Lancaster Township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

In memory of Jeffrey W. Jones

Photographed By William Pope, July 13, 2022

1. In memory of Jeffrey W. Jones Marker

Inscription. In memory of Jeffrey W Jones who died in the line of duty on June 13, 1981 while saving the life of another. In memory of Jeff's life and distinguished service, Bausman Fire Co. No. 1 dedicates special life saving rescue equipment so that others may live.

Erected by Bausman Fire Co. No. 1.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Heroes. A significant historical date for this entry is June 13, 1981.

Location. 40° 1.424′ N, 76° 19.686′ W. Marker is near Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in Lancaster County. It is in Lancaster Township. Marker is on Fairview Ave, 0.1 miles south of Penrose Ave, on the left when traveling south. Marker is on the front of the old fire station at this address. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 125 Fairview Ave, Lancaster PA 17603, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. This Memorial is dedicated by the Bausman Community (a few steps from this marker); Honor Roll (a few steps from this marker); Shenks Ferry People (approx. 0.9 miles away); Wheatland (approx. 1.1 miles away); The Plow Tavern (approx. 1.3 miles away); Corn Milling Stones (approx. 1.3 miles away); Mathias Roeser

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(approx. 1.3 miles away); Privy (approx. 1.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lancaster.

Regarding In memory of Jeffrey W. Jones. Jeffrey was one of three first responders that died in the line of duty during an attempted rescue of a young boy that fell into an underground septic tank. The child survived from their efforts.

Photographed By William Pope, July 13, 2022

2. In memory of Jeffrey W. Jones Marker

The 3 first responders that died - Jeff is on the right image. Click for full size.

Photographed By William Pope

3. The 3 first responders that died - Jeff is on the right

Credits. This page was last revised on December 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 13, 2022, by William Pope of Marietta, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 114 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 13, 2022, by William Pope of Marietta, Pennsylvania. 3. submitted on August 15, 2022, by William Pope of Marietta, Pennsylvania. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.