Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To trooper Parker's wife and family my most heartfelt sympathy and prayers for the agony you feel at this time. God Bless you.

Karla Winslow
Sister of Deputy Kurt Ford killed in the line of duty 4/9/05

May 17, 2005

The men and women of the Mahomet Police Department extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Jonathan Parker. Our fallen brother will not be forgotten.

To Trooper Jonathan Parker, Thank you for your service to your State and country. God Bless You! Rest in Peace Sir!

Mahomet, IL Police Dept.

May 17, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Trooper Jonathan W. Parker and the South Carolina Highway Patrol
...our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done Jonathan... 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

May 17, 2005

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but a two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

May 17, 2005

The Eskimos have over 100 words for snow, the Egyptians have over 500 words for sand and they say a picture paints 1000 words. We have lost another Brother, and there are no words for that. You have given the Ultimate sacrifice. Brother, your shift is over and now you can rest. We will take it from here. My prayers to your family, until we meet... Rest in Peace.

Corporal Gregory A. Cohn
Florida Highway Patrol - St. Augustine

May 17, 2005

To the family,friends and Co-workers of Trooper Parker, I just came home from being in DC for Police Week to honor my husband and other fallen officers only to see on the news that we lost another hero.
May the good Lord comfort you through this most difficult time..
Trooper Jonathan Parker rest in peace.

DJ Coursen
Wife of Slain Deputy Copl.AJ Coursen E.O.W. 01/08/02

May 16, 2005

Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Trooper Parker. You have given the ultimate sacrifice, and your service to your community will not be forgotten.

Deputy Daniel J. Luffman
Monroe County (NY) Sheriff's Office

May 16, 2005

Honor, Duty , Sacrifice , You gave all, may you rest beside Our Lord and watch over your family and other Troopers. You are now a child of God.

Trooper
Kentucky State Police

May 16, 2005

Thank you Trooper Park for your years serving here as a law enforcement officer, now it is time for you to patrol the streets of heaven and watch over all of us. May the lord bless your family and friends in their time of need.

P.S.O. C. Shick
North Myrtle Beach DPS

May 16, 2005

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH TROOPER PARKERS WIFE, FAMILY AND AGENCY.
MAY GOD BLESS TROOPER PARKER AND WELCOME HIM INTO HEAVEN.
THANKS BROTHER! YOU WILL NOT BE- FORGOTTEN. REST EASY AND WATCH OVER US AS WE CONTINUE TO SERVE WITH YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS. GOD BLESS!

DEPUTY SHERIFF
VIRGINIA

May 16, 2005

May you find peace in Heaven. God Bless your soul brother.

Deputy Steven E. Roberts
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

May 16, 2005

Rest in peace my brother officer. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the department. Aloha and god bless.

Police Officer
Honolulu Police Department

May 16, 2005

"Make a place in your heart for those who put service above self;
for they understand that freedom requires a sacrifice that the protected will never know."(baker)

SERGEANT TRAVIS HUESTON
SWEETSER POLICE DEPTARTMENT INDIANA

May 16, 2005

WHAT IS A COP?

Cops are human ( believe it or not) just like the rest of us. They come in both sexes but mostly male. They also come in various sizes. This sometimes depends on whether you are looking for one or trying to hide something. However, they are mostly big.

Cops are found everywhere-on land, on the sea, in the air, on horses, in cars, sometimes in your hair. In spite of the fact that " you can't find one when you want one", they are usually there when it counts most. The best way to get one is to pick up the phone.

Cops deliver lectures, babies, and bad news. They are required to have the wisdom of solomon, the disposition of a lamb and muscles of steel and are often accused of having a heart to match. He's the one who rings the door-bell, swallows hard and announces the passing of a loved one; then spends the rest of the day wondering why he ever took such a "crummy" job.

On TV, a cop is an oaf who couldn't find a bull fiddle in a telephone booth. In real life he's expected to find a little blond boy " about so high" in a crowd of a half million people. In fiction, he gets help from private eyes, reporters, and who-dun-it fans." In real life, mostly all he gets from the public is " I didn't see nuttin'."

