12-year-old killed in freak accident
Last Updated on 5/30/2012
Published on 8/12/2008
By Scott Harper
sharper@gtowntimes.com
Dayvon Jones was an energetic 12-year-old who was anxiously looking forward to starting classes at a new school when the school year begins next week.
Jones, who completed 5th grade at Andrews Elementary School in June, was less than two weeks away from advancing to the 6th grade at Rosemary Middle School when he was killed in a tragic accident Sunday evening.
He, according to the Georgetown County Sheriff's Office, was playing on the back of an 18-wheel truck belonging to his uncle Jerome David Ramsey Jr. The truck itself was disconnected from the trailer and Jones climbed on the back portion of the truck. He was on top of "the fifth wheel" on the truck and was not seen by his uncle when he jumped inside and started driving.
A witness told authorities Ramsey proceeded forward as if he was going somewhere. He then started backing the truck up to hook it up to the trailer. Jones' leg got pinned between the trailer and the truck. He was crushed by the impact, according to Coroner Kenny Johnson.
The witness said she tried screaming at Ramsey to stop the truck but Ramsey did not hear her because the music in the truck was loud, according to the report.
Sheriff's Office spokesman Sgt. Neil Johnson said Tuesday the matter is still being investigated "to ensure that there was no negligence involved."
Jones is survived by three siblings, including a twin brother. It's the second deadly accident in Georgetown County this summer that claimed the life of a twin. On July 14, 14-year-old Garrett Ray died after colliding with a vehicle while riding a dirt bike near his Pleasant Hill area home. He is survived by his twin brother, Tyler.
"He brightened my day"
Jones was the type of student who was easily liked by those who knew him, said Laura Tucker, the nurse at Andrews Elementary for the past few years.
"As his nurse, I had frequent contact with him. His loss resonates deeply among everyone who knew him at school," Tucker said Monday. "I watched him grow up, so I was stunned and saddened when I heard the news."
Tucker said Jones was "a neat kid" who was "very energetic" and had a lot of potential.
"He had a really interesting personality and he brightened my day when I would see him," she said.
AES Principal Brian Clarke agreed.
He said Jones was very enthusiastic about the school's "Panda Bucks" program which awards student with "panda dollars" for good behavior which can be spent at a store in the school.
"He loved to go to the Panda Store. I know when he was in 4th grade he started at the beginning of the year trying to save for a bicycle," Clarke said.
Jones, Clarke said, had lots of friends.
"He was very popular and really enjoyed coming to school," Clarke said. "He was a well-rounded young man who would do anything to make you happy."
Funeral arrangements are being handled by McKnight-Fraser of Andrews.
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DAY-DAY WE MISS U SOO MUCH LIL COUSIN. SAVE ROOM FOR ME. I LOVE U AND CAN'T WAIT TO SEE U AGAIN Posted by Markeya (big cousin) on 9/14/2008 |
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May God bless you and your family through this hard time. Posted by Tracy Elliott on 8/19/2008 |
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R.i.P lil cuzo we will all miSs u!!!! Posted by Family on 8/19/2008 |
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R.I.P. Day Day Posted by Friends on 8/15/2008 |
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I'M THE PERSON THAT U KNOW, BUT I HOPE IT SNOW , EVERY TIME I SEE UR BROTHER I WILL THANK OF U U DON'T KNOW ME BUT I KNOW U ME AND UR BROTHER IS IN THE SAME GRADE TO GETHER MY HOPES AND DREAMS R WITH U MY LOVE AND FAITH R WITH U BUT EVERY TIME I SEE UR TWIN I WILL SEE U LOVE AND SIM........ R U WITH U AND R FAMILY Posted by A POAM on 8/15/2008 |
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R.I.P. WE LOVE U COMIN FROM ALL OF UR FRIENDS. IN THE SAME GRADE U R IN DONT KNOW IF UR OTHER FRIENDS SEND U SOMETHIN YET BUT WE LOVE U. AND WE R STILL THAINKIN OF U AND WE WHERE HURT TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPEND TO U I KNOW THERE IS A GOD AND HE WILL PASS U THOUGH. BUT STILL WE LOVE U. BYE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Posted by FROM FRIENDS on 8/15/2008 |
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Dayvon we love so much . but god loved you more, we know that u r smiling down on us that's why we aren't worry. go ahead and play with the angels. Posted by we love u on 8/15/2008 |
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We would like to thank each and everyone for their support. Everyone everywhere has been extremely supportive doing our time of lose. We are so greatful..... And to the Tisdale family We want ya'll to know that there is a god, he's listening. (Day-Day u will always be remembered) Posted by From the Ramsey & Jones family on 8/15/2008 |
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Seek God's comfort and wisdom during this trying time. He is the only One who can and will take you through this bereave period. Dayvon is in a better place. Keep your hands in God's hands; all of you will meet again in our Father's mansion. Posted by Prayers are with you on 8/14/2008 |
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I attend the O.C.C with mia,and I know that it is hard to lose a love one but, to the family "it is now that he carries u" GOD, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY Posted by Marthina Wardlaw on 8/14/2008 |
