Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Precious Jon,
Not a day goes by that I do not think of you. Your absence continues to mark each day, but I try not to spend too much time imagining what might have been.
Miss you.
Love you.
Mom B.

DEBBIE BREWER
FAMILY

May 27, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the fourth anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

May 18, 2009

To Lance Corporal Jonathan Wade Parker, his family and his fellow officers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Lance Corporal Parker’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Lance Corporal Parker and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff

May 16, 2009

Parker,

I am sitting at my computer, working on a term paper that is due tonight. It is on the Highway Patrol, part of a government class that I am taking. As I write this paper all I can do is think of you, the hunting we did, all the ROTC events over the fours years we where in it together, the old Scout that you were so proud of... I think it was a Scout. I digress... Lucy and I remember May 15th very well. We were watching TV and a breaking story came on about a fallen trooper in Sumter County. Lucy said, "God, please don't be Parker..." As the story broke, we learned that it was you and very deeply, deeply saddened... I immediately called Capt. Andrews to let him know.

We miss you and think about you often.

-Bean SHS c/o '93

Brian D. Bean
High School Friend

November 30, 2008

JON STILL MISS THE K9 DAYS FROM SUMTER AND OUR TALKS IN THE SWAMP WHEN I WAS ON THE WAY HOME MISS YOU BROTHER...

DEPUTY DAVID LUCAS
RICHLAND COUNTY SO

October 30, 2008

I think of you every day and miss you so much.
Love,
Mom B.

Debbie Brewer
family

October 7, 2008

My son's name is Jonavan Wade Parker
and I am very proud of him. The name
was so close - I wanted to tell you
my heart hurts for your sorrow.

Jonavan Wade Parker

September 2, 2008

There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Missing you now and forever.

Sue

July 17, 2008

Thinking of you on the 3rd anniversary of your EOW. So sad reading how much you are missed and rightly so and the hideous tragedy of your death. To know you was to love you. You were blessed with wonderful parents, ma-in-law, a precious sweetheart, and sisters as well as co-workers whose lives have been forever altered. I am happy that you followed your dream, but so many things were left undone. Our only consolation is that you are deliriously happy with the Lord and the cares of this world are far from you. One day there will be a happy reunion when those who love the Lord as you did will be reunited. Until then, my heart breaks for all those missing you and for how much you meant to them. You found your purpose in life and you lived your life glorifying the Lord. Now you can enjoy your time with Him for all eternity. With love from one coast of America to the other.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

May 17, 2008

TROOPER IT'S BEEN THREE YEARS TO THE HOUR SINCE SOUTH CAROLINA LOST A HERO. I KNOW THAT YOU HAVE BEEN LOOKING OUT FOR THE ONES OF US STILL ON WATCH. THANK YOU BROTHER AND AS ALWAYS I'AM SORRY.

RUDY TISDALE
CLARENDON S.O./USMS TFO

May 16, 2008

Thinking of you on this day and all of your loved ones as they again get through this terrible time. You are carried forever in that special place in their hearts and thought of every day. There are no magic words I can offer to comfort them except to talk about you to anyone who will listen, thus keeping your memory alive. You are a true hero and will not be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

May 16, 2008

Jon,
On the third anniversary of you leaving us, your absence in my life is still quite evident. There are days when I am ok and at ease with what has happened. Then there are the days like today when I am angry at the world because you are gone. Spring used to be one of my favorite times of year, but since you left I have come to despise the month of May. Everything during this time acts as a reminder of the day you were taken so senselessly. I can replay that day in my mind, just like I am watching television: you leaving that morning, me calling you and you not answering your phone, me sitting in the Wendy’s drive thru and watching an ambulance responding to a call not knowing that it was you they were going to, seeing my Dad standing behind me at work, seeing your Sergeant’s face when he walked into the room to tell me you were gone, and feeling the numbness that set in soon after learning the news. What a God forsaken day.

I know in my heart that you are ok, but that still doesn’t keep me from missing you. I am trying to move forward though, but when you are as stubborn as I am, it makes moving forward more difficult. I’m sure that my stubbornness doesn’t come as a surprise to you.

Until we meet again my love… I will always be your sarcastic, opinionated, stubborn wife.

I Love You!

Sue

May 15, 2008

It has been almost three years since last I saw you. I miss you as much as ever and will love you all the way to heaven.

Mom B.

Debbie Brewer
family

May 6, 2008

Thankyou TROOPER PARKER for your service and sacrifice, you are a true hero for us all to look up too. GOD bless your family. You will never be forgotten

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

April 18, 2008

Jon,

Today we would have celebrated eight years as husband and wife. Instead of celebrating this day together, I sit here alone reminiscing about the time and memories that we made together the five short years we were together. Thank you for loving me and being my husband and best friend. Your love and understanding is something that I will never forget. Loving and missing you everyday.

