Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace Brother

Deputy Bennett
Henry County Sheriff's Dept.

May 15, 2006

IT WAS HARD BEING AT WORK TODAY JONES. ALL DAY I KEPT THINKING ABOUT YOU, WISHING YOU WAS STILL HERE, WISHING THERE WAS SOMETHING I COULD DO TO MAKE YOU COME BACK.

CO-WORKER
RCSO

May 15, 2006

How many times before we get serious. I didn't know you but I know a lot just like you. Thanks, rest in peace and
we will try to continue what you started. If a family member
reads this I hope after all the tears you realize you aren't alone and never will be as long as one police car somewhere is rolling. God Bless You.

A BROTHER

May 15, 2006

To Bill's Family
I know that you know how good a man Bill really was, especially to the children. I am a grateful Mom - grateful for the respect and love that Bill showed my boys when they were being less than upstanding citizens. Bill tried so hard to show them the right path. He was never rude or harsh with them, no matter what they did. He respected them - even when they were doing wrong. He was always kind to me, understanding and thoughtful in the way he spoke to me and tried to help me when my boys were not doing as they had been taught. I want you to know that I credit Bill (we always called him Jonesie) for being instrumental in turning my sons in the right direction.

I also want to tell you a little story that also reflects how we all felt about Jonesie. I was driving down HWY 27 one day when I saw Jonesie standing out in the middle of the southbound lane. His patrol car was on the side, with two vehicles already pulled over, and his blue lights shining. He was "pointing" another car over at the time. Imagine that, a policeman that was so respected - the driver of the car he was pointing to obediently pulled over too. I remember laughing all the way home at our Officer Jonesie. I will miss him. My boys will miss him. May God hold you, his family, in his hands. I know he will be holding Jonesie by the hands as he enters the gates.
A Grateful Mom
Tina Nealon

Tina Nealon
A Grateful Mom

May 15, 2006

Thank you Bill for your dedication, commitment and service for the past 25 years. May God comfort the family and the Roan County Sheriff's Dept. during this time of sorrow.

B.S.P.D.

Chaplain Bryce Justice
Bean Station P.D.

May 15, 2006

May you rest in peace!! You will never be forgotten for your heroic efforts. Godspeed my brother!

P/O Joshua Bowman
Gates Police Dept. Rochester, NY

May 15, 2006

To the Jones family, you all are in our prayers every night. Words cannot express the sorrow and anger we feel. We pray for the families of these two men, and for our extended family....the RCSO. Stay Safe and God Bless.

Josh West
Candace West
K-9 Handlers, ORPD, TN

Psalm 37

K-9 Officers Josh and Candace West
Oak Ridge Police Department

May 15, 2006

First, I would like to say this about my friend Bill “Bam-Bam” Jones.

My condolences go out to his family, the Roane County Sheriff’s Department and all of his friends. His untimely death is a great loss to all.

I first met Bill in Crossville when he worked for the Crossville Police Department.
We worked out at the same gym. I was not even in Law Enforcement at the time.
He would take someone under his wing and always encouraged them to do their best, by coaching them to push the envelope in a positive way, whether it was working out at the gym or being a police officer.

He was always a positive influence to be around no matter what type of situation arose.

Later, I had the opportunity to be his partner on the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department from 1983 until 1986, I was in the first graduating class of POST certified Reserve Officers in 1984 with the CCSD and at that time I was treated like a rookie by most of the other officers, Bill took me under his wing and coached me in the right way to handle situations and police work. He was always constantly vigilant in my safety along with his and we still got the job done. We spent many hours on patrol. I knew the man behind the badge and the integrity he fearlessly stood for.

His untimely death is a double-edged sword. I know he would give his life for his partner and any citizen in harm’s way. He knew the risks, he was prepared, he was experienced at doing the right thing at the right time and nobody can convince me otherwise. Most of all he was doing the job he chose to make a career of. Dying in the line of duty is the highest honor that can be given to any Law Enforcement Officer. Bill deserves that honor. Sadly, at the same time it is a great loss to his family, the Roane County Sheriff’s Department, Roane County residents, and he will be surely missed by all that knew him.

I do pray that the cowards that killed by ambushing Bill Jones and his partner Mike Brown receive the appropriate measure of justice they deserve.

Isaiah 54:17
No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.

John Cunningham
(former partner) CCSD 1983-1986

May 15, 2006

Blessed are the peace keepers for they are the children of god.

May 15, 2006

Blessed are the peace keepers, for they are children of god.

