norfolk Police Department

January 4, 2015

May the Lord bless you and your family MA2. We've never met but I can tell you that I know you for I was once a Sailor. You gave your life so that other would live. I salute you shipmate. Thank you for your service. May God bring peace to your grieving mother.

Jose Sanchez CTRC(SS/SW/AW/NAC)
U.S. Navy Retired

December 22, 2014

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