Sue
Surviving Spouse

February 19, 2008

Trooper Parker, Trooper Haynes

I just wanted to thank you both for your dedication and selfless service to our Nation. You both are the eptitome of what every person should strive to grow up to be. My brothers and sisters in the Military salute your courage and commitment to making the world a better place. God Bless both of you and your loved ones.

SFC Mac

SFC McGregor
U.S. Army

February 15, 2008

Jon,
When I heard this song it really hit home because it is all I would ask for. I miss you.

I wish I could tell you
the things I never got the chance to
I wish I was with you now
to see you smile again
I wish we had more time
but time goes by so fast

The moment comes and
Then the moment passes by
In the blink of an eye

And If I had one wish
I Wouldn't ask for money
I wouldn't ask for fame
I wouldn't ask for the power to
make this world change
If i could have one thing
that one thing that I would chose
is one more ordinary day with you
With you

I wish I could see you
and be there where my arms could reach you
i wish I could let you know
how much you touch my life
maybe a little time is all the time we get
The Words we long to say are words that go unsaid
you can go back again

But if I had one wish
I Wouldn't ask for money
I wouldn't ask for fame
I wouldn't ask for the power to
make this world change
If i could have one thing
that one thing that I would chose
is one more ordinary day
With you

I wish we had more time
Time goes by so fast
The moment comes and
Then the moment passes by
In the blink of an eye

But if I had one wish
I Wouldn't ask for money
I wouldn't ask for fame
I wouldn't ask for the power to
make this world change, no
If i could have one thing
that one thing that I would chose
is one more ordinary day
Just one more ordinary day with you
with you

Sue
Surviving Spouse

January 18, 2008

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

November 16, 2007

Parker~

I recently received the neatest "Armor of God" coin from Chief Manson of (Savannah) Ports Authority Police. It refers to Ephesians 6:11-18 and I thought you might like to hear about it.

"Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

"For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

"Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

"Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;

"And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

"Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

"And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:

"Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints."


... still got your back...

Dep R.D. Fernandez
Bryan County Sheriff's Department, GA

October 1, 2007

Life goes on; the seasons turn--Sunday is the first day of autumn, the tenth season to arrive since you left. I think of you every day. I remember the things you did for me, like make me a bamboo windchime, line the shelves in the kitchen after "the flood," replace the door stop in the foyer, help construct the deck; cook supper for us one night during the ice storm when we had no power; and most especially, and not "for me", but for loving our baby girl and making a home for her.
Miss you, always.
Love,
Ma

Debbie
family

September 20, 2007

Trooper Parker,
I want to start off by saying thank you for giving the ultimate sacrifice to the great state of South Carolina. At a very young age and as a south carolina native, i wanted to be a state trooper and after reading about how you and other troopers gave everything to keep the state of south carolina safe, i cant wait to join the highway patrol when i get out of the Marine Corps. My dad is a police officer and i dont know what I would do if we lost him. I thank you and your entire family for the inspiration to go the extra mile and make a difference.

LCpl B.L. Redd
United States Marine Corps

August 16, 2007

It is an awesome job and responsibility that we carry every day to protect the lives of the citizens of our great states. We all know that death is a possibility every time that we put on that uniform, but our dedication to our state and the love of helping people motivate us to continue the fight.

My prayers and thoughts are with the Parker family, and I was very pleased to read that the maggot got what he deserved. I want to give Trooper Parker a salute for paying the ultimate price so the people of SC can sleep better at night.

Trooper First Class
GA State Patrol

August 3, 2007

Jon,
I still can't believe that it has been a little over two years since you were taken from us. Time now moves at a different pace than it once did. So much has happened in the time since you left. I always tell myself that if I make it through whatever the circumstances are everything will be ok, but it never is. You still don't come home once it is over.

I miss you more with everyday that passes. If you only knew how much you are loved and missed... I know you would be tickled beyond words, and you would have that huge grin on your face.

I am reminded daily that you are ok when I am outside and see or hear a blue jay calling. Eventhough I know you are ok, it still doesn't remove this void I have in my heart and life. I love you and miss you terribly.

Sue

Sue
Spouse of Trooper Parker

July 11, 2007

Well, Jon, justice was done on your behalf yesterday. You would have been so proud of Susan as she stood before the Judge and read a moving tribute to you and the life you two had together. Oh, if only....
Miss you, always. You will NEVER be forgotten.
Love,
Ma B.

Debbie Brewer, Mother-in-law
family

June 7, 2007

Trooper Parker, at least some justice was done as the man who killed you was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison today (6/6/07). Rest in peace, brother.

Anonymous

June 6, 2007