Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God saw you were getting tired, and nothing more could be done. So He put His arms around you, and whispered, "Come to Me." With tearful eyes we watched you suffer and saw you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, working hands were put to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the "Best."

As one year anniversary of Jason's death approaches do not be sad. Celebrate his life and know that he will be with his fellow officers and friends watching over them each and everyday until the time when you'll all be together again.

April 10, 2007

Don't think of them as gone away,
their journey has just begun.
Life holds so many facets,
this Earth is only one.
Just think of them as resting,
from the sorrows and the tears,
in a place of warmth and comfort,
where there are no days or years.
Think of how they must be wishing,
that we could know today,
how nothing but our sadness can really pass away.
And think of them as living in the hearts of those they touched,
for nothing loved is ever lost,
and they were loved so much.

Author unknown

In exactly 1 month and 24 days, it will mark the one year anniversary since we lost Jason. I hope everyone out their understands what these officers put on the line everyday they show up to work.....

Jason, we miss you and are forever saddened by your loss.

Amy Jishi
Friend

April 1, 2007

Jason is wrapped in the Lord's loving arms now.
I pray for his family & friends he was close to....may the Lord Jesus heal all of your broken wounds!
(Luke 4:18) (Isaiah 61:1) (Psalms 147:3)

prayer friend

March 26, 2007

Jason- It's just a few short weeks away, but here we go getting ready to pay honor to you in Washington DC. As we get ready for police memorial week, there is a lot of planning involved in both Washington and here back in the Heights at the (Mako) memorial. It's an honor and a privelige to travel to Washington to remember and pay tribute you, but I wish it didnt have to be. I wish nothing had changed, I wish you were still here and instead of going to DC, that we were getting ready for another golf outing. We had alot of good times, and I will never forget them. I thank you for the opportunity to get to know you, and thank you for coming into my life. You have made a difference in so many lives, and not many people can say that. With utmost respect for all that you were, you will live on through our memories.

ps: Nice job on the Meyers thing, he deserved it!!!!!!!!

Chops
dhpd

March 25, 2007

Jay,
A few weeks ago when Dave was in the accident...the thoughts of you rushed over everyone. Before we even knew what happened his emergency button went off (no one knows how) but we tried to raise him over the radio...but got no response. When the call came in that it was "Serious" and we were getting bits and pieces from the scene....it was unbearable! It brought us back to the that fateful day in May. A day that will forever be engraved in our hearts and minds, but we wish never to go back to//although most of us visit that day more often than not.

Everyday we find ourselves asking you watch over everyone & keep them safe/hoping you hear our prayers... on this day, WE KNOW YOU WERE THERE!!

Making the drive to U of M Ann Arbor to see Dave was so hard...it was just 9 months ago that we were on those same roads//rain beating down on the concrete with tears flowing down our faces to see you. We once again got lost...but eventually found our way. We found ourselves at the waiting area, we were flooded with the memory of all us gathered patiently awaiting to hear any news on your condition///and our hearts sank! We were given some relief when we saw Dave in his little hospital gown//begging us not to make him laugh because it hurt too bad!!

We are finding comfort in knowing that you were not only by Dave's side that night but your with us every night!! And we are forever grateful!

We miss you and think about you everyday!!!

Your Girls in Grey!
DHPD Dispatch

March 21, 2007

Jason I will keep you in my prayers I have heard great stories about you and I also remember when u came over in your squad car you were a great man. I'll keep you in my prayers rest in peace.

Quinlan Lockard

Quinlan Lockard
Cousin

March 19, 2007

Jason,

I do not know you but we are brethren. This year I will ride in your honor and memory during Police Week, as a member of the Police Unity Tour. Reading the reflections left by family, friends and colleagues, one can tell that you were a hell of an individual who is truly missed. So, for as long as I can pedal a bike, I promise that I will not let the memory of your ultimate sacrifice, or the ultimate sacrifice of all our fallen brothers and sisters be forgotten.

Rest in Peace.

John DeDona, AIG Investigations
U,S, Department of State

March 17, 2007

what a sad ending on earth...but a safe new beginning in eternity with our Heavenly Father. (2 Corinthians 5:8)
my prayers are for the Makowski family & friends. God understands & weeps also with your grief!!

March 16, 2007

Jason,

We are fast approaching the 1-year anniversary of your death and everything is still so fresh. You are thought about everyday and everyone misses you. Officers K. Myers and T. Beaudrie are bringing home 2 of the 12 "Top Cop" awards for their actions that night you were take away from us. I know you would be proud of them. I can't help but wonder if you were with Dave the night his patrol car was struck, they said had he been anywhere else but the driver's seat he whould not have survived the hit. Jason, keep looking out for your brothers and protecting them from above.

Jay, we miss you and are forever saddened by your loss. Rest easy and always know that we love you and will continue to pray for you.

FRIEND

March 7, 2007

You are thought of everyday and missed by so many, thank you for watching over friends and family.

February 23, 2007

Jay,
I think about you a lot. Some of us were remembering and talking about all the good times we had. For a second it felt like you were there with us. Just know that we miss you a lot and think of you often. Rest in peace.

Family

February 9, 2007

Hi Jason,

It's been some time since I last wrote but I've benn here everyday for the last 8 months, since then I have had the chance to talk to a relative of yours and he told me about that night at the hospital. I still find myself in tears everytime I think about it, but it was somewhat releaving to know that you knew everyone was with you that night. Keep watching out for your brother officers, Keep them safe and out of harms way. We miss you Jay, Rest Easy.

