Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Service to our country was a choice, one made and made again each day by MA2 Mayo. His loyalty coupled with the natural instinct to protect paints the picture of a real American hero. We will probably never know how many other lives he saved in that moment, but the loss of this one good man is too much already.
I am thankful for his sacrifice and for the sacrifices made by his loved ones, who supported his decision to serve. Please accept my condolences during this difficult time.

Eresbet Spain
Civilian

March 27, 2014

As a Navy mother and American, my heart broke. My prayers for this young man and his family.

Donna Hahnan
none

March 27, 2014

May God welcome you with open arms. Rest easy knowing you did your job and defended others. My deepest heartfelt sorrow to your family.

MSgt Retired
United States Air Force Security Forces

March 27, 2014

May God Bless his family, and May God welcome another Hero to his Kingdom.

Po Chris Praschak
kansas city Mo PD

March 27, 2014

Rest in Heavenly Peace, our Brother. You will always be remembered for your heroic act, faithfully.

James Vieira, OSC, USN(Retired)
Mckean Defense Group

March 27, 2014

It really bothers me that Our Heroes serve, and then, they run into harms way via people whom they are (supposed) to trust. Many prayers to family and friends of Our Fallen Hero. May he rest in peace. To those he has left behind ,at such a young age , may the LORD Bless each of you. Thank you MA2 Mark for your service and the sacrifice your family has endured and forever will.........

Linda Erb
Thankful U.S. Citizen

March 27, 2014

You entered the Navy as I did...young and ready to learn, grow, mature and have a future to be proud of. I did not know you personally but you are and always will be my shipmate.

HT2 Deborah Burr
Veteran

March 27, 2014

Bravo Zulu to this fallen hero. I served on USS Mahan DDG-42 out of Charleston, S.C. in the early 80'S, your son was carrying on a proud tradition.

OS1 Fred Hartkopf
U.S. Navy Retired

March 27, 2014

It is an honor to have served in the same rating as men with this kind of heroism. My thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends, he will not be fogotten nor will his memory. Thank you shipmate for going above and beyond.

MAC (EXW/SW/AW) Sintoni
Special Boat Team TWELVE

March 27, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I pray you find peace and always turn to GOD . Your son is in heaven and you will see him again

christina

March 27, 2014

Military personnel, whether active or inactive, share a
common bond. We must always be on alert to enemies
whether foreign or domestic, something we swear to
when enlisting. A fine young man performing his duty who happened to be right where God wanted him to be.
We are in debt to him and his parents who apparently
raised a son of excellent character and bravery. God
bless.

Staff Sergeant W. Pottillo (Vet)

March 27, 2014

Your son is now aboard THE Admiral's ship and resting his oar.

Nancy Y. Bonar
Family member, Submarine Force

March 27, 2014

We have the watch, Shipmate. You will be in our thoughs and prayers as we steam onward. Semper Fortis.

MA3 (NWS) Turner
Master at Arms

March 27, 2014

Rest in Peace, Master-at-Arms Mayo. Thank you for your service to our country! Master-at-Arms Mayo is a true HERO and will not be forgotten!!!

Frmr Sheriff's Deputy
Marion County Sheriff's Dept., Indiana

March 27, 2014

God bless people like MA2 Mark Mayo who is in keeping with all the finer traditions of duty and honor! With all the bad press regarding the military, too many times we forget that while we go on with our lives after our service is done that there are still those actively serving today who continue to watch over us whom are truly heroic and do not get the same coverage they deserve.

MA1(SW) Robert Zuccaro
USN

March 27, 2014

Thank you for your service and for protecting your fellow shipmate. The Navy motto of honor, courage and commitment was something you died for. Rest in peace sailor, your watch is over.

Megan L

March 27, 2014

Bless you Sailor for your heroism. Bless your family during this heartbreaking time.

Lynda Rouillard
Navy Mom

March 27, 2014

Fair winds and following seas, shipmate. You stand relieved; we have the watch.

John Guggenheim, USN Vet
Thank A Hero Foundation

March 27, 2014

Brother Mayo, you've made that ultimate sacrafice. You have my Gratitude. You've served your country Brother(Well Done). Your life was taken, but in the process you have saved many lives. May God keep you close, and may God be with your family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Brother, We have the Watch.

Det. Karlas E. Robinzine
Berwyn police Dept.

March 27, 2014

A true hero. A testiment to the service and the profession. Fair wind and following seas shipmante

MACM Robert Hewitt
COMNECC

March 27, 2014

Our heart felt condolences to his family. May God keep him safe in his loving arms.

Mrs. Patricia Girard
U.S. Citizen

March 27, 2014

My deepest condolences go out to his friends and family. A brother in arms lost is a tragedy mourned by all.

FC2(SW) Woods
USS Philippine Sea

March 27, 2014

A true warrior and a hero. The thin blue line lost one of its finest, but will live on.

SPC David Curry
A. 2-137 IN

March 27, 2014

I did not know this seaman, but he paid the ultimate price in service to his country. I thank him for his service and the parents who shared him for a little while to our country and a honor we can never repay for your loss. May your memories and faith keep you strong and heal your wounded heart.

Lorenza Reid, MSG (Ret)
United States Army

March 27, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to the Mayo family. His Courage will not be forgotten...

FC2(SW) Johnson, Christopher
U.S. Navy

March 27, 2014