Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest In Peace

Mark Mottola

February 16, 2020

Rest in peace Captain Mcdonough.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 14, 2019

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

September 21, 2018

When I was nominated to be class leader of our Academy Class (1997), I immediately nominated Jay because I wanted nothing to do with the job. He went on to be a great example of calm professionalism and represented our class with nobility. I always dreaded the day I would log onto ODMP.org and see someone I knew. I never dreamed it would be you, Jay. Rest in peace, my friend.

Sgt. Shannon Miller
Seminole County Sheriff's Office, FL

March 29, 2014

Another new year beginning without you, I can't say it is getting any easier, I still miss you as much today as I did 2/16/11.... a day I will never forget.... God has sent another angel your way, Dad and Beverly's neighbor Michael.... He was only 47 and died of a brain hemmorage... I can feel her pain and as I do Judy's..
missing you,
Happy New Year in Heaven,
love,
Sis

Carol McDonough-Stair
Surviving Sibling

December 31, 2012

Another new year beginning without you, I can't say it is getting any easier, I still miss you as much today as I did 2/16/11.... a day I will never forget.... God has sent another angel your way, Dad and Beverly's neighbor Michael.... He was only 47 and died of a brain hemmorage... I can feel her pain and as I do Judy's..
missing you,
Happy New Year in Heaven,
love,
Sis

Carol McDonough-Stair
Surviving Sibling

December 31, 2012

Merry Christmas in heaven my little brother, I so miss your jokes, laughter, your blue eyes, your smile.... They will never be forgotten. I spend another Christmas without you and Dad... It is truly hard...

Merry Christmas and God Speed!
love you,
Sis

Carol McDonough-Stair
Surviving Sibling

December 25, 2012

My Hero,
This weekend I shared your birthday with other survivors of fallen officers.... Some are slowly getting their lives somewhat back together, and some are deeply in pain..... That pain will never go away, NEVER!!! I miss you laughter, your beautiful blue eyes, your love of your family, the bear hugs with the soft pat on the back, the long winded prayers... (I would love to hear again) your phone calls, just to say hi!
I am trying to keep watch over Judy, she loves you to this day, and I don't know if she will ever get over you....

You are always in my heart, always in my mind, and I still wear my bracelet everyday, reminding me of my hero and letting others know I have a loving hero in Heaven....

Your niece, decided yesterday she wanted to wear her Uncle Jay medallion.... she was not aware it was your birthday, she out of the blue asked Jenny if she could wear it. So see, a young child, still remembers you and we keep you alive by showing pictures and talking about you!

I miss you Jaybird......
hope heaven is treating you well.
Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday!
love always,

Sis

Carol McDonough-Stair
Surviving Sibling

December 16, 2012

Jaybird, I am working on your birthday, a special one. I am going to celebrate with other survivors, like me, we are having a BlueLight Dinner and I have made special tea lights (my version of an eternal flame) for all our special fallen officers... I love sharing my love for you with others. I think of you every day. I miss you terribly. You are always in my heart. I hope that you will be watching over us as me and many of your colleages have a special celebration for your birthday.
love you and miss you dearly.
Sis

Carol McDonough-Stair
Surviving sibling
Capt. John I. McDonough, II
EOW 02/16/11
November, 29, 2012

Carol McDonough-Stair
Surviving sibling

November 29, 2012

Still missing you, your beautiful blue eyes, your happy face, beautiful smile.... God has a very special angel..
Love you always,
You are gone, but I will never forget you
Sis

Carol McDonough-Stair
Survivor sibling
Capt. John I. McDonough, ll
E.O.W 2/16/11

July 14, 2012

Love you and miss you more and more every day. We all except Dad survived the first anniversary of your EOW.... It was very difficult and Beverly lost Harriet that morning too.... We are proudly going to two memorials to honor the sacrifice you gave to protect your family and community. I will stand proudly with Judy to see your name engraved on the Memorial walls in Tallahassee and Washington..... Your are my hero, and I miss you everyday. We now celebrate Easter with 3 of our family physically missing from the dinner room table, but I know your presence will be there....Take care of Dad as you always have.... until we meet again..
I love you,
Sis

Carol Stair
Sister of Capt Jay McDonough, WOW 2/16/11

April 6, 2012

Rest in Peace, Captain McDonough. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 16, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the first anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace and I thank them for sharing their devotion to you through their reflections.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 16, 2012

RIP Sir

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 16, 2012

My heart and prayers are with your family today as they face this first EOW, may God be with them and continue to guide them through these troubled times. Continue to rest in peace Cpt. McDonough, we will never forget the sacrifice that you made for all of us.

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

February 16, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 13, 2012

Jay, this has been a tough week for us, but we have made it through it... Losing you has been the hardest challenge life has thrown at me....This week we were finally able to give you a final resting place and your fellow LEO from all agencies memorized all of the wonderful Heroes in Volusia and Flagler co....It was a wonderful ceremony and such an honor to know that my baby brother, was a hero.... Very much my Hero.....
I love you very much and miss you dearly,


Until we meet again, I love you and miss you dearly,
Sis

Carol McDonough Stair
Sister

May 20, 2011

The officers and staff of the Chestertown Police Department offer our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and fellow officers of Captain John McDonough. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you rest in peace John.

Pfc. Brett Lysinger
Chestertown Maryland Police Department

March 14, 2011

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Captain McDonough. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Jay, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Jay's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Jay's life was about so much more than the way he died. Jay will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Captain McDonough, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been eight years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancée of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

March 11, 2011

While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Captain McDonough.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven through his selfless service to those he swore to protect.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Patrol Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge (KS) Police Department

March 9, 2011

Prayers to Captain McDonough's family and friends, as well to the entire Volusia Co. Beach Patrol. RIP.

Emily
NE

March 8, 2011

RIP Captain John McDonough,My sympathys to the family and fellow officers Rest In Peace.

Christina Brookhart
Mother of Deputy Don McCutcheon EOW 2/8/2010

March 4, 2011

Capt. McDonough,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Volusia County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

March 4, 2011

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

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield PD (OH)

March 3, 2011

Thank you for your service sir! Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends and co-workers!

Deputy
Fresno County Sheriff's Office, California

February 28, 2011