Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Julie:

I have often said to your mom that I know she is not alone as she goes about her daily life. She always smiles and says she knows that is true. I have tried to be as good a friend to her as I can and always be there to listen when she needs to talk. I do that not only for the love I have for her as a friend, but to honor you as as person. All the beautiful, honorable and wonderful things you did in your life are celebrated here and in conversations all over this great country. Deservedly so.

But what many never have the honor of seeing is perhaps your greatest accomplishment in life....The pride and love in your mother's eyes. I don't know your dad, but I am sure he feels the same way. Julie, not only will you never be forgotten, but you will live on. Your legacy and memory will be passed down through the generations as an inspiration to all.

Much Love
Lori D.
Flintstone, GA

Lori D

May 20, 2004

Gone but not forgotten.

It is obvious from the reflections on this page that your contribution to this profession is second to none.

The Jacks family should be proud that their daughter has touched so many; those that knew her and those that didn't. She continues to be an inspiration to police officers throughout this country.

Anonymous

May 11, 2004

Just wanted your family to know that though you are gone, you are not forgotten!! May God continue to heal all those that are still missing you and surround them with His everlasting love.

Lynn Kole
Washington State

May 11, 2004

Julie,
I requested a song to be played on the radio in honor of your memory today. Not only did they play the Willie Nelson song, but they also asked the listeners to observe a moment of silence. It's hard to believe that two years have gone by. You & your family are thought of daily.

police officer's wife
Chattanooga Police Dept

May 6, 2004

Julie,
My thoughts were of you today. I didn't know you well, but your memory will stay with me forever. No matter how far I am from Chattanooga, I will never forget May 6th. I will never forget hearing the news that day as I was driving into work my shift in Bravo Team. You touched my life and many others in so many ways. I pray that your family and loved ones continue to have the strength to keep going. I believe you are watching over them. God bless you.

Patricia Widell
Former Chattanooga Police Officer

May 6, 2004

Our duty shifts this day, the second anniversary of Officer Jacks loss in the line of duty, has been dedicated to this hero. We remember and honor her service to her community and country.

Olen M. Young COP WPD NE

Chief of Police Olen M. Young
Wauneta PD NE

May 6, 2004

Julie,
I cannot believe two years has gone by since that horrible day. I think of you daily and sometimes it feels like you send little signs to let me know that you are watching out for us. The time has helped ease the guilt...but, it will never erase it. I am sorry that I could not get to you sooner when you called for help. I know that all things happen for a reason, even though it is still hard to accept.
Your life touched so many, and you will never be forgotten. I am so proud to have been able to work with you, even for that one day. Your courage gives me strength to continue the job that you loved so much. You are missed greatly.
Office Jennifer Schramm #461
Chattanooga Police Department

Officer Jennifer Schramm #461
Chattanooga Police Department

May 6, 2004

Julie,

God bless your friends, coworkers and family. Please continue to watch over us.

Anonymous
Montgomery County MD Police

May 6, 2004

On behalf of the men and women of the Virginia State Police we extend our condolences to the family of Officer Jacks and the members of the Chattanooga Police department.
While her tour is over, our's continues.

Senior Trooper
Virginia State Police

May 6, 2004

This site has become therapeutic for me. Here is where I feel friends, family, co-workers (and even strangers) have come together to offer condolences and relive memories. But also, I feel it has become a place to "talk to Julie". I come here today to say "Jules, I miss you so much. I LOVE YOU! You will always be in my heart." Here is where we put the words that we can no longer say to her. Here we can share our innermost feelings. Maybe by coming together and seeing our thoughts and words compiled it is helpful to us. It is hard to believe that 2 years have passed. Time has a way of easing the hurt. The loss of Julie has made such a tremendous impact on so many lives. I'm sure she had no idea that her short life would (or could) have such an effect on so many people. It has changed my life forever. I am so thankful that God gave her to our family for 26 years. She was such a blessing and continues to be. We miss her so much. It is so hard to go on, but we must. They say what doesn't kill us makes us stronger...and with God's strength any storm can be faced. I thank God for Julie's life.

