Norfolk Police Department, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, May 30, 2014
Reflections for Police Officer Brian Wayne Jones
A man that served his community, family, friends and The Lord. God bless his family... We are praying for you.
John 15:13 (NKJV)
13 Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.
Pastor Rodriguez
The Potters House Church
June 2, 2014
Did not know you Mr. Jones but I too am a Navy Vet. Fair Winds and Following Seas brother.
ENC (SW) G Gray
USN Retired
June 2, 2014
I too am a student attending Saint Leo University. To family and friends my prayers are with you. Be encouraged in knowing God is there to provide and take care of you.
Brandye
MBA Student Saint Leo University
Brandye Rogers
Saint Leo University
June 2, 2014
To the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Brian Jones-I express my extreme condolences to all of you who have lost a loved one in the battle against what is wrong, violent and evil. The courage and sacrifice of Brian is being noted by Police Officers all across the country. He will be forever honored in our profession. May his memory and what he stood for be of some comfort to you today.
Sgt. Scott Bodah
Syracuse, New York Police Department
June 2, 2014
Belove, Brian Jones, enjoyed the beauty of the farmland in his home town.. before he arrived in Norfolk...he was a Spirit filled Christian. The Word of God was sealed in his heart. Brian, believed the words from Psalm 91.."Because he loves Me, I will honor him..."
Truly God's word is truth..."Brian's life will be honored in countless ways..."
Professor Thomas Luna
Centura College, Norfolk, Va.
June 2, 2014
Sad to hear the news...
May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.
Reserve Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department
June 2, 2014
Officer Jones, thank you my brother for your service to your community and our country. May God bless the family this true American hero leaves behind.
Deputy
TN
June 2, 2014
Rest in peace my brother in blue. I hope in time your family and agency find peace in your passing.
Evil will never prosper as long as brave men such as yourself stand for good.
"Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called Sons of God." Matthew 5:9
Police Officer II D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department
June 2, 2014
Thank you for your service Officer Jones. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace...
Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Police Department, IL
June 2, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I just saw Brian at Norfolk's Memorial Service a few weeks ago. My prayers are with you and your family.
Treva Reaves
Widow of Officer Stanley Reaves, NPD, EOW 10-28-05
June 2, 2014
"Big Country," you paid the ultimate sacrafice doing what you wanted to do! I remember eating at D'Egg with you and another officer last year summer. You caught me off guard, when I saw you sitting there. I asked "youre not in Crime Prevention anymore?" Your reply was "I cant do real police work in Crime Prevention." Rest easy!
An Officer
Norfolk Police Dept.
June 2, 2014
R.I.P.Brian.. You now watch over your family, standing next to the Lord.
The Nothacker-Huntsman Family
friend
June 2, 2014
Thank you for your service to the City of Norfolk. The entire region and nation has lost a great father and officer.
SA JP
ATF
June 2, 2014
I join with the members of the NCIS Association in extending our heart felt condolences to the family, colleagues and friends of Officer Brian Jones. May God bless Brian and his family
Blair M. Gluba, Special Agent (Ret)
NCIS - President NCIS Association
June 2, 2014
We will miss our brother officer. May God bless your family and all the members of the Norfolk Police Department during this difficult time.
Sergeant Ray Ostrander
Longwood University Police Department
June 2, 2014
Brian, I miss you already. I know that you are looking down on us and giving us the guidance that we need. I remember your first day in roll call like it was yesterday. You were a new Officer that day but your steadfast faith and never ending willingness to do the right thing grew to be a true inspiration to me and others. It was an honor to work with you and I look forward to seeing you again someday. Rebekah, please take comfort in knowing that Brian was a true friend and the memories that he left me with are priceless. R.I.P Brian
Officer J.R. Meyer
Norfolk Police Department
June 2, 2014
"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown
Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell PD, WY
June 2, 2014
God Bless and thank you. Prayers for those left behind.
Special Agent
HSI
June 2, 2014
May God give comfort and provide for Brian's wife and children. We are so fortunate to have men of this caliber among us. Rest in Peace Brother Brian.
Capt. Derick Durden
Georgia State Patrol
June 2, 2014
Rest in peace Brother Brian.
Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD
June 2, 2014
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Jones. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Norfolk Police Department.
Scott Horne U.S. Postal Inspector
US Postal Inspection Service
June 2, 2014
I was stationed with Brian while he was in the Navy. He was always there for everyone and always put a smile on everyone's face! We will never forget you! Thank you for serving your Country and your Community! Rebekah and your beautiful children are in our thoughts and prayers!
FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS SHIPMATE!!
IT1 Mandi Ingersoll
Shipmate
June 2, 2014
Rest in peace brother.
Lt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.
June 2, 2014
Rest in eternal peace, Officer Jones, for we have the watch now. Your family and your brothers and sisters in uniform, our brothers and sisters, too, are in our thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort in remembrances of your dedication and service.
Deputy Warden Patricia Powerrs
Philadelphia Prison System
June 2, 2014
Jonsie, as we called him when he served with me in the Navy, was always a treasure to be around. He was the sort of person that you hoped you could be like, even though he was very junior to me in rank, I looked up to him, I cant explain it, he was judt that great of a person. I will miss him, and my heart goes out to his family. All who knew him know what I mean... he was with out a doutbt one of the best people youcould ever hope to have in your life.
Rest in Peace my friend...
Joseph L. Noonan Senior Chief ( Ret.)
June 2, 2014
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