Captain Jay Jones passed away over the weekend, and the Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden announced the news on Monday.
Aden said that Capt. Jones passed away unexpectedly on Sunday morning from natural causes at his house.
“We lost a brother and OCSO family member who has been a part of this agency for decades,” said Sheriff Aden. “He started with us nearly 28 years ago and served all those years with steadfast honor and distinction. This is a difficult, very tough loss. We are so grateful to our county officials, other agencies, and community members who have already shown an outpouring of support to help us try to comprehend and cope with his unexpected passing.”
Jones had worked for the OCSO before joining the US Air Force. Jones later enlisted in the OCSO Posse, a volunteer organisation, and eventually attained the rank of Captain and was sworn in as a deputy.
Capt. Jones worked for the OCSO for over 27 years. Sheriff Aden and officers from the OCSO paid their respects at the Jones family home.
We are stunned and overwhelmed at the sudden loss of our friend and brother. We ask that you please remember Jay’s family in your prayers and take this opportunity to strengthen those important relationships in your life.
