Rickey E. Jones Obituary

Ricky, miss our conversations on the guard tower. All you talked about was going home to see your new born. I'm sorry that you didn't get the chance. I'll never forget that day in Iraq and your sacrifice. Ricky your the man! Thank you for your sacrifice brother. We will never forget!

I miss you brother

February 22, 2012
To the family and friends of Sgt. Rickey E. Jones:
Always remembering Rickey. "Some gave all."

(((Rickey))) I have seen your name at the War Memorial here in Kokomo. I am also a Gold Star Parent, and I know your parents, family and friends love you so much and are so proud of you! Thank you Angel, you will never be forgotten!

To the family and friends of Sgt. Rickey E. Jones:
Please accept my remembrance of Rickey on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Rickey,

Brother February is the best and worst month every year for me!!! It is the month I grow a year older and the month I grieve over the thought of how you died and wonder why I could not help you. I know it is pointless for me to write as if you are going to read this. Brother after you died it was so hard for me to just go and see your family, but I got around to it and we all miss you tremendously!!! I LOVE YOU Brother!!!

To the family and friends of Sgt. Rickey E. Jones:
Remembering Rickey on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Thank you Rickey for defending my Freedoms. It is because of great American patriots such as you that Americans continue to board airplanes with confidence and the people of this city can live without fear.

You will always be remembered with love and great pride by the grateful nation you served to protect.

Rest in peace.

Pat Shoukry - NYC (6 miles from "Ground Zero")

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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

To my fallen brother. I will always miss you. You always kept us laughing. You had a smile on your face even when the chips were down. I miss you everyday.

Sgt. C. Wilson 1/327 C. Co. 3rd. Plt.

To the family of Sgt. Rickey E. Jones:
Rickey gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

To my fallen brother, love respect and prayers are with you and your family.
88, and one of your military brothers your don't know send you this.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].

I served with Rickey from 2003 to the day of his passing. He was a good man to look up to. He knew his job and knew how to have a good time. We all who knew Rickey will always remember him for who he was and what he stood for. His passing on that cold february day was a turning point in my life and I will never forget Rickey Jones. He was a good friend of mine and always will be like a brother to me. Rickey we miss ya and hope your up there looking afterus. Love ya man.

On this Memorial Day you are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Jones!

there never goes a day that you you don't cross my mind. you will always remain in my heart...missin you!

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Sgt Jones and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Sweet souls around us watch us still,
Press nearer to our side;
Into our thoughts, into our prayers,
With gentle helpings glide.

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved on. He is a Hero.

It is an honor to pay tribute to Sgt. Rickey E. Jones, on the 1st anniversary of the day, he gave his life for our Country, with a Multitude of Thanks, for this Brave Young Soldier's Courage, Dedication and Service to our Country and for Freedom.

Rest Safely Rickey, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God continue to be with the Jones family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.

"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
~ Psalm 121:1-2 ~

I am sincerely hoping that you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country Remembers Someone Very Precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of SGT. Rickey E. Jones. If there are brothers or siters please, contact me. I am the Founder for Gold Star Siblings, Inc.

God Bless.

A hero is never forgotten. God bless Sgt. Rickey E. Jones and his family. Thank-you for your sacrifice.

I guess i will call this my life with out Sgt. Rickey Jones. A hero yes. A great hearted person yes. The funniest and most mean person you could find all at the same time. These are the things i miss most about my brother. I miss all the laughs and the fights and the nights at the VFW, but the one thing i miss the most is knowing my brother is not here to talk to me if i need him. Knowing that my Best Man cant be with me me on my big wedding day. This is the hard things that come with death. But put all that aside easy huh? dunno it comes and goes. But what helps me out is knowing what my brother did for you and i. He put his life on the line just for us. Hes more of a man than any of us for what he has done. SGT. RICKEY JONES i miss you man and will never forget you. Your my HERO. I know your always with me and i am always with you.

LOVE MICHAEL

Rickey will never be forgotten in our hearts! Missing you!! Our proud Screamin' Eagle.

I had the privelage of meeting rickey when he came to oklahoma city to visit me - he was very close with my brother joe hall - he was so full of life, and one of the most sweetiest guys I had come to know - my thoughts and prayers are with his family.

My name is Michael Contilli. I knew Rickey from the first day he came to C co. 1/327 until I left in Nov. '04. He was a good soldier, a great friend and is missed terribly. God broke the mold when He created Rickey. I am deeply sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.

