Lemont, Illinois
Donald J. Jones, Police Commander, 55, of Lemont, passed away Jan. 2, 2009. He was a 30 year veteran of the Lemont Police Dept., and former President of the Illinois Police Accreditation Coalition. Dear husband of Paula, nee
Bachorz, Jones; loving stepfather of Thad (Nicole) Mezyk; beloved grandpa of Sarah, Krystal and "Baby" Mezyk; cherished son of the late Charles and the late Annette Jones; fond brother of Margaret, Kenneth and Teresa. Visitation Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, 2 to 9 p.m. at the Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C., 108 Illinois St., Lemont, IL. Funeral Services Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. from the funeral home, to SS. Cyril & Methodius Church, for Mass at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Info: Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 630-257-6363 or www.markiewiczfh.com.
Dear Paula and Thad,
I am sorry to hear Don has passed. I actually just heard today. My best memories about "Thad's Dad" are from the Twins Pizza. Larry and I would see you, Paula, and Don with a glass of wine, big smiles, and always a friendly hi.
Our deepest sympathy.
Gayle & Larry Graves
April 30, 2009 | Joliet, IL
Paula and Thad,
I am sorry to hear about Don. I have good memories of Don and your family while growing up a few blocks from you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sarah Zlatos-Andrle
January 20, 2009 | Johnsburg, IL
Paula and Thad.
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. God bless
Peggy Daus
January 08, 2009 | Granbury, TX
As a former Lemonter, I remember Comm. Jones, as a very fair, well respected lawman. Our condoleces to the Jones & Mezyk Familes. God Bless!
Greg & Michele Sniegoski
January 08, 2009 | Olathe, KS
Our condolences to Don's family, and to his law enforcement family who shared in the good times and stood by him during the trying times. His professional and compassionate service to the Lemont community and to the police department he so proudly served will be missed.
Gene and Pattie Banas
January 07, 2009 | Lemont, IL
Paula, Sarah and Family: We were very sorry to hear that Don had passed away. He was a great person and we do remember that he always had a smile on his face. I am so sorry that I could not be there to pay my respects to you in person, but please know that all of you will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Also please cherish and hold the memories of him in your hearts forever to help ease the pain as time goes by. May his soul and all the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace....
Christina Patterson
January 06, 2009 | Alsip, IL
I went to college with Don at Southern Illinois University. Always knew he would excel at law enforcement. Will miss his smile and easy going way, although it has been many years since we spoke. God rest his soul.
Mark Conroy
mark conroy
January 06, 2009 | Roswell, GA
Mrs. Jones, Thad and family,
My deepest sympathy to your family on the passing of Don. Although I only knew him a short time, he was an inspiration to me. His love of the job, his determination and his drive were remarkable. My prayers go out to you all.
Denise & George Bode
January 06, 2009 | Joliet, IL
Sorry for your loss, he was a very good man.
Pat Hansen (Barry)
January 06, 2009 | Hometwon, IL
