Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I didn't have the honor to know Deputy Jason Baker, but I know and deeply respect his father, former Albion, Michigan Department of Public Safety Director, Jerry Baker. Jerry Baker was a cop's chief and I am certain that Jason was
every inch an outstanding cop — just like his Dad. Our condolences from the heart.

Bruce A. Sokolove and David R. Locke —
Field Training Asso

(Retired) Bruce A. Sokolove
Ann Arbor, MI Police Dept.

To the loved ones of Officer Jason Baker. Our family has you in our thoughts and prayers everyday. We know the loss you have, and the heartache you endure. Your days ahead will be challenging, we will continue to pray for all of you. God Bless you.

Janice Starnes, wife of
Murdered Sgt. Dan R. Starnes
Morgan Co. Sheriff Dept.
Killed in the line of duty
July 10, 2001

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Immortality
Do not stand by my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am a diamond glint on snow
I am the sunlight on unripened grain
I am the gentle Autumn rain

When you awake in the morning, hush
I am the swift, uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight
I am the soft stars that shine at night
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there
I did not die

Anonymous

To the Baker family, everything possible was done to try and help Jason we are deeply saddened for your loss of this fine American. May his sacrifice let his badge shine a little brighter at heavens gate. Never forget!

Rest in Peace Brother

officer
FWPD

My condolences go out to the family, friends, and co-workers of this hero. Be safe up there in heaven.

Michael Ferguson, Instructor
East Texas Regional Police Academy

Again, through a terrible act of violence we have lost one of our finest. My first husband, Oakland City, IN, patrolman, Michael E. Deno, was shot on 2-28-00, he died the following day. He too, was a member of ILEA class 99-139. He and Jason were classmates. It truly saddened me to hear that another brother had died doing something that he so loved to do. I want to offer my sympathy to the family and especially to Wesley. The days will be long and the journey is rough, but you will make it. Jason's smile, and the memories you have of him will carry you through and his legacy will be a lasting impression on those that have agreed to protect the thin blue line just as he did. Be strong and take it one day at a time, and lean on those that want to reach out to you. You do not have to go through this difficult time alone. Myself and the other survivors will be here for you when you need us.

Cindy Deno Walker, widow
O.C.P.D.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Deputy Baker. May the Marion Co. Sheriff's Office, and the community in which he served..never forget this young HERO...may he rest in peace....never to be forgotten....

Ofcr. Susan Harmison
Tampa PD Tampa,Fl

What a great sacrifice Jason made while protecting the people of Marion County. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and co-workers. God bless..

Sgt. Jeff Swenson
Lehi Police Department (Utah)

To the family of Officer Jason Baker you have my deepest sorrow. We all have lost so much in the past several weeks. Jason gave the ultimate, because he is just like the rest of us, we love the job. Be proud of Jason he is a hero and we all well miss him. My prayers go out to you and your family. God will watch over and so will Jason. Be safe and strong.

Deputy Sheriff Thomas Tallman
Huntington County Sheriff's Dept.

The thin blue line just got thinner. But we strive forward to conquer the forces of evil in honor of you, are fallen brother. We are all brothers and you and your family will not be forgotten. As I prepare for work tonight, I do so in honor of your family.

God Bless You and Your Family

Ronald Sanchez, Patrolman
Pleasanton PD Pleasanton, Texas

What a hero. Just 24 years old and called upon to make such a huge sacrifice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your department at this time.

Kenny Rose
Lehi Police Department (Utah)

Someone killed a policeman today,
and a part of our country died.
A piece of our country, he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.
The beat he patrolled was a battlefield too,
just as if he had gone to war.
Though the flag of our country won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, someone killed a policeman today,
maybe in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now his spirit patrols his beat on a dark country street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side,
He answered the call, of himself he gave all,
and part of our country died

Anonymous

My heart goes out the the Men and Women of the Marion Co. Sheriff's Dept. as well as Deputy Baker's family and friends. We in Tipton Co. feel your loss and appreciate the service of a brother officer.

Rest in Peace Brother Jason Baker

Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey Pyke
Tipton Co Sheriff's Dept.

My deepest sympathies to the family, friends and coworkers of Deputy Sheriff Baker. Words fail at a time like this, but please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Deputy Baker's sacrifice will not be forgotten!

Evidence Tech Deborah Lanata
Columbus (OH) Police Department

As the Sheriff of Howard County (50 miles north of Marion Co), I offer my deepest sympathy. Our department is saddened by your loss.

Respectfully,

Sheriff Dave McKinney

Sheriff McKinney
Howard County, IN

You paid the ultimate price for your county, state, and our country. Your dedication for service really shows in your fellow brothers and sisters comments about what kind of cop you were. May you rest in peace and may God bless your family, agency,and friends..

Officer James H. Gilbert
Columbus Division of Police (OHIO)

Jason, My heart goes out to you and your family. As you know my father, (Sgt. Dan Starnes) was also shot during a traffic stop in June of this year, just one county south of YOURS. You are a true hero. I am sure that you have already met my father in heaven. You and other's that have had to pay the ultimate price, just shows us all and prove's over and over again that you never know what the next day will bring. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jason, Thank you, for the service and protection that you have gave to your community and fellow man. God Bless

Trp. Dustin Starnes
Indiana State Police

Jason, My heart goes out to you and your family. As you know my father, (Sgt. Dan Starnes) was also shot during a traffic stop in June of this year, just one county south of YOURS. You are a true hero. I am sure that you have already met my father in heaven. You and other's that have had to pay the ultimate price, just shows us all and prove's over and over again that you never know what the next day will bring. My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family. Jason, Thank you, for the service and protection that you gave to your community and fellow man. God Bless SON OF SGT. DAN STARNES 07-10-2001

Trp. Dustin Starnes
Indiana State Police

God bless D/S Baker, his family, friends, and co-workers in this extreme time of sorrow and loss.

The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27: 1

B. Hill
(formerly) Polk County Sheriff's Office, Florida

I am sorry to here about your loss. I know it is very hard to picture yourself without him. but one day you will and he will be watching over you and now he will always be with you.

Anonymous

Thank you for your sacrifice, your rewards will be great. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family, and your department. There are no words that bring comfort to anyone right now, we know that too well. Hopefully with time, the pain will be eased to some degree. Thank you again and May God Speed your journey.

Kenny Rose
Lehi Police Dept. (Utah)

As a student at the U of I, I completed an internship at the Marion Co. Sherrif's Dept in 1991. During that time I developed close friendships with many of the MCSD deputies that trained me. My heart goes out to the family of Jason Baker and to all of the brothers and sisters at MCSD who have been left saddened by this tragedy. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Jason, I know that he is a hero.

His legacy will live on the hearts of every law enforcement officer that fights the struggle to supress crime and protect human life.

SWAT Officer Matt Cabot
Thornton Police Dept., Thornton, Co.

Family and Friends ~ my family will be praying for you as you get through each day and night.

Cathy Hill, Widow
Harris County Sheriff's Department, TX

Your bravery will always be remembered both here and with God, He needs you now to help watch over us, thank you for doing the job, rest easy now friend, Pap

Tim Pappas
Cincinnati Police/SWAT

My deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Deputy Baker. I can only imagine your pain and anguish of losing someone who was fighting the good fight for all of us. The thin blue line between law enforcement and chaos is a little thinner with his passing. Know that he now walks a beat on heaven's streets. Though I did not know Deputy Baker, I am sure I know some of the reasons he put on the uniform and went to work every day. Godspeed, Jason.

Officer Donna C. Hillier
Purdue University Calumet Police Department -Hammond, IN