When he serves a summons, he's a monster. If he lets you go, he's a doll. To little kids, he's either a friend or a bogeyman, depending on how the parents feel about it. He works " around the clock", split shifts, Sundays and holidays, and it always kills him when a joker says. " Hey tomorrow is Election Day, I'm off, let's go fishing" ( that's the day he works 20 hours).

A cop is like the little girl, who, when she was good, was very, very good, but, when she was bad, was horrid. When a cop is good, " he's getting paid for it." When he makes a mistake, " he's a grafter, and that goes for the rest of them too." When he shoots a stick-up man he's a hero, except when the stick-up man is " only a kid, anybody coulda seen that."

Lots of them have homes, some of them covered with ivy, but most of them covered with mortgages. If he drives a big car, he's a chiseler; a little car, "who's he kidding?" His credit is good; this is very helpful, because his salary isn't. Cops raise lots of kids; most of them belong to other people.

A cop sees more misery, bloodshed, trouble, and sunrises than the average person. Like the postman, cops must also be out in all kinds of weather. His uniform changes with the climate, but his outlook on life remains about the same: mostly a blank, but hoping for a better world.

Cops like days off, vacations, and coffee. They don't like auto horns, family fights, and anonymous letter writers. They have unions, but they can't strike. They must be impartial, courteous, and always remember the slogan " At your service." This is sometimes hard, especially when a character reminds him, " I'm a taxpayer, I pay your salary."

Cops get medals for saving lives, stopping runaway horses, and shooting it out with the bandits ( once in a while his widow gets the medal). But sometimes, the most rewarding moment comes when, after some small kindness to an older person, he feels the warm hand clasp, looks into grateful eyes and hears, " Thank you and God bless you, son."

Officer Dave Carroll
Choctaw, Oklahoma

May 16, 2005

On behalf of the men and women of the Put-in-Bay Police Department I wish to send my condolences to family of Trooper Parker and our fellow brothers and sisters in the Law Enforcement Community.

Officer
Put-in-Bay Police Department

May 16, 2005

sorry...and thank you for your service god speed officer Parker.

May 16, 2005

Jon, you will be sorely missed here in Sumter. We are hurting and crying together. Our thoughts are with your family. I know we will all be safer having you watch over us from above. Rest in peace Jon, we will never forget you.

L/Cpl T.L. Cannaday
SC Highway Patrol

May 16, 2005

God Bless your family Trooper Parker,

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the rest of the South Carolina Highway Patrol.

Matt. 5:9

Tpr. 1648

Trooper
Virginia State Police

May 16, 2005

Rest easy Troop..God must have needed a great hero as youself to stand by his side...Rest easy Troop, Rest easy...We will take the watch from here.. God-Speed..

TROOPER
Maryland State Police

May 16, 2005

My prayers go out to the Parker family. Rest in Peace brother...

Julio C. Olguin
Los Fresnos Police

May 16, 2005

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of Trooper Jonathan Parker. 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 communities. 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

May 16, 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

May 16, 2005

I just read the memorial for Trooper Jonathan W. Parker. It saddens me to hear of such a senseless act. I would like for the family, friends and co-workers to know that there are folks across this country that care very deeply and will pray for their peace and comfort.
I thank the Almighty for men and women that have made the ultimate sacrifice for their fellow man.
After nearly 30 years of service in law enforcement I know it is only by the grace of God that I sit here today.
May God pour out His endless blessings and love upon those close to Trooper Parker. He will always be remembered as true hero.

Patrolman Doug Hutchison
Irving Police Department, Texas, retired.

May 16, 2005

On behalf of the men and women of this department, our deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Jonathan W. Parker. Rest in peace brother. We now have the watch. May God be with your family.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, NY

May 16, 2005

MY BROTHER WATCH OVER US THAT ARE LEFT BEHIND TO FINISH THE SHIFT. I'AM SORRY I WAS UNABLE TO GET THRU THE FLAME. REST IN PEACE TROOPER

INV. RUDY TISDALE
CLARENDON S.O.

May 16, 2005