Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I met Mark 3 years ago when he went to work for the HPD and thought from the first moment how great of a guy he was.Not long after meeting Mark I met his wife and she is just as great a person.I got to know Mark and about his family thru talking to him when he came into the Waffle House either working or doing security for us.Mark was a person with so many good qualities that I dont know what order to put them into.I remember putting money into the jukebox so I could hear him sing,he was a great singer.I will miss you deeply Mark and you will always be in my heart.I hope they have Waffle House chicken sandwiches in heaven for you.And to Deanna,all my love.

Patricia Chance
friend of officer Jones and wife Deanna

March 1, 2005

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

March 1, 2005

Your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers at this terrible time. Thank you, Sir, for serving and protecting. May GOD bless your family and friends. Rest in peace.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Officer John Logan EOW-March 14, 2004

March 1, 2005

May God Bless you and your family during this time. Thank you for your sacrifice brother.

Patrolman
WPD

March 1, 2005

May God Bless you and your family during this time. Thank you for your sacrifice brother.

Patrolman
WPD

March 1, 2005

Cpl. Mark Jones; Mark was an inspiration to me, at times being an officer for several years I became reactive instead of pro-active at times, you know that burn out feeling and then you come across an officer like Mark full of passion for the job, I observed him, as I do all officers I work with, and around, he at times made me remember what its all about lighting that fire inside of me as I observed him work, giving me that feeling that I must not give up. I saw alot of myself in Mark, more so as when I was a younger officer I saw the passion in him that I continually strive to hold onto and maintain, Mark was competitive he motivated his officers he was a diamond in the rough a trusted officer, supervisor and man. I saw immediately that Mark had outstanding potential and he would quickly rise up the ranks, I wanted him to take my place as the patrol supervisor on his rise to the top one day, my heart is broken to see that his dreams as well as mine were shattered by this nightmare that I cannot wake myself up from. I didnt hang out with Mark off duty I only known him professionaly, he indeed was a professional I wish I had the opportunity to know him better. The first day Mark drove on patrol I dont think he even had his gun issued to him yet, he was just riding along with me, we had responded to a shooting ending up with a felony take down arrest of the criminal offender who had shot his brother with a shotgun, I thought it would scare Mark off that being his first unofficial patrol with me, I looked at Mark and he burst out shouting loudly, I love it! and I felt like I was looking at myself when I first started out seeing the excited Mark Jones. Mark was never an officer who needed supervison, he was a natural born cop.
Mark had also brought some friends into local law enforcement that he had known previously,Mark must have seen that they had the passion for the job, because I see it now. Thank you Mark as you watch from above in heaven for all you have given to me, Your brother
Staff Sgt. Rick Keefner

P.S. If Mark could read this he would probably find a spelling or grammar error, he had a great sense of humor and he was quite a speller!

PATROL STAFF SERGEANT RICK KEEFNER
HARDEEVILLE CITY POLICE DEPT., SC.

March 1, 2005

Mark, you were a brother to me, and no words can express how much you will be missed. We will look after your family as we know you will be looking after all of us from above. I will never forget our times together, and will miss your jokes and our conversations. Even heaven must be a better place now that you are in it. Semper Fi, Brother. Until we meet again...Neil

PFC C.H.Shiflett
Hardeeville Police Department

March 1, 2005

Officer Jones....God speed, Sir....

wife of a Sgt
Macomb County Sheriff Dept, MI

March 1, 2005

Rest in peace my brother.

Police Officer
Burlington Township PD NJ

March 1, 2005

To the family, friends, fellow Police Officers of Officer Mark Jones:
My deepest sympathy to all for your very tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
May God Bless!

Sue McCleary
Paulding County Deputy Coroner, Hiram, GA

March 1, 2005

Rest well sir, your dedication and sacrafice will never be forgotten.

Tpr. D McGuckin
Michigan State Police, post 38

March 1, 2005

Thank You Officer Jones for your service to your community and a job well done. To the family My Condolences

Cpl Barry W Cannon
Center Hill Police Dept. Center Hill, Fla

March 1, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Police Officer Mark Jones and the Hardeeville Police Department...our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done Mark... rest in peace as you continue your watch from the heavens......your memory will never be forgotten...

God Bless....Be Safe..... and wear your vests...

Vin, Pook and all of us at beyond-the-blue

Vinman & Pooky- Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

February 28, 2005

Rest in peace sir.

Officer II J. Pacheco
Maryland Transportation Authority PD

February 28, 2005

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Officer Jones and to all the personnel of the Hardeeville Police Department who worked with him.

While it is no consolation for your loss, remember that we, and many others in this country, appreciate the sacrifice that he made in his effort to ensure the safety of the public.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

February 28, 2005

The policeman stood and faced 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 a badge
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 time 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 a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"

GREGG HOUSTON
SOUTH CAROLINA

February 28, 2005

Rest Easy Brother, We got the watch.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County MD PD

February 28, 2005

My heart and prayers goes out to your family and fellow officers. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace and watch over your brothers and sisters in blue.

A. Redmon
PGS

February 28, 2005

Rest in peace, Officer Jones. You are a hero. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and department.
Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04

February 28, 2005

Thank you for devoting your life to public safety. May you continue to watch over your family, friends, and co-workers. God bless all of you.

Jennifer R. Aaron
Wife of Ofc. Duke G. Aaron, III (EOW 07/20/04)

February 28, 2005

MAY GOD BLESS ALL WHO MOURNS THE LOST OF THIS GREAT OFFICER. MAY HE ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. A HERO FOR CERTAIN. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL MY BROTHER, NOW REST IN PEACE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

February 28, 2005

My heart and prayers are with the wife, children, family, friends and coworkers of Officer Jones. May God be with you all in this terrible time of loss. Officer Jones - thank you for a job well done. May the children of Officer Jones know always what a true HERO their dad is.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

February 28, 2005

You know that everyday you put your life on the line for a stranger and for your friends you work with. Thank you for making that ultimate sacrifice for a fellow officer.

Captain Matthew Halstead
Cherokee Sheriff's Office, GA Explorer Unit

February 28, 2005

God Speed Brother....You will never be forgotten. You gave your life in an attempt to help your fellow officer...There is nothing more noble that helping others...May God hold you close. I will pray for your wife and children...I ask that God wrap His loving arms around them in their time of need and may they always know that they are part of a huge family..Law Enforcement Family....

Thank you for your service....

Fellow LEO

February 28, 2005

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of P.O. Mark Jones.
You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over all the brave men and women in law
enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect their communitites.
Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each & everyone of you.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

February 28, 2005