Becky Bates
Mother of Julie Jacks CPD #940 EOW 5/6/2002

May 5, 2004

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).
Unfortunately, I had to add the name of another friend. Deputy Jeffrey Hewitt, Buncombe County (NC) Sheriff’s Department, E.O.W. April 4, 2004.

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

It is obvious from the reflections that Officer Jacks was an awesome woman and police officer. My heart breaks for her family, friends and coworkers.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti Ingle (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 10, 2004

I SALUTE YOU MY FELLOW SISTER IN BLUE! I HAVE READ OF YOUR COURAGE AND HONOR. I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY AS THEY KEEP YOUR MEMORY ALIVE. YOU WERE COMMISSIONED TO PROTECT AND SERVE AND YOU NOW LOOK DOWN OVER US AND WATCH OVER US ALL.

MAY YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS ALWAYS REMEMBER THE BRAVE WOMAN THAT YOU WERE AND KEEP YOUR MEMORY HONORED.

PATROL OFFICER- MESHIA THOMAS
UT PD-KNOXVILLE

April 3, 2004

Julie,

I was just thinking about you today and how much we all miss you. I just wanted to say "thanks". May God bless all those who are chosen to wear blue.

John Riddle
Former Chattanooga PD Officer

March 23, 2004

I just want the family and friends to know that I think of Julie often. I only meet her a couple of times, she worked with my husband. I just want to let you know she is not forgotten, even from those who did not laugh and talk with her daily. May the Lord Bless and keep all of you.

officer's wife
Chattanooga

March 12, 2004

Jules,
I recently attended an academy graduation party in Florida. There was a girl there that reminded me so much of you. She had every bit of your spunk and wit and overall just cool. Although I became so attached to this girl, I thought to myself "There will never be another Julie Jacks"

We still think about you, talk about you and laugh hard!

Thanks for watching over us up there!!!

Officer Curtis Penney#354
Chattanooga Police Department

February 29, 2004

You would have been 28 years old yesterday. You may be gone from this world, but you are far from being forgotten. I think about you often and I can't wait to see you in heaven.
Love ya! Amy

Inv. Amy Jones #935
Chattanooga Police Dept.

February 8, 2004

Jules
Another birthday is near. You would be 28. I remember your birthdays in the past...you always wanted chocolate cake with chocolate frosting. I cherish all the wonderful memories you left us with.
The hurt is so great when I think of all the years that have been stolen from you...All the dreams that will never be realized.
I miss you so much.
I love you.
Mom

Becky Jacks
Mother of Officer Julie Jacks

February 5, 2004

I remember you during your basic academy class and how much everyone bragged on you. I know you are in heaven so save a place for me and the other guys. We miss you.

special agent mj burch
csx railroad police dept.

December 27, 2003

JULIE,
MERRY CHRISTMAS, LOVE YOU, MISS YOU.
DAD

frank jacks

December 23, 2003

Julie Jacks...
I had a partner show me an article today from a Firearms Instructor magazine that he thought was important. My heart skipped a beat when I read your name. What a special feeling, knowing that I had met your friends and family from Chattanooga in Washington DC this year, but even more special because I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with your finace. My Best Friend and I could not help but speak of how much he loved you. The sparkle was still in his eyes. You are loved by SO many and your death was not in vain! You are in heaven now, with more friends and family, protecting the rest of us as we continue to serve and protect! This job is selfless and we love it! You are a true inspiration, Julie... a True Hero! God Bless You, Chattanooga PD and ALL who wear Blue or Green throughout the World!

Winter Park PD, Winter Park, Orange County, Florida

Anonymous

December 7, 2003

A Brother Warrior has fell and died today in battle.

This Brother Warrior has made the ultimate sacrifice.

She has given her life for her Fellow Warriors, family and friends too.

Brother Warrior, pass your sword to us, so we can keep your spirit alive.

You, my Brother Warrior will not be forgotten.

God Bless you, your family and your friends.

We honor and respect all of the Fallen Warriors who have gone before us.