FRIEND

February 6, 2007

Hi Jason! I come to look at this page a lot and everytime I come back I hope its all a dream. Everything is still so fresh even though it was 8 months ago. The tears are slowly being covered by smiles and laughs when we think or talk about you. But still everyday we wonder if your coming in for t/e. And wait to have that attitude at the door when you come in and say hi with the way you popped your collar. Keep watching over us Jason we still need it. You are in all my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for everything you've done.

February 5, 2007

I have thought of you, your family and your department every day for the last 8 months. I wonder how they are coping. I hope that the laughter has returned to their daily lives, for that alone will keep you alive forever, if only in their hearts. I'm certain that they are thankful to have known you and honored to have had the chance to call you a friend.

God Bless you Jason

Sterling Hgts PD

January 31, 2007

Sir, your service will never be forgotten. Rest easy, Brother.

Deputy
Michigan

January 11, 2007

Hi Jason,
Happy New Year!!
I have been here quite a bit to read all that your family and friends have to say to you, but I have never written. It’s so hard at times because I feel their sadness and heartache so strong, it’s just too much to bear.
You and I met through my husband, your friend, and even though we would be considered acquaintances, I feel like I’ve know you my whole life. I’ve heard so much about you from all of the stories that my husband has told me. And for every story he still tells, I laugh, but it’s with a heavy heart, as I feel the pain that he has for losing such a good friend. I am still torn with my emotions at losing out at my chance to get to know you better, but with being happy that you no longer have to suffer this hell that we live in. I just wish your death would have happened in a less horrific way. You didn’t deserve to die that way.
I know you know this, but I must say - you live on, every day, through all these stories and all these letters that everyone sends your way. You were and will forever be a blessing in my life. I’ll never forget the first time I met you and I’ll never forget the last time I saw you. I know we’ll meet again some day soon, but until we do, know that you’re always in my thoughts. I ask one favor of you - Please, continue to watch over your Brothers as they continue their tour and walk their beat. Walk their walk, talk their talk and continue to keep your hand on their shoulder, we are forever grateful.
Wife of a DHPD Officer

January 8, 2007

First of all, Thanks to Amy for that awesome posting, WOW, it was truly heart warming. I was both sad and happy for Jason all at once. I think it's impossible that anyone who posts or visits this site did not think that Jay was actually talking to us through your posting.

"Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

I personally know this to be true for me and many others, I know Jay walks with us every morning, noon, and night. I have been fortunate enough to feel his protection and his watchful eye over us. For those that have not felt him watching over us, YOU WILL-------------remember that next time you encounter a situtation that could have ended in disaster that maybe, just maybe, you had protection from above.

Jay-You are missed everyday by all of us. We miss your friendship, leadership, guidance, and your smart ass personality. Once you made us laugh, and now we cry. We will never forget you. I just hope and pray that you were not taken for nothing, please help others realize that your death was not in vain-Hell yes, it can be a dangerous job, but it's what we love to do. Please watch over us when we are in harms way, when we make crucial decisions, and when we are just plain careless. It happens to all of us, but Jay, you rest on our shoulders-dont stop protecting us now.



We Love you, man.

Chops

January 5, 2007

HAPPY NEW YEAR JASON!!!!!!!!!!!!!

January 1, 2007

Letter From Heaven

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Jason,
Times are still VERY hard. I find myself ordering new decals, thinking that in some very small way it will help ease the pain....it has not happened yet.
Rest easy

Amy
Friend

December 28, 2006

Jay-
It has taken me seven months to do this. Everytime I read any of these, I break down crying, and I can't finish. Everything still seems so fresh, so raw. I adored you, your attitude (even though I think I must've threatened to punch you in the face about a thousand times bc we disagreed about stuff), but you were always a good sport and just gave me your super confident "ladies, ladies, ladies" smile! I miss the "ding" of the messages (constant when your favorites had a day off), I never understood how you could drive and type that fast. Your brain, confidence and absolute love for your son never failed to amaze me. I console myself with the fact that you have found peace. I will adore and miss you for the rest of my life.

DHPD

December 26, 2006

I hate that this is how I have to wish you a happy holiday, like everyone else I wish that I could tell you in person. Merry Christmas Jay

H

December 25, 2006

I sign as DHPD, your friend Bruce Krot.

DHPD
DHPD

December 25, 2006

Merry Christmas Jay. Thinking of you and your family. It is so unfair that you are not able to share the Holidays with your loved ones. We miss you bro and I know you laughed at the joke by Matt (The funny guy #45).

DHPD
DHPD

December 25, 2006

Merry Christmas Jason!! We miss you!!

December 25, 2006

MERRY CHISTMAS BABY!!! I've been pretty sad this holiday season not being able to share it with the person I love the most. I thought today, I dont know whats worse, not having any Christmas memories with you or being able to think back of Christmas memories we could have shared together. Both suck but I think that having some Christmas memories would have been better. I get so sad thinking of Cam having to spend his first Christmas without you. I'm sure you would have spoiled him because he was your everything. I love you so much and there is not a minute that goes by where I dont think of you in one way or another. Whether its about that dreadful day or about the way you used to look at me with that smile and those eyes. I miss your laugh, your advice, your stories, your smell, your smile, your touch, your everything. I would give anything to hug you again. Have a Merry Christmas and know that I love you so much and miss you so much it hurts everyday.

Love Always,
Liz

Lizzy

December 24, 2006