Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Well, Bill, today is your Birthday. We are leaving to go home tomorrow. I'll visit your headstone when I get there.
Aiden will be two on the third. He's growing so fast.
I'll be 7 months pregnant pretty soon. We are naming him William David. It's a good name. :)
It's going to be a lonely Chritmas without you.
Much Love.

Michelle Jones
Daughter-in-law

December 21, 2006

Hey Bill,
Well, today is your birthday, and you have been on my mind so much here lately. I am going to your gravesight to leave you flowers when i get off work, and i know you will not want me to cry, so i will try for you. I just wanted to tell you i love and miss you everyday and i'm sure heaven is a beautiful place this time of year.

Shannon Heath, emtp
good friend

December 21, 2006

Birl as your birthday approaches I am really feeling way down. I am trying only to remember the funny things that happened. It was alway so hard to suprise you on your birthday because it was so close to Christmas. You were always snooping around trying to figure out what you were getting. Thank God for your dearest friends, they always managed to help me to get something without you knowing about it. Trevor strung a bunch of blue lights on the tree you planted years ago. We aren't putting a tree up in the house this year. Doesn't seem much worth it without you. I ask Trevor and he didn't want to. Jones, I miss you something awful. I miss everything! I sit and remember that horrible day. I'll never be able to understand why. I looked at the pineapples at the store and have cried ever since. I know how you loved your Mom's pineapple upside down cake. When she wasn't able to make you one, I would always make sure you had it. Todd ask for one the other day and I was flooded with memories of your birthday.
You had good friends here on this Earth. David, Jaime and Jennifer have been like a rock for me and Trev. December 10th came and went, I thought of you nearly every second of that day. You never have to worry anymore or be upset. I miss ya with all of heart and all of my soul. Tanyea

December 16, 2006

I worked with Bill in Crossville many years ago at Mariner's Pointe resort. He was an outstanding man who loved his career and loved everyone around him. It was a great loss when we as a community lost him. Our prayers are with his family each and every day. He was one in a million, and will be missed by so many whose lives he touched.

Kim Whitney
Friend

December 8, 2006

Bill just wanted you to know i am burning 3 blue lights in my window for You Mike and Matt. Just so you know there is hardly a day goes by that I don't hear the name Bill Jones mentioned. You are sadly missed by all

PTLM Troy Wright
Kingston Police Dept

December 4, 2006

Bill,
You left this world in a second in a flash. You left this world to dang fast! You loved what you have done for many years on end. From the Marine Corp to the Police Depts and then as the Deputy you were! Many that read this memorial set up for you dont really know who you were! I know you and know who you are. You were a friend to many including those you had to take down. I know the times where you would help those out and those in need. Buy food for those in need or just give your coat a way to someone in need! You were a very good man BILL JONES and are strongly missed by those who new you. We are proud of the job you've always done. We will miss you BAM BAM may the LORD place you under his wings for all to see. Just what an angel should be.

Paramedic
Friend

November 16, 2006

Bill,
Time to do some catch up. We all still miss you, but wanted to let you know that JW and you know who that is,has finally gotten his life in gear. He has a full time job, that he likes, but not as much as law enforcement. He has a darling wife, second time is charmed and they are expecting their first child in May 2007. Thank You from the bottom of our hearts for the time you spent talking to him and the advice you gave about his personal life. He respected you and all you stood for. Your name is brought up quiet frequently and every one has a "Bill Jones Story". We have lost a lot of dear friends this year, but all of you guys are up there in heaven comparing stories about us, so I guess it is ok. I still get a huge lump in my throat and tears in my eyes every time I come to this website. The holidays are just around the corner and we are keeping your beautiful wife and kids in our prayers. Also, congratulations for being a GrandPa again. We will know what that is like in May, it is sad that you have to be old to enjoy grandbabies. It still made an old man's head swell so his hat doesn't fit. Makes things worthwhile. Sending our love and prayers for your "bunch". We know you are watching over all of us. GOD BLESS!!!

Friend
Friend

November 16, 2006

whats going on big man..anyways..im sitting here at school bored as hell..anyways im out.love ya

trevor
step son

November 16, 2006

Few defining forces have ever offered to die for you,
Jesus Christ, Police Officers and Soldiers
The first one died for your soul;
The others for your freedom, liberty, justice, safety and protection for all.

Thank you.

November 13, 2006

Just thinking about ya and wanted to tell you i miss and love you very much. Trev, if you read this, know that i have you in my prayers everyday, 'cause i know what it's like to lose a parent. Bill loved you so much, it used to make me smile to see you walk into the station behind him;)

shannon heath, emtp
good friend

November 11, 2006

hey bill,
i miss u so much they aint' a mintue in my life i don't think about u...u were such a role model for me..i looked to u more than i did any body in my life...i won't u to be with me as i am getting into law enforcement be with me every mintue.. i miss the days we had..i know christmas is coming up and i miss the times we worked the parade..but yea dav is getting a job at os...and i want u to be with him..and just watch out for him cause he is the only friend i have...he is teh only like role model i have now..i respect him more than anything i try to help him out all i can..but i sort of feel bad cause i feel like he does everything for me and i dont do nothing..but i love u soo much u don't even know and it bothers me..well rip..i miss u..love trevor

trevor wright
step son

November 10, 2006

Billy, it's Veteran's Day, I'm thinking of you today, yesterday and everyday. I close my eyes and it's like instant replay, memories of you; young and old, you are laughing, smiling, happy and so is everyone around you, I see it so clearly through tears of sadness (missing you) and joy (knowing your safe and sound home at last). Happy Veteran's Day, don't forget to send us a sign.

November 10, 2006

hey bill, just wanted to tell you that we miss you very much. there is not a day goes by that we don't think about you. rick misses you so much , he talks about you two working together at the crossville police dept, and he told me that you were his first partner and how much he learned from you. you are the best!!!!!!!!!! love and miss you rick and jill

rick and jill
good friend

November 3, 2006

Hey Bill! Well, Jeremy and I found out last night that we are having another little boy. It'll be your second grandson. I just wish he could have had the pleasure of meeting you and getting to know his Papaw. We all miss and love you so much.

Happy late Halloween.

*Michelle*

Michelle Jones
Daughter in law

November 1, 2006

Hey Boss, it is Halloween again. You know the streets will be crazy tonight. It is kinda hard to think you won't be here in Rockwood tonight sitting on a corner talking to everyone. Just know, you are always missed.

David

October 31, 2006

Hey Jonesy,

I'm just sitting here at work thinking about you and missing you. It sickens me everytime i pick up a newspaper and read about those "wastes of oxygen" and they have the nerve to be circulating bumper stickers about people supporting them. All i know, is they will get what's coming to them. The only peace i get, is knowing where you are now. I'll talk to ya later, love you.

shannon heath, emtp
good friend

October 27, 2006

Bill, our days don't get any easier. Grief is a hard battle. This situtation consumes my every thought. I see the newspapers and the media gives the boys everything they want. His last picture took up most of the upper front page. He with his thumbs up to his family. He should have a thumb down because that's where he is headed. Most of us can't understand why he is allowed to have the attention he so desperately and abruptly gets. We know as citizens he has rights but there is no reason for the spectacle he is allowed. Bill you done what you were suppose to do that day and you and Mike had to endure the ultimate sacrifice. Who would have ever thought you would be taken? Not so much as how soon and sudden but by those crazy cop hating cowards. There antics has went on for years but I truly believe had we had our current sheriffs administration the outcome would have been very different. You know it and most of us know it. There are people who may not ever recover from your moving on to a better place but when justice finally comes it may better the burden just a little. I pray every night for the coming of the day when the brothers get to check in with their maker. The sooner the better! This community can't continue on with all this slowing down of the system. The brothers know how to work it and one has to ask why a mental evaluation has to be performed? We know the outcome of that. The sad part is we know their nuts but we also know they knew what they were doing that day. We miss you and hope you are keeping up the lighter side of heaven. Continue watching over us and patroling the streets of gold. You are in a place of peace, and not left here to see all this turmoil.

October 21, 2006

bill it has been almost six months since those cowards took you from us i miss you so much thank you sir for being my friend and for all you done for me and my family i admir you bill for the impact you made on everyones life you touched i am so blessed to of had you in my life you are special to me thank you for taking the time to take care of all our kids in rockwood when they was out in town running around thanks for keeping them safe and being good to theme it meant alot to them and they all liked you and respected you you are a true born hero you have always been a hero but i know if you was here you would say that you are not a hero that you was doing what any officer would do and that is why your murder has hurt so many in there hearts because you was not a selfish man and you would probly say that you dont deserve all this mouring and cring for you but you are loved by many you told me one time that if this very thing happend to you that you didnt want any one to cry for ever one to be happy for you that you would be at peace i know you are but i cant help but to cry i miss my special bill you would be so happy with your fellow officers they are making sure justice is done for you and mike bill if you see my mom aroud up there tell her i said hi i will see you all again some day hows the fish biting in heaven for you and mike as you always said to me see me a special friend

billy mclean
special friend

October 20, 2006

hey there...bill now i know that i with you everyday since i was very little..your a man that i looked up too and you have lead me on the right track...i know that if you were here and the people that won't get on here and run there mouth that you would have something to say to them...people tell me all the time that if they see you that they see me too...i miss the nights where me and you were riding around in the patrol and we would get calls and you wouldn't even won't to answer them cause people are ignorant and they don't know when to quit running their mouths..i can tell that i am getting the bill jones attitude cause i don't even like going to walmart cause im like you don't want to be around people. anyways im just sittin here at class reading your reflections and looking at idots write IMMATURE statments about your martial stautus..but who cares ...I know the truth and thats all that matters...i saw your mother the other day..i love her shes a sweetheart..and lynn i told her i had the chicken pocks...lol...it was crazy....anyways i got to i have a big class.....bye for now...