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Losing a love one can be very hard, but we must all beleive that God knows best. When it seems like it's to hard to handle just look toward heaven and know that he is in a better place smiling down on all of you. May God be with all of you and may you find comfort in the word!! You are all in my prayers. Posted by Felicia on 8/14/2008 |
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You are certainly in our prayers as you go these trials. May God continue to bless and keep you in His care. Posted by The Green Family, Shulerville on 8/14/2008 |
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To the family, i know this pain seems like its never going to end. But be strong and lean on God and his word. Jerome stay strong and i know it hurts but just know that God makes no mistakes. Look in the sky when the sun's shining bright he just shining down on you with a smile. Keep the Faith. Posted by Miss C on 8/14/2008 |
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We are sorry to hear about your love one, and we are praying for your family. That GOD gives you the strength that you'll need to get through. And that GOD be with each and everyone of you during these long days to come. Remember GOD will see you through. Posted by Fordham Family on 8/14/2008 |
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Our prayers and blessing is with the family and friends. Posted by The Zantt Family/maryland on 8/14/2008 |
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Our prayers and deepest condolences go out to the family and friends that is left to mournms. Posted by The Zantt Family/Maryland on 8/14/2008 |
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I AM PART A OF DAY DAY'S FAMILY AND I JUST ASK GOD TO GO WITH HIS PARENTS AND COMFORT THEM IN THEIR TIME OF NEED AND TO REMEMBER GOD'S TIMING IS ALWAYS RIGHT Posted by CAMELLIA MOYD on 8/14/2008 |
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Blessed are they who mourn: for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:5 My deepest condolences to the family. I am going to miss him!!! He use to shadow me @ school from time to time. I promised him that I will e-mail his up coming teacher and check on him. R.I.P My Buddy! Posted by Mrs. Smith on 8/13/2008 |
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My heart truly goes out to you and your family. Just remember to lean on God and he will direct your path. He knows all of your pain and hurt, their is no better friend than Him. May God bless each of you that has felt this lost. Posted by Jerome's Class mate on 8/13/2008 |
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May GOD be with you at this difficult time. May your hearts be feeled with the memories of Dayvon. I do not know the family but i do feel your pain. You will be in my prayers. Posted by Heather on 8/13/2008 |
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To Jerome and family, My prayers are with you all during this sad time. I pray that God's strength keep you all and you find peace in knowing that God makes know mistakes. Sarah McClary,HighPoint,NC Posted by Sarah on 8/13/2008 |
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My heart hurts with you and your family, there are no words to express or to ease the pain. People come and go and try to help, try to comfort you in some form, I Thank God for people like that, I know your hearts are so broken and it seems no comfort will ever be found, but I know the Great Comforter. I know when you call on Him, He purges Himself in You, He will comfort you like no other. He will give you strength, He will give you peace, and HE WILL mend your broken hearts. He loves you and your family, He sees and feels your pain. To the Uncle, please forgive yourself, it was an accident. When the Lord calls his children home to be with him, nothing or no one can stop the plans he has for his children. To the friends, neighbors, and people who share their pain, please have a gentle ear to listen to the family. Just listen, they will need to talk about their precious, precious love one. Your Family is in my prayers and all my love is extended to you. God Will See You Through, His Word Is True. Posted by My heart is with you on 8/13/2008 |
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I am so sorry for your loss but heavens' gain. May seek comfort from the Lord in the days ahead. Be bless. The Mccutchen from Kingstree, South Carolina. Posted by Horace McCutchen on 8/13/2008 |
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My heart breaks for your family, but I am praying for your family and may GOD be with each and everyone of you during these long days to come. Remember GOD will see you through. Posted by praying on 8/13/2008 |
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R.I.P lil day day Posted by nette-nette on 8/13/2008 |
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We miss you so much day day!! Posted by Nixon Family on 8/13/2008 |
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My condolences to the family. Posted by Georgetown reader on 8/13/2008 |
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Your family is in my prayers. Posted by Connie on 8/13/2008 |
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My deepest condolences to the family.Let us all pray for the family for the loss of a child, and for the uncle who will forever carry a burden. Do not point blame or ask what ifs and whys. No matter the circumstances of his death, the Lord made a decision to take this child home, and when that decision is made nothing in this world can change it. Posted by Saddened on 8/13/2008 |
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My heart felt sympathy goes out to this family. May your faith carry you through this very difficult time. He is with the God now. Posted by Donna on 8/13/2008 |
