Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones. Continue to keep watch over all of them. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten.

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

September 21, 2012

Thinking of you and your family today. Continue to rest in peace Deputy Longway, we will never forget...

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

September 21, 2012

You are remembered everyday. Always Loved <3

Brittney
None

July 29, 2012

Rest in Peace, Deputy Longway. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 13, 2012

My prayers are with the family of this hero today as they face a very difficult day, may God be with each of you and contiune to guide you through the troubled times ahead. Deputy Longway, you sir are a HERO that I will never forget. Continue to rest in peace.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb

September 21, 2011

My husband Cmsgt. Keith Turbitt and I met Mark and Laura and kids when we move to Italy. What great people. Mark would go out of him way to help you. And Yes he loved his family. They got orders to Cheyenne
Wyoming. A few months later we were on there door step. We were so lucky to have such wonderful friends.
What a special angel in Heaven you are.
Bless your Family.
If any one reading this knows Laura, PLEASE pass my e mail address on to her.

Love and Peace
My heart is so sad
Janis Turbitt

Cmsgt Keith T Turbitt
FRIENDS

June 27, 2011

I was talking to my Dad today and he just informed me that he had the honor in walking with Mrs. Longway at the Unity tour up in D.C. for the fallen Law Enforcement. This was special important to me because I had the privileged for being able to do a ride along with Dept. Longway about a year before the accident. He was not just a great teacher but fast friend. I still think of that 11 hours ride along with the singing and how much we got to know each other. He truly loved his family, he talked about them half the time and the smile on his face said it all. He was a very happy man.

I am blessed to have met Dept. Longway and he will never be forgotten, every time I pass by that 7eleven I laugh. That was the safest 7eleven in that whole area that night.

RIP Deputy Mark Longway, my prayers will always be with his family. He was truly a remarkable person.

Christina
Friend

June 9, 2011

I stopped by this page because I am currently in the Law Enforcement United ride to Washington, DC. We started our registration process in Virginia and received a bracelet to wear to honor a fallen law enforcement officer. I put it on and it says "In honor and memory of Deputy Sheriff Mark A Longway, Hillsborough County, FL. EOW 09-21-11". I had to take a second look at the date.....it's my son's birthday. I got chills after I realized what date it was.
Anyway, I am here this week for you my brother and will not take this bracelet off. I will keep you in my thoughts as we ride into DC. Take care.

CPL. Steven Clothier II
Myrtle Beach Police Dept, South Carolina

Cpl. Steven Clothier
Myrtle Beach Police Dept. (SC)

May 11, 2011

Deputy Sheriff Longway,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community but also for our Country when you served in the USAF. And to your family and loved ones I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

January 16, 2011

Dear Family of Deputy Longway who is now Eternally On Watch in Heaven with my son David. I have thought of you and pray for you often and at this time will share a special poem with you in honor of my son. God Bless you all

Merry Christmas From Heaven
I still hear the songs
I still see the lights
I still feel your love
on cold wintery nights


I still share your hopes
and all of your cares
I'll even remind you
to please say your prayers

I just want to tell you
you still make me proud
You stand head and shoulders
above all the crowd

Keep trying each moment
to stay in His grace
I came here before you
to help set your place

You don't have to be
perfect all of the time
He forgives you the slip
If you continue the climb

To my family and friends
please be thankful today
I'm still close beside you
in a special way

I love you all dearly
now don't shed a tear
Cause I'm spending my
Christmas with Jesus this year

Deputy David Anthony Abellas mom
HCSO

December 12, 2010

The families of 1199 Inc. are so sorry to hear Deputy Sheriff Mark Longway has lost his life in the line of duty. Thank you Deputy for your service to your country as well as the state of Florida. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends, your law enforcement family as well. God's speed Deputy Longway.

Sgt. Jeff Caudill
1199 Inc. for fallen officers

November 10, 2010

God's peace and love be to your family. Your watch on earth is now over, rest easy my Brother In Law.

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

October 17, 2010

Rest in peace, your sacrifice will never be forgotten.....

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield PD (OH)

October 14, 2010

Thank you for your service. Rest in peace Deputy.

CRO Clendening
Glades County Sheriffs Office (FL)

October 14, 2010

Rest in peace Brother.

Detective
Melrose Park Police Dept

October 12, 2010

To Deputy Mark Longway, to all family members and friends who call him beloved, and to his law enforcement family:

I was sorry to learn of Mark's death and extend my sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Longway family. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of the law enforcement community.

There are many police survivors who share this same journey with you, and that community will be there to support you. Mark's memory will be forever honored and revered.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Mark gave to his community and the citizens of Florida and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 21, 2010.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD, eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

October 5, 2010

Mark, a true friend and ultimate zone partner.. we worked midnights together for several years and you were one of the best.. you will be missed by all.. I will miss our conversations and 40's together.. Beef's will never be the same.. Know that your family will be looked after and we will never forget you or them.. I will see you on the other side my friend..

Dep David Hoffman
HCSO

October 4, 2010

We are deeply sorry for the loss of Deputy Sheriff Longway. Our hearts are with you all as you honor and mourn him. We thank him for his sacrifice and will honor his memory alongside all of you.

With our hearts turned towards yours,
The Colorado Springs Police Department Wives Association

The Wives and Girlfriends of
The Colorado Springs Police Department Wives Association

October 4, 2010

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Deputy Sherrif Mark A. Longway and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office during this time. Thank you, Officer Longway, for your service.

National Police Wives Association
Staff

October 3, 2010

Thank ou for your dedication and service. Bless your family and God speed. Brother, we now have the watch.

Deputy R. L. Matthews
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews EOW 9-30-05

September 30, 2010

Dearest Mark and Laura,
I have always remembered the love that you two found and shared in Aviano. Being a witness to your growing romance and your marriage was one of the greatest gifts in my life. You both showed me what true love looks and feels like and I've held that with me for 27 years.
Mark, you were a wonderful man who cared deeply for your friends and family. You made us all laugh, you hugged us when we cried and you showed by example that we should all strive to be our very best. Rest in peace, love and joy, Mark.
Laura, I know there are no words of comfort that can be offered to ease your grief. My heart is with you and holds you and your family in love and compassion.

Phaedra Bond
Former USAF Law Enforcement

September 30, 2010

REST IN PEACE, BROTHER THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE

PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE

September 30, 2010

Although I never got the opportunity to meet you, I have heard what a great person you are. On behalf of your fellow officers here at TPD I want to say thank you for not only your six years of service at HCSO, but your service to this country. You are a true hero and will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Officer Jamielynn Pope
Tampa Police Department

September 30, 2010

Brother Mark,

Please keep the gates of heaven open for the rest of us

R.I.P. My Brother

Cpl. Robert L. Padgett ( ret )
Charles County Sheriff's Office, Md

September 29, 2010

God Bless you sir.

Rick F.
Ret. CO

September 29, 2010