GUILTY TN - Erika 'Megan' Sharpton, 24, raped & murdered, Tullahoma, 2 July 2012

[~n/t~]

He passed his psych eval. We are in sort of a holding pattern as of right now.

We're all here sending you love and prayers. Stay strong. The nothingness will rot in hell.

 

[ChristYTN]

It drives some of us crazy, the trailer house shown in that video is not DJ's. It's someone who is connected. That trailer was not searched regarding DJ's gun charge.

Small things, I know...but just making sure everyone knows.

Edited to add.
He's not 'mouthing' I didn't do it, he's saying "I don't know" about his attorney not being there.

Kelly, keep showing us that peace, it's inspiring.

 

[ksharp10]

The media gets mixed up sometimes. I swear they ask me the same question over and over. Does this bring me some closure? Two thoughts on that... first, no it doesn't. There will never be closure. How do you close and open and bleeding heart? She is my child. She was tortured and killed. You don't ever close that. And secondly, why would I close it? I want to keep her memory alive. I want to keep her close, not closed. So about half of what the news has said is correct. Megan didn't ride with Naomi to Murfreesboro but once. And that was in the snow and Donnie drove them. She did ride to Shelbyville with her regularly in the fall of 2011. She stopped in about November and never communicated with the Jones again. They were not friends, they never hung out, they did not socialize. I knew Meg's friends. They usually all ended up at my house on Sunday afternoons for Sunday supper. That trailor belonged to one of DJ's acquaitances. They searched it and took some things but nothing of any real value. They DID find several things in DJ's house that they searched some time after that. She never answered any ads. She was told last fall that this job opportunity was there. She didn't take it because her sister, my oldest, was expecting a baby and Megan wanted to be there and knew she couldn't leave an elderly patient alone to attend. So she passed the job up. He called her again 6 days before he killed her. She "answered" the job this time and agreed to meet. He had this planned. I have a hard time thinking this was the first time he'd tried this and I know he's raped before.

 

[ChristYTN]

Definitely planned and definitely not his first time.

He waited, there's NO way NJ didn't know about this. I stand by that.


I think a great question for DJ's mother is...how does it feel that her son said he had a sick, elderly mother that needed care??
(probably only Ksharp10 will understand the irony of that and why it would make DJ's 'mother' mad...lol)

 

[ksharp10]

:giggle:

 

[Filly]

The media gets mixed up sometimes. I swear they ask me the same question over and over. Does this bring me some closure? Two thoughts on that... first, no it doesn't. There will never be closure. How do you close and open and bleeding heart? She is my child. She was tortured and killed. You don't ever close that. And secondly, why would I close it? I want to keep her memory alive. I want to keep her close, not closed.

k, I can't even fathom, but I am sure you will keep your bleeding heart open until you see your beloved daughter again.

Sunday dinners sounded like fun at your house. All the kids. You certainly are a good Momma.

 

[Xavier]

Actually, it is probably that very peace that you carry that unnerves them.
With DJ's circle, it was always chaos, 21 prior felonies and God only knows how many others were not found out/caught/swept away.
There was never an ounce or moment of peace in any of their lives.
You and your family exude peace and that drives them crazy.

I was honