Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

bill i found this poem, I have thought of you every since that day I have had a hard time with this. You were a very special friend I don't have you here to talk to anymore but I know in my heart you are here. God Bless your family and friends I promise that you will never be forgoten your words of wisdom will carry on I hope to see you in Heaven when my duty is done so that we can talk again like we use to do, you were the best officer or friend anyone could have had thanks for being "YOURSELF"

"GODS REWARD"
It was difficult to say goodbye to everyone that day.
I'm just so sorry you had to find me that way.
From the moment you heard an officer down
I heard all the prayers until I was found.
When you took your oath placed your badge over your heart
You knew this was a possibility yet you didn't hesitate to start.
Now that it's happened to me, your feelings you cannot hide.
Those feelings of sorrow and grief,don't hold them inside.
Get mad,yell,scream and shout if you must.
But when your through,it's the law and God you must trust.
Remember it's only my body on earth that is gone.
There is much yet to do, you must remain strong.
Please always remember and never forget
Your vow to do your best to serve and protect
I had a purpose on earth and now my task is through
Gods reward is priceless I'm now an angel in blue!!!
Look at my death as a beginning and not as an end
My spirit will never leave you for you are my Friend.

love ya Bill Jones / Brother

Chris Weddington NREMTP
ROANE COUNTY EMS

May 31, 2006

Deputy Jones, Family,Friends and Co-Workers, our prayers are with you. May God Bless you and May your love one rest in peace.
D.Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01

May 31, 2006

To the Jones Family:
I know that your pain is great and the days are long short one of your family members, but your life will go on with Bill's memories and the love he had for your family. I can only say that I know what you are going thru and it is tough. It has been 2 years since my husband Jason was killed, but nothing has ever made that pain go away. I just keep in my head that GOD had this plan for him and I must deal with it to the best I can, and live my life day by day till we reunite again in heaven. I know that Bill was hero and I am sure that he is walking the streets of heaven protecting and serving just as he did here on earth. Just remember your memories that you had, and know that your family in blue is there for you and is praying and thinking of you daily.

Joni Scott
Wife of Jason Scott Loudon County Sheriff's Dept. EOW 3-12-2004

May 30, 2006

I can only hope that I can become an officer of Bill's caliper. Not knowing him but reading these words has solidified why we do this. Rest well brother, don't get in to many chariot pursuits.

K.W. Foristal

Reserve Officer K.W. Foristal
Tulsa Police Department

May 30, 2006

Deputy Sheriff Jones, thank you for your service. My prayers are with your family and friends.

Tim Reise

May 30, 2006

Deputy Sheriff Jones,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Roane County. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous
Anonymous

May 27, 2006

My precious brother-God said he would put no more on us than we could bear but my heart hasn't hurt like this since we lost daddy. You have been thru and seen a lot during your time on earth and I know your soul is at rest now. NO-ONE can ever hurt you again and I just pray that EVERYONE resposible for taking you away from us will be brought to justice. You have always been a hero to me. Sylvia reminded me of something that happened a life-time ago. You hadn't been with the Crossville P.D. very long because I was still a senior. You were called to a disturbance at a softball game in Monterey where me, Sylvia, Marcia and a few others were watching her brother's game. You looked at me and said, "Rose Marie how is it going to look if I have to call mom to come and get you?"
Please ask God to heal our mother's tender heart-emotionally and physically. I am truly worried about her.
My heart is full of wonderfull memories of us growing up together and a pain so great it hurts to breathe. Mama was telling someone about daddy buying you a stick horse when you were little to replace the stick you were using but you looked at it, then looked at your stick and put the stick horse in a corner and took off on your imaginary ride. I love you with all my heart!
Forever Your Sister

Rose
Sister

May 26, 2006

My deepest sympathies go out the Jones family and the entire Roane County Sheriff's Office for their tragic loss of a fellow brother. Your gone but not forgotten, thanks for your service and dedication you are truly a HERO.

R.I.P Deputy Jones We'll take it from here
10-7,10-42 God Bless

COI
WV Division of Juvenile Services

May 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers at this incredibly difficult time.

Michigan Department of Corrections
Friend of Peuty Perry Fillmore EOW 4/27/04

May 26, 2006

The following was read by Chaplian Lt. Gary Nelson of the Kingston City Police Department at Deputy Jones' funeral. It was written by an anonymous Police Officer from Roane County.

Today we will hold our heads proudly high, unafraid of letting our tears show, because Bill would have.

Today we will comfort one another, embracing our fellow officers to help heal their grief, because Bill would have.

Today we will hold tight to our loved ones hands, kiss our children, hug our grandchildren, and tell our families how much we love them, because Bill would have.

And tomorrow, after the flag is folded, the 21 guns have quieted, with amazing grace and taps still echoing in our minds we will rise up and without fear, prejudice, or hesitation we will continue our mission.

Pride and honor will drive us to serve and protect the fine citizens of Roane County, because we know without a doubt in our heart, that Bill would have.

But as we face the dangerous unknown we will bow our heads and repeat the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends,” because Bill Jones has.

anonymous

May 25, 2006

BILL, I REMEMBER THE DAYS IN CROSSVILLE WHEN I FIRST START OUT IN LAW ENFORCEMENT. I REMEMBER INSERVICE TRAINING WITH YOU. I KNOW YOU ARE PATROLLING THE STREETS OF GOLD TALKING WITH FRIENDS THAT HAVE WENT BEFORE.BAM BAM YOU ARE THE BEST.REST WELL MY BROTHER. LOOK AFTER US AS WE CARRY ON THE FIGHT DOWN HERE.GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY HELP THEM HEAL.

LT.LEN BLEVINS
FAIRFIELD GLADE PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT.

May 25, 2006

What a tragic event. Thank you brother for your service and commitment to law enforcement...... you will not be forgotten.

Senior Officer D.W.Reichhardt
Virginia State University Police Department

May 25, 2006

It has been two weeks since I heard your voice. Who would have ever thought that our last conversation would be about what time to meet for Trevor's graduation award ceremony. I miss you till I ache. The void in my heart is unbearable. I find comfort in knowing how much you were loved by all. You left quite a mark on the community. It is unreal how many people have came to me and told me the good things you have done for them. Just yesterday, a young man told me you arrested him on 3 occasions and you were so nice. I feel so proud of you.
I don't know how I will get along without you but I pray constantly for strength to get us through this. I have never seen Trevor in the shape he is in. He truly lost his best friend. The guys are taking care of him. You would be so proud. They have stepped up to bat and are working to give him the guidance that you would have gave. You always told me you would die in a "shoot em' bang bang". I just wish it hadn't been so soon. God needs you in Heaven and I have to come to terms with that.
I don't think you realized how this community loved you. Everyone has pulled together to be our guardian angel in this horrible time.
I have done everything in my power to be sure I done things the way you wanted them done. I feel good about it. I wish those talks we had about what should be done if something happened to one of us would not have been fulfilled so soon. I wasn't ready....I probably never would have been ready. I love you with all of my heart and I will ensure your memory will be on this Earth for as long as God gives me breath.
Love ya,
Tammy

May 25, 2006

THIS IS TO ALL THAT HAS SENT WORDS OF THANKS TO ALL MY FAMILY DURING OUR TIME OF GREIF.WE WANT TO THANK YOU ALL PERSONALLY BUT THAT IS NOT POSSIBLE. BILL WAS A HERO TO ALL WHO MET HIM OR WORKED WITH HIM.HE WAS MY HERO FROM DAY ONE WHEN OUR MOTHER BROUGHT ME HOME TO HIM.I WAS HIS "Little Brat" THANK YOU TO ALL OUR FAMILIES NEAR AND FAR.
THE JONES AND INGA FAMILES

lynn jones-inga
sister snd family

May 24, 2006

My heart was touched when I read what happened to Deputy Sheriff Bill Jones. I am thankful that we were blessed with such great heroes among us. I too participate in civilian ride alongs, and was distraught to hear that the civilian was also killed. This will not deter my goal of becoming a law enforcement officer. God Bless...

Sabrina Rascon, Intern
Oregon State Police

May 23, 2006

Bill, I miss you very much. Thank you for everything you have done for Roane County.

Deputy Adam Wilson
Roane County Sheriff's Department

May 23, 2006

Thanks for protecting our community! Tell Jesus I said Hi.

Isaac Westmoreland Age: 8
Ridgeview Elementary

May 22, 2006

I love you Bill Jones. I miss seeing you at Ridgeview Elementary. I'll see you soon in Heaven.

Kelsey Westmoreland Age: 5
Ridgeview Elementary

May 22, 2006

Another great hero of the law has fallen in the line of duty. What I can tell about you, you was one hell of a man and one hell of a police officer lay to rest brother your home and do us a favor bam bam JONES have them blue lights waiting at the gate IN LOVING MEMORY OF OFFICER AND DEPUTY SHERIFF BILL JONES....

state trooper in training
Mississippi Highway Patrol

May 22, 2006

Rest in peace my brother. Protect those of us remaining as we continue the watch. We will see you again on Heaven's streets.

Virginia Officer
Newport News Police Department

May 21, 2006

While reading all the reflections on your page, it is evident that you left a lasting impression on your community, co-workers, family and friends. The loss of a law enforcement veteran such as you will be felt for a long time. My condolences to thr Roane County Sheriff's Office.

PO
N.Y.P.D.

May 21, 2006

After losing someone so dear to me in a similar manner, I can tell you that I have taken for granted how much the support of others can be helpful during these tough times. I truly understand your pain in Tennessee.

I am sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Officer Murphy

Police Officer Christine Murphy
Philadelphia Police Department

May 21, 2006

It's obvious by reading over the reflections you were a great man and a highly respected officer. I know you're extremely proud of the impact you have made on so many lives during your service. May God grant peace and comfort to your family and friends during these troubled times.

Brian Henderson
FBI

May 21, 2006

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
Collns Fire Dept.

May 20, 2006

I REMEMBER THE FIST TIME I MET YOU . I HAD JUST STARTED WITH ROCKWOOD,AND WAS ON DAY SHIFT . ME AND TUBBY STOPPED BY AND YOU WERE SITTING ON YOUR FRONT PORCH DRINKING A CUP OF COFFEE ENJOYING THE COOL JUNE MORNING . TUBBY INTRODUCED US AND THE FIRST THING YOU SAID WHAT THE HELL YOU DOING ON FIRST SHIFT . YOU NEED TO BE ON MY SHIFT . EVENTUALLY I MADE IT TO YOUR SHIFT. YOU ALWAYS TOOK CARE OF YOUR MEN AND LOOKED AFTER THEM , ALWAYS TO BE SURE THEY HAD THINGS TO GET BY WITH ON AND OFF DUTY . ONE OF THE THINGS WE LIKED WAS JOHN WAYNE MOVIES . I FELT HONERED WHEN YOU GAVE ME SOME OF YOUR JOHN WAYNE MOVIES SEVERAL MONTHS BACK . BANG , BANG , SHOOT EM UP YOU CALL EM . BILL I'M GONNA MISS YA . FOR THE TIME I GOT TO KNOW YA I'M GONNA SAY SOMETHING ONLY YOU COULD SAY IN THAT VOICE OF YOURS " SON... I'M AH THANK'EN YA "

DEP. TRAVIS "TINY" FOUTS #729
ROANE COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT .

May 20, 2006