Trevor
step son

October 19, 2006

Billy, it is fitting that the community is honouring you for your dedicated and loyal service. You were an officer of high caliber and went beyond your call of duty in helping others no matter what the consequences. It seems such a long time that you left us so unexpectedly, although it is only 5 months. It is great that your friend and fellow officer, Mike Brown who was also your ride along partner is receiving such honours. After all, Mike, a former cop who was medically discharged after having a stroke, continued to protect and serve by riding along with you whenever the need arises in spite of his disability. You were then the only deputy on patrol with Mike as your partner. You were like brothers, camping and fishing and you both died protecting each other. I do not know how one of you would have lived if the other had survived. " No man hath any greater love that he laid down his life for his brother". Rest in peace, Bam-Bam you have done your job well, we all miss the hero.

To the family of Mike Brown: I did not know Mike personally but his friendship with Bill was one that only law enforcement officers will comprehend. They both laid down their lives for each other in the most dreaded moments. My sympathy and love goes out to you and especially his parents. I know that you are proud of him, he died as a hero protecting the citizens of his community.
Mike, rest in peace and continue on your beat. You have done your duty. Say hello to Bill and do not let him feel lonely.

a friend of bill jones

October 18, 2006

Billy, It was wonderful to see how you touched the lives of so many peoople that you came into contact with, by the outpouring of love, which eminated from the motorcycle ride on your day - "Bill Jones Day", September 30, 2006. I know that you would have laughed at all this fuss, but nevertheless you would have held your head high knowing that you have served well, even in the last moments of your life. I sincerely hope that your sacrifice was not in vain and that your communities will be a safe haven for all citizens. You were a fair and kind man, a wonderful friend, loyal collegue and all can atttest that your deeds were only to serve and protect. Being tall and handsome, 53 years old, a law enforcement officer with a colorful career, it amazes me that someone did not grab you and marry you. After all, you were divorced since 1999. You left us as a single man.
Billy, enjoy Heaven and remember you are deserving to sit at the right hand of the Almighty.
You have left an ache in the hearts of all those who love you, we are many. We will meet one day where justice will be served and all will be rewarded. Until then, now is your time, rest in peace. Miss you alot.

a friend

October 11, 2006

Bill,
Today, October 4, 2006, just four months after your life was taken away so brutally, I was driving in downtown Kingston, and saw a bumper sticker that read: "I Support The Houston Family". At first this filled me with anger. But as time passed, I was filled with sadness that these individuals will never know the Bill Jones that we all knew, loved and miss dearly. Among God's greatest gifts are the gifts of family and friends. Our journey here on earth is but brief and I thank God for the privilege of having you as my friend. The God who orchestrates this universe has a good many things to consider that have not occured to me, and it is well that I leave this bumper sticker to him. Via con Dios. (Go with God) and enjoy the beauty of His presence.

Friends,
Vickie Owens
Corrections Office

Vickie Owens, Corrections Officer
Roane County Sheriffs Office

October 4, 2006

Jonesy
Still missing you. Still wishing things like that wouldn't happen to such good men. The boys and I still talk about you all the time. Tell the angels we said hello!

Tina
friend

September 30, 2006

Well, just as you would figure, memories and stories still fill the room about Bam Bam. Trevor and I have a project going on, that if accomplished, will be a great thing. I know you would want it that way.

I still just cant realize that when I come over to see everybody, you arent in the back yard burning something or breaking something, 90% of the time being your patrol car. Just know Boss, you will always be remembered and missed.
"All gave some, but some gave all" Thanks

Laxton

September 27, 2006

Billy,
Chris told me about this site being able to leave a message.
As you know i started here in Roane County working the Rockwood area. Meeting you there and having a friend. Finding out that we were both Marines had another reason for the brotherhood. Having to respond to calls where the law enforcement was needed, it was always a relief to see you showing up. I knew my saftey was in good hands. Then i was moved to Harriman and didn't get to see you very often. Finally being moved to Kingston. Shortly thereafter you started with the sherriff's office. I didn't know you were "south of the river" until seeing you on the call with the drunk lady. Right there we caught up, shaking hands. I remember being called out to the suicidal patient and having dispatch call you back out to secure the scene before we would go in. I remember once again shaking your hand and talking shop together. I didn't realize that Mike was with you then. He stayed in the patrol car. I remember you asking why we needed to have law enforcement on such calls and on what type of calls. I remember telling you because we never know what could happen. That EMS personnel have been shot or harmed on such calls. I remember the dreadful day when i received the call of possible two officers down. I remember responding "south of the river" hoping and wishing out loud to my partner, "God i hope it's not Bill." I remember pulling up with all the local law enforcement officers lined up all along the road. I remember them all already walking with tears in the eyes. I remember knowning what the result was going to be. I remember asking Gary who it was. I remember being told it was you. I remember being told only one of us paramedic's could go in to assess. I remember walking in and seeing your patrol car there which had bullet holes puncturing the sides. I remember Mike on the ground. I remember seeing you through the front windshield. I remember exactly how you sat. I remember everything....I miss you by brother in life, in law enforcement, as a fellow Marine. I will never forget, the memory is etched in my mind always...Sempr Fi, till we meet again to guard the golden gates....Paul

Paul Fawcett Jr
Roane County EMS

September 22, 2006