Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

During Jeff's memorial service some of the speakers spoke of how you could go from the level of an adult to the level of a child. I realized how true this was when my oldest son(Jansen) made the comment he would miss him. My kids weren't around him that much accept for when they would come to see me while working in dispatch. Jeff would play with them and entertain them for a few minutes if i got busy. Recently my kids went to Texas with my in-laws. Before we left to pick them up Jansen had told his father to look for Jefferson Davis Parrish. Mike was not sure why Jansen said that but sure enough just as you are about to enter Texas there is a place called Jefferson Davis Parrish. When we arrived in Texas, we asked my son why he told us to look for that and he replied "because that was my friend's name that passed away. That is one example of how Jeff made an impact on us all even the children he paid the slightest attention to. You will be sorely missed by all.

SUSAN HOWARD

Susan Howard
Columbia County Sheriff Office

Jeff,
You were a one of a kind person and a wonderful officer.I may have been in charge of our shift but you were the heart and soul of it. There is not a day that goes by that you are deeply missed. We continue to be thankful for the time we were able to spend with you and would like to continue to think you are indeed in heaven with your chariot of horses with a light bar racing through heaven.Now you can sit on God's right side and help answer my questions? Now you are the higher up RIP"629"you will forever remain in our hearts.
Srgt. Wingate
Charlie Shift
CCSO

Srgt. Wingate
CCSO

Jeff we miss you so much ,you will be forever in our hearts, Thanks for being such a great guy. We know that Kristina loved you more then anything in this world, and she will always miss you. You were a very brave person to have the job you did. You also did it very well. I look back on the time I asked you about getting in law enforcement and you said that I can do anything that I put my mind to. I hope you got that light bar in Heaven... We Love You Jeff...RIP...629...Forever in our Hearts!!!! I pray for your family and friends , may God be with you all!!

Lisa & Randy
Friend

I spoke with the trooper who worked that wreck that night. He told me it was a bad, bad scene. Deputy Davis went 10-18 to the cloud in the sky that fateful evening. I hope you had a nice cruise there, Jeff. I didn't know you at all but reading and hearing all about you since you made the transition tells me that your were 'one of the good ones', and that's saying something. RIP...

BuzzC
N/A

Jeff,

So many memories come back to me, memories of working side by side in dispatch to memories of watching and working proudly with you as you fulfilled your dream of being a Columbia County Sheriff's Deputy. The last time we spoke, I was talking with you about my father's death (whom had passed away on May 24, 2002; just days before you), I remember your compassion and your promise to pray for me. That is a moment that meant so much to me and it will stay with me forever. You were truly a unique person, full of life and love for God. You have left a lasting impression on those who knew you---A spiritual inspiration for myself, I can only hope to become more like you. Thank you for all the laughter and smiles that you brought to work, I was truly blessed to know you. You are very missed and rest assured you will not be forgotten.

My prayers and love go with all your family and friends.

Always,
Tanya 513
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The Passing

I am not dead, I did not die,
I only passed from earth to sky.
From dark to light, my soul took flight,
Beautiful here, a wondrous sight.

The face of Jesus I can see,
Happy I'll be when you're with me.
The grief you feel will soon subside,
And in it's place in you abide.

Belief that I'm free from pain,
And joy that I am well again.
The sweetness of the times we shared,
The laughter, and tears together paired.

The dreams we dreamed, the prayers we prayed,
The "I love you's" so often said.
These memories ne'er fade away,
But grow brighter as day by day.

God gives you grace to bear the dross,
'till rejoined because of the cross.

a poem by Mrs. Kenneth Shipp

Tanya Terrell Communications
Columbia County Sheriff's Office

Jeff, I always would ask you if you thought I would ever make it to one day "wearing the green", you would always look at me and give me that little grin of yours, and assure me that if you could do it so could I. Watching you go has made me question my career in Law Enforcement, but I know you wouldn't want me to change anything. I hope I can serve the uniform with the same justice and dignity that you did. You may be 1007 1042, but when I'm wearing the uniform, sitting at Kens, or riding up and down the river in the boat you'll be 1008 in my heart. I'll always miss you and never forget you.