I grew up with Rickey from the time we were playin in Gene and Pogo's sand box till the day he left for boot. Rickey was a hell of a lot closer to me than my real brother was sadly but we had a lot of good times. Digging holes and starting fires that we couldnt put out and putting lug nuts on backwards on his moms car and havin the tire fall off a few hours later. We stayed in touch through his boot, and his 1st tour in Iraq and some time after that I left for boot myself to join the Navy. I got the news after battle stations from a Lt. Commander who was a chaplain. Not being able to come home, and graduating a few days after hearing still I couldnt do anything but be pissed. I'm proud of his family and friends here who still make it known that Rickey is a hero who loved children and had a positive impact on a lot of us even being so far away. I just wish I could have told him I graduated boot and was on my way to becoming what I've always wanted to be. In early '07 I'll be deployed as a PC Bravo Crew member in the persian gulf and I wish I could let him know that I'm serving my country. Miss ya bub. ENFA Smith, K.M.

I personally didn't know this fine young man, but however, I did know his grandmother, Margaret, only bc she works with a good friend of mine!! But I am proud of him for serving his country!! I am sorry for his families lost of such a fine man!! since I never personally knew him, but from the stories i have been told bout him, it sure feels like i did know him!! may the good Lord be with his family!! and may they always be proud of having their son/brother/nephew, or whatever he was to them, in our military serving his country for a good cause!!

Rickey we will always love you, we will never forget what you have done or us. I remember you as a little boy,playing with your action figures,always having a smile on your face.

I was privaledged to watch you grow from a baby to the strong man in which you became. Being a military veteran myself makes it hard to see my fellow comrades lose thier life to continue giving us all the freedom that we have today. Their is no better of a man than one who gives his life for his family friends and every free american today. Thank You Sgt. Ricky Jones. I salute you and you will always be my hero.

Your friend,

Sgt. Jimmy Porter,

U.S. Army Veteran

Rickey will always be a good memory to me,as a neighbor and a friend to his mother and grandmother,he will always remain in my heart.I will truely miss our funniest conversations,just the way he would bring a smile to people's faces,a good feeling,that will last a lifetime.A excellant,proud soldier,loved what he did,no one will ever take that away from him.May god bless his soul,and take care of his family,especially his mother,Tenia,give her the strength,and the courage,to deal with this each and everyday.For being a mother of a only son,i could never imagine what she is going through,my prayers are with her.

Hey, you use to live right beside me when i was like six and you was like fifteen and i always remember i drove you crazy becuase i wouldnt leave you alone because in my eyes you was the perfect boy in those days and i am very proud of you because you went out and served our country so we could have freedom and i just want to say that i love you .

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. PLEASE KNOW THAT YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI

I would like to personally Thank everyone who has supperted my family and myself during this very difficult time.

Our family would like to send our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son. He was truly a hero. Thank you for raising this man who was willing to give his life for his family,friends,and country. He will not be forgotten.Our son is a Marine currently serving in Iraq so we understand the sacrifices you made and now the ultimate sacrifice that this fine warrior has made on our behalf. We pray that God will continue to strengthen and uplift you and give you the peace that only He can give in the days ahead.

Charles and Sharon Alley and family

Military Support Group,The Connection Pointe Christian Church of Brownsburg

Psalm 23



1

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

2

He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,

3

He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

5

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

6

Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.



This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock! And that we now know our "Guardian Angel" personally!



My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!



If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!



Wife & Daughter of the Late

Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford

KIA May 23, 2005

We would like xpress our condolences to the family & Friends of Sgt. Rickey Jones. He is a true hero, for our country.Our thoughts & Prayers

God Bless

To Rickey's family you are in my thoughts and prayers always. I had the priviledge to know Rickey from 5th grade to present. We dated on and off through out those years and I really go to know the real Rickey. I can remember all the times we would jump on the trampoline or the times that we would all jump in the car and go to Chi Chi's...oh the good ole days. I won't ever forget when Rickey came to visit me in college after he returned from his first tour to Iraq. He came back as a grown man, a man who was not only proud of himself, but proud of his country and proud to be serving for it. I have really struggled with his death, but realize he died doing what he was the most happiest doing, and is now more alive than ever before. My heart goes out to you Tenia and Michael. You guys were always special people in my life and will always remain special people. I love you guys!