We ask you, Brother Warriors to guide us, protect us and pray for us.

We will meet again my Brother Warriors.

For this time not to fight another battle, but to live in eternal peace.

God bless all of the Warriors, past, present and future.

Sgt. Chad McDaniel
Seminole County Sheriff's Office

November 25, 2003

I am a former officer at the Chattanooga Police Department and had the privilage of working alongside Julie. She was a fighter and never backed down from anything or anyone. Anyone who knew Julie was a better person for it. A week does not go by that I do not think of Julie and the sacrafice she made. She is missed by all who knew her. My sympathy goes out to her family and friends. The world lost a wonderful person on that day. Rest in peace.

Special Agent Chris McLeod
U.S. Secret Service

November 6, 2003

It's been over a year since you left us, Jules. It's not special day today, I'm just leaving another reflection because I miss you so. I only met you once, but I felt like I knew you still. I did in a way, because you inspired me. You are my role model. I went to your grave on the one year anniversary. I was kneeling beside it, talking to you as if you were there and someone walked up beside me carrying american flags. He asked me if I went to school with you. I told him no, that I met you because I used to be in Explorers for a neighboring PD.. I found out that it was your father. I've since been to your grave once or twice, not as much as I'd like. I stop by occasionally, though, for no reason. Not long after that, I was at the mall with my sister and her boyfriend and noticed a Chattanooga officer standing in the Barney's coffeeshop, looking out over the crowd. We walked right past him, so I looked at the name tag. B. Moses. I had a chance to tell both your father and your fiance how much you meant to me, and didn't take the opportunity.
So Bobby, thank you for the job you do. You don't get near as much appreciation as you deserve.
To Julie's parents, Julie was my role model. I didn't know her really, having only met her once, but she effected me like no other. One day, when I join a police force, her work will live on through me, I can promise you that. I'll try to continue her work. And if anyone asks, I won't hesitate to say that the reason I was such a dedicated officer was because I was doing it for Jules. We love you Julie.

Anonymous

October 10, 2003

Sep. 15th

Jules,

Just wanted to say hello and we all are thinking of you and missing you. (940 FOREVER)



Cooper 821

private
chattanooga pd

September 15, 2003

I remember when I heard the news...I was sitting in my office on the phone when the pager started going off. I hung up the phone and looked at my LT. and knew she got the page too. I called the dispatcher to find out more information. I am a female officer in a bordering county. The words were devastating to read, but more so was the news showing Julie's fiance and co-workers. I had a friend go with me to the funeral home to pay my respects. As we were walking through a man said "this is Julie's father". My friend stopped and he shook her hand. He turned to me and I put my hand out to shake his hand. He saw my Uniform Shirt and instead of shaking my hand he hugged me. Then he thanked me for the job I do. I knew that Julie had to be a Wonderful Person and Officer to have been raised by a father like Mr. Jakes. I went through and paid my respects and my heart broke for Bobby and Ms. Jakes. After we left the funeral home we went and got a card and a Yellow Rose and took it to Vine and Kilmer. I attended the funeral for Julie and God showed his Grace, Mercy, and Love on this day. I found out that Julie Jakes was not only a Wonderful person, but a Caring, Honest, Trusworthy, Loving, Hardworking, Officer and Person who loved her Job, her Family, her Fiance, and God and did the Best she could do. Julie Jakes changed my life as a Person and a Female Officer through the life that she lived and the memories and stories I have heard of the Person she was both with and without the Badge.
Julie May you Walk the Streets of Gold and we will meet one day.
To Julie's Mom and Dad, Stepmother, and Sisters, May God Keep you and comfort you until you see Julie again.
Bobby, May God Comfort and Keep you. Lean on the Love that you share with Julie until you see her again.
Chattanooga PD and Community, May God give you comfort on days when your feeling lonely or sad. Missing your Little Warrior. (940)
I know God got a Angel and Our Family lost an Officer on Earth and she was replaced by An Angel in Heaven to guide our steps and watch our back.

September 10, 2003

Anonymous

September 10, 2003