Stephanie
CCSO

I work as a full time Correctional Officer along with C.O. J. Davis, Jeff's brother. I also work part time at Joy Food store. Jeff often came by on patrol to check me and the store for safety. I became friends with Jeff from his dedicated job. Jeff and I would kid each other about how I should be a deputy sheriff and how he should come be a correctional officer. When I first got news of this horiffic accident, I went totally numb. I instantly thought of him and his family. I really miss Jeff coming by the store at night when I'm working. I miss his conversation, I miss him as a deputy and as a friend. He will always be thought of.
Michelle Geiger

Correctional Officer Michelle Geiger
Hamilton Correctional

Jeff, Your smiling face and positive attitude will be greatly missed. Your family will remain in my prayers and I know that they have great peace knowing that you are sitting in the right hand of god, and you will be in that great army that will return. You may be 1007 1042 for now but you will always be 1008 in our hearts. Communications will miss you #629.....

Denise Sauls Superv. Communications
Columbia County Sheriffs Office

My thoughts and prayers go out to The Davis Family. Jeff was an awesome officer. He was a great person, never said anything bad about anyone. He always gave everyone a fair chance. I consider myself lucky to have gotten to dispatch to him and his shift, they are the best guys in the world. There is so much I want to say but dont know how. I will never forget ~629~

Sarah Wheeler
Columbia County Sheriff's Office

Jeff,who was on my shift and my best friend will be greatly missed.When we would respond to calls together he would always make the best out of the worst scenes and usually had the victim smiling before he left.Jeff was an outstanding deputy who loved talking to people and done everything in his power to help any person in need.The deputies on my shift and I knew that if we called for back-up Jeff would usually be the first one there ready to assist his fellow Brothers. My Shift and I now know Jeff will be backing us up at every call we respond to.May God Bless the rest of Charlie Shift: Sgt. Wingate, CPL.Ball,DEP.Croft,DEP.Vargo,DEP.Greene,DEP.Bunton,and DEP.Dicks as we recover from the loss of our fallen Brother.May God also Bless Jeff's Loving Family,kristina and her Family,friend's, and the rest of the Columbia County Sheriff's Office.GOOD-BYE #629.

deputy cecil brownfield
columbia county sheriff's office

Jeff, your encouragement during my transition from dispatcher to officer will not be forgotten - the same path that you travelled, knowing it was a lot more exciting on this side. Your smile and your style set you apart from other Deputies. I only hope that those that you touched will not forget the piece of YOU that was left in them! My family's prayers go out to your family, friends, Kristina and CCSO for their great loss.

Fallen but NOT forgotten... #629!

Officer Craig Strickland
Lake City Police Department

I myself was involved a tragic accident involving juveniles on April 7, 2002. Fortunately I survived my injuries. I would like to assure the parents that they are in my prayers and I hold the deepest sympathy for their loss. I did not know Dep Davis. However, I am associated with several individuals that did know him. They always referred to him with the utmost respect and honor. I am sure that he was a wonderful person, and a wonderful law enforcement officer who was a credit to his agency. I am truly saddened by another fallen brother while performing his duties. My understanding is that he made the ultimate sacrifice. Had he not swerved to avoid the pedestrians he would have struck them. Deputy Davis was probably a hero before ever becoming a sworn law enforcement officer. It is unfortunate that these circumstances are the ones he had to display is heroism.

Dep. Darrell J Rhoten
Gilchrist County Sheriff's Office

Jeff,

Your strong Christian values and beliefs are an inspiration to my family. We are reassured in knowing that you are now with our Lord Jesus. Your life by Earthly measures was shortened – But you will live into eternity. God Bless you.

Stephen & Nita Hice

To Our Dearest Jeff & Those Who Came To Remember Him-
These past two weeks have been surreal. Surely this is not true. you were so happy and alive. This feels like a nightmare that we cannot awake from. Our only comfort is that you are happy and whole and in the arms of Jesus. You can be such an inspiration to those who remain here on earth. You lived your life to the fullest, followed your dreams, and loved the Lord. The greatest gift we can now give is to share Jesus with others that are hurting and asking, "Why?". To anyone who reads this letter, God loves you. He loved Jeff so much he called him to be near his side. God saw the same things in Jeff that we saw. He saw a person who was happy and content. He saw someone who loved his life and loved to serve God. Did Jeff always make the right choices? Was he perfect? Of course not. God is a forgiving God. No matter what choices you have made in your life God will forgive you. You can find the joy that filled Jeff's life. You can find the hope that keeps his family and friends carrying on everyday. Trust in God. Ask Jesus Christ to be your Savior. Call a local church and speak with a minister. As a family friend stated,"We prayed for healing for Jeff. We prayed that God would do a miracle. God did a miracle and he answered our prayers. Jeff has the ultimate healing, he is with God." God is the ultimate healer.