I just want to say to the family how much we love you. Nate and I and our families had the privilage to know Sgt. Rickey and he was an awesome person. We loved him so much. To me, it still isn't right with him not being here. If we could just have one more day with him, the things we would love to say. The best memory of Rickey is him and mike staying over and us going deer humping to our neighbors house. We had some really fun times with Rickey and Mike. Tenia, I know this is hard especially for you and your family, but just remember he died for our freedom and we love you guys so much. You know we are always here for you guys! You guys are still in our prayers! Mike, know me and nate still love you too! To the family, our prayers and love is still with you! Love you guys! Nate and Dani and our families

To the family & friends of Sgt. Rickey E. Jones



I am so sorry for your loss; you have my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



My son, 1-327th,C Co, was deployed to Iraq in January '06. He proudly serves our country, just as your son did.

My name is Michael Page. I was Rickey's Squad Leader durring our first deployment to Iraq. All of us in the squad were close, but Rickey held the distinction of being the youngest. He was a true warrior, a soldier's soldier. I will miss him and am terribly sorry for your loss.

I just want to thank Sgt. Ricky Jones for serving. I'm 17 years old, I took the day off from school to attend the funeral with the Patriot Guard Riders. To the family and friends of Sgt. Jones...I'm very sorry for your lose. It was truely an honor to be able to attend and show my respect for a true American hero. He will NEVER be forgotten. God bless

My heart as overfilled with sadness and pride today. As the funeral procession for Sgt.Rickey Jones made its way through our town. I did not know Rickey personally but today he is truly our hometown "SON"

We are forever proud of him.

My name is 1SG Erik Lisk, I am the First Sergeant for Cco 1-327th IN. Rickey was a true warrior through and through. I have know him since our first time in Iraq, He was a true leader and a great friend to many. He will always be remembered by our Band of Brothers. We will never forget, but Rickey will be with me for the rest of my life. I am truly sorry for the loss.

We would like to express our condolences to the family of Sgt. Rickey Jones. Our son, Spc. Matthew Frantz was killed barely a month ago. We are very PROUD of all of our sons because they put their lives on the line for all Americans so we will all have the freedoms that we enjoy!! Freedom does comes at a price!!! We grieve for Rickey & Matthew for they were just starting their adult lives. But they both were doing what they wanted to do and no one could have talked them out of their decisions. We will continue to pray for all of Rickey's family and all of the Screaming Eagles in arms way! GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!

To the family and friends of Sgt. Rickey Jones:

I am so sorry for your loss. I know that words can never help with the grief and sorrow you feel, for I am grieving with you, for Rickey and for my fiancee Matthew Frantz. Matt was stationed with Charlie company in Hawijah and spoke very highly of the men in that company. I have no doubt that your soldier was the bravest and most honorable man. I wish I could say it gets easier, but it hasn't yet for me, I am only told it will someday. All I can do is pray for you all. Take comfort in the thought that he is in a better place, free from pain, suffering, and trouble. They are our soldiers and paid the most admirable price for our freedom!

To the family of Sgt Rickey E. Jones:



Words will never be enough and the emotions will always been overwhelming. My brother SPC Matthew C. Frantz was killed in action on January 20, 2006. On behalf of my family and a grateful nation, I would like to express my deepest thoughts and sympathy. Its not enough to tell you that I know what you're going through. Just know that he died for a reason. He died a hero. He died proud. Life will never be the same. Flowers will smell a different scent. The crisp morning air that you used to share will Rickey will taste different. You are not alone. Please find sollace in the fact that Sgt. Rickey Jones lived a life larger than just himself. Whenever you get annoyed or even angry with the protesters of the war, know that they are able to do that because of fine soldiers like your beloved Rickey. All of the "Im sorrys" wont mean much now, but in time they will bring you comfort.



All of our soldiers are up in heaven telling their best stories. We may have lost our loved ones, but we've gained an Angel.





My love and support is with you.





Airman 1st Class Eric A. Frantz

Misawa Air Base, Japan

(Lafayette, IN)





"Even the best fall down sometimes."

My Family & I want to express our sorry for your loss. While we didn't know Ricky, we want to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. America is a Free Country today thanks to the bravery and sacrifice of those in our armed forces and their families. May God offer you comfort in this difficult time.