May 15, 2006

Bill, There is a place in our heart that will never be filled. You have been a good friend and "camping neighbor" for a long long time. We will always treasure the hours spent around the camp fire just talking and telling "stories". We have watched you with Trevor since he was a litle boy trying to use that 30 lb. wedge to bust firewood. We saw the light on your face a couple of weeks ago when you stopped for a visit when we asked about Trevor. You just smiled that great big wonderful smile and your eyes just sparkled as you said, "Oh, you know Trevor, he's just Trevor!" Every time we see someone trying to build a campfire and just have smoke, we will think of you, you said you were part Indian and only built a fire for smoke signals anyway. We will miss you. The Roane Couty Sheriff's Department has lost a true and loyal officer and a wonderful friend. Bless you and your family.

Alvin Ward & Carol Jones
Friend

May 15, 2006

Rest in Peace, God be with you.

Lieutenant W.C. Lewis
Phenix City Police Dept (Alabama)

May 15, 2006

Your bravery and dedication to Law Enforcement, your family and your community shall never be forgotten. Rest in peace my brother, rest in peace.

Boone County Sheriff Dept. (Indiana)

May 15, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother. May God Bless Your Family and May You Watch Over All of Us As We Continue The Fight! Your Sacrifice Will Not Be Forgotten, Justice Will Be Done. You Served Well, Now Guard The Gates of Heaven and Guide Us, While Keeping Us Safe and Alert. May God Bless Every MOS. “Fidelis Ad Mortem”

PO
NORWICH P.D., CT

May 15, 2006

bill you always have been and will be my big brother i never had,you looked out for me,took care of me ,taught me alot about giving and recieving respect.i remember you taught me how to drive so i could go get my drivers license.and took me to take my driving test,thank you for being there for all the stupid teenage girl drama.you always had something to say to make me feel better.i think of so many things every day you did for me, i wish i had done more for you,thank you for every thing you did without hesitation when i needed you,i love you and i wish we had been closer these past few years.you are forever in my heart and you will always be to me my big brother.i am a better person because you your guidence along with mom and dad. you will never be forgotten,rest in peace knowing you made a difference in my life.i love you renee

renee luffman
friend

May 15, 2006

The Modern Knight

By oath and honor he is bound,
By faith he is so oft tried,
To protect strangers unknown,
He would dutifully die.
Daily he dons his armor,
At the start of each new day,
To meet the day with safety,
He doth pray.
Though modern are his trappings,
His shield-His vest,
He now bears the weight of badge and vest.
Be respectful of his arms and show him no ill,
For his responsibilities are great,
To enforce justice's will.
Thus, in these dark days when evil is alight,
Pray for your protector!
Yea, The Modern Knight!
MF

Patrolman Brandon Floyd
Clinton Police Dept.

May 15, 2006

D.S. Jones..you - your family - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time..please watch over them & your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!

mi state police recruit
mi

May 15, 2006

You gave the ultimate sacrifice which no one can fully know. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, there are many to carry on for you.

Trooper
Illinois State Police

May 15, 2006

Bill, We may have not seen eye to eye at times but I always respected you for the officer you were. You did not take crap off anyone and you were not afraid of anything (but spiders). My family and I do and will always love you and miss you. There was no one like you. Thank you for the things you have done for my family.Thank you and Tammy for being there when Thomas was born. Thank you for being a hero and ending a problem that should not have lasted this long.
To Tammy and kids, Ilove you and I will be here for you and with Gods help we can all make it though this.
Bill ,I am sorry for the bad times you and I had and I do look at you as a friend again THANK YOU BILL you are a hero and a great police officer and a good man.
Rest in peace & God bless

lavada vance
friend / ex- CO RCSD

May 15, 2006

You will never be forgotten by your brothers in BLUE!! R I P your watch is over we will take it from here. Your brothers in Michigan!!!

Ofc. J. Dixon
Brownstown Police Dept., MI

May 15, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Bill, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham Retired
Sand Springs Okla Police Department

May 15, 2006

A tragedy occured on May 11 that none of us will ever forget. Your professionalism and work ethic will always be remembered. Living in the same small town and being a co-worker makes this even harder to believe. Its not supposed to happen here. Rest well Bam Bam My Brother.

Trooper Carey Hixson
Tennessee Highway Patrol

May 15, 2006

Rest in peace,SIR! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

May 15, 2006

To the family of Deputy Bill Jones, I want to send my heartfelt sympathy in this hour of grief. Law Enforcement is more deadly than ever before. It is with sadness that Deputy Jones had to end his shift like this.
It is my sincere belief that God has made Deputy Jones very comfortable in heaven. Thank God for our men and women in uniform. Without their bravery, this world would reap of hideous lawlessness! May God give the family strength in this time of severe grief. But remember, other officers are grieving with you. Sincerely Tim Langley

Reserve Officer Tim Langley
East Carolina Police Department, Greenville NC. 27858

May 14, 2006

Deputy Jones, Thank you for being a HERO on May 11th! May the Lord watch over your family and department in this time of sadness.

Christine Liberty
Wife of Ofc FCPD

May 14, 2006