To the Deputy's that work to keep our lives safe, please be careful and walk with God. There is no greater comfort than to love the Lord. To Jeff, we miss you and love you. We will be waiting to see you again in Heaven.

God Bless-Love you always,
Your Brother John, Melissa and your loving nephew Branden

Melissa Davis
Family

Jeff, You touched the hearts of all who knew you. You were an example to us all. We think of you everyday, your big smile,contagious laugh and absolute love of life. I pray for peace in the hearts of your family and friends. You were certainly something wonderful and will truly be missed. We will see you again #629, but until then thanks for being you.

Anonymous

May god be with you always Deputy Davis, and you will never
be forgotten by your brothers in blue.

Sgt. J. Dowd (Ret.)
NJ DOC SOG K9 UNIT

I JUST WANT TO START OUT BY SAYING THIS IS A TRAGIC AND UNFORTUNATE ACCIDENT THAT TOOK THE LIFE OF A GOOD FRIEND. I WENT TO THE POLICE ACADEMY WITH JEFF. WE HAD A VERY SMALL CLASS AND THE ONE THING I REGRET IS NOT TALKING TO MY OTHER CLASSMATES MORE OFTEN AFTER GRADUATING INCLUDING JEFF.HE WAS A UNIQUE PERSON ONE WHO I KNEW TO BE VERY CARING ABOUT OTHERS AND A PERSON WITH A GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR. JEFF ALWAYS TRIED TO BE THE ONE TO LIGHTEN THE MOOD WHEN THINGS GOT TENSE. JEFF AND I OFTEN TALKED ABOUT WHY WE WANTED TO BE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.OUR ANSWER WAS ALWAYS "TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY AND HELP OTHERS". JEFF MADE A DIFFERENCE AND GAVE EVERYTHING TO HELP OTHERS.I WILL MISS JEFF GREATLY AND WILL NEVER FORGET HIM.

PTLM. JON HEPLER
FERNANDINA BEACH POLICE DEPT.

I WOULD LIKE TO SEND THIS TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF DEPUTY JEFF DAVIS, AND THAT MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU. JEFF WAS A GOOD FRIEND. HE WAS A REALLY SPECIAL PERSON WITH A BIG HEART AND A PASSION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. I ALSO WENT THROUGH THE ACADEMY WITH JEFF. WE ARE ALL GOING TO MISS HIM ALOT, BECAUSE HE WAS PART OF OUR LITTLE FAMILY AT THE COLLEGE. IT WAS A LONG NINE MONTHS AND TO THINK THAT SOMETHING THIS TRAGIC WOULD HAPPPEN TO SUCH A GOOD HEARTED PERSON DEEPLY SADDENS ME. BUT I KNOW THAT HE DIED DOING WHAT HE LOVED TO DO.
JEFF I WILL MISS YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.
REST IN PEACE #629

RES. DEP. TOMMY ROBERTS
SCSO

~R.I.P 629 YOU WENT 10-07, BUT YOU DONT REALIZE YOU ARE NOW 10-08 YOU ARE WORKING WITH THE HEARTS AND SAVING SOULS IN YOUR DEPT. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU JEFF~

Anonymous

The family and friends of deputy Davis are in our prayers. It saddens me each day that a brother or sister is taken from us. You have served your community well my friend. May you rest in peace.

Ofc. Darrell Jones
Lexington, Kentucky

Patrolman Darrell Jones
Lex. Fayette Urban Co. Police

I wish I had a chance to know you better brother.You will not be forgotten.

Ali
CCSO

As I sit here reading of another loss I have no words. Sadness is all there is. I will just tell you, family and friends, that you are being prayed for and that the prayer is for peace and comfort.

Cathy Hill
Deputy Barrett Hill
e.o.w. 12/4/00

Greater Houston COPS

And another mother and father must cry, but God called a hero is called home.
To the Davis Family and The Columbia County Sheriff's Office, Your Florida neighbors to the South grieve with you. Deputy Davis, rest in peace my brother, we will continue the fight in your honor.

Anonymous

May God bless the family and friends of Deputy Davis.
We lost our daughter on May 4th to a car accident while responding to a call of an Officer in trouble. She was 24 years old. Seeing this report makes our broken hearts all the worse. we are so sorry.

Greg and Janice Pataki

Greg Pataki
Maryland-national Park Police

your courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten.

VSP