I went to high school with Rickey and he was always such a great guy to be around. He was always so funny and he always knew just what to say to make me laugh. We took a few classes together and he even dated one of my friends. I remember seeing him at the greentown fari just before he went to bootcamp. He was so proud of himself for doing this. We are all missing something now by not having him around. My deepest sympathy to his family. I know how much he loved you all.

To the friends and family of Rickey Jones:

I am the company commander for Charlie company. Rickey was a team leader in 3rd platoon Charlie company. I have known SGT Jones since the day I stepped into this Company back Nov 2004. He has always been a person that was fun loving, and one of the best story tellers around. He re-enlisted not even a month ago, and I knew I was keeping a quality Soldier. It's hard on all of us over here but we know he would want us to keep up the fight. The company is still trying to recover from missing our friends- these men were our brothers. We pray for the Jones family, and our hearts are with you. God Bless!



CPT Cedric Burden

C/1-327 IN

Rickey is close to my heart. I personally was deeply shocked by his loss. You see, Rickey was a frequent visitor to our VFW post when he was home on leave. His mother is a member of our Ladies Auxilliary, and his grandfather (Ronnie Jones) is a life member of our Post. His grandfather is a close friend and buddy. This was the second time Rickey was deployed to Iraq. We honored Rickey when he returned from his first tour. This time we are honoring him in a different manner. This time it isn't nearly as enjoyable (to say the least).

Rickey was a great guy. He loved to come to our VFW post and play 8-ball with his buddies. He was a very dedicated soldier and very proud of being a member of the 101st Airborne. Rickey had just reinlisted before being deployed to Iraq for the second time.

Rickey's mother is a single parent. She has MS, and is having a rough time making ends meet. At our post meeting tonight, our membership voted to give her $2500 to help through her rough times. If anyone wants to help Rickey's mother, you may send a donation to VFW Post 1152, PO Box 651, Kokomo, IN, 46903. Make the check out to VFW 1152 and write a notation: For Rickey Jones Fund. I think Rickey's mom has suffered enough.

Commander John Ayres

VFW Post 1152

PO Box 651

Kokomo, IN 46903

I'm Sharon Lee Rosewoman from Topanga CA, born in Indiana, and I send my heartfelt condolences to the Jones family. May America soon be at PEACE in the world and may Sgt Rickey E. Jones rest in peace; he was a brave YOUNG man who should have lived into old age. May his family find peace.

To the family & friends of Sgt. Ricky Jones,

My heart is saddened because of your loss. Sgt. Jones is a hero in my eyes and the eyes of many others, sacrificing his life for millions of people he does not know. I thank him for his dedication to our country. May he and all the other men & women who have given their lives in order that Americans can live in a safe & free country never be forgotten.

May God Bless You.

Our heartfelt sympathy and never ending gratitude for you and your family. May God give you comfort in this time and know our prayers are with you.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your son paid the ultimate price for our freedom and I want to say thank-you and you all are in our prayers.My son is over in Iraq for his second tour,I cant imagine what you are going through.I am so sorry

Carla Leathers

My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Sgt. Jones's sacrifice will not be forgotten. May the Lord give you comfort.

Marine Sister

Brownsburg Christian Church

Military Support Group

My heartfelt sympathy to the Jones family in the loss of Rickey. I did not know Rickey, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. From what I read from Rickey's mom and grandfather Ronnie, Ricky was a loving person and pride of the family. Mom said he worrid about the kids there and he did another tour. Rickey take care of the little kids in heaven and watch over the others on earth. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.

I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom



To live in the hearts

of those you leave behind

is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. My son is a Marine currently deployed to Iraq and I can't even begin to imagine what your family is going through.

~God Bless & May you rest in peace fallen hero~

To the Family of Sgt. Rickey E. Jones:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young man who gave his life so selflessly. We lost our son 12/1/05.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. They will never be forgotten, never able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your memories will sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away. God Bless this courageous soldier and his family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

I am truly thankful for the life and sacrifice of Sgt. Ricky Jones. The U.S. is a better place because of his service to our country, and my thoughts and prayers will be with his family.

My GOD Bless your family,

I know what your going though, I just lost my brother (SSG Edward Karolasz) on Nov 19, 2005 in Iraq. Be stronge durning these tough times. I like to think they are in a better place, watching over us. They will forever be missed, and will always be heros. GOD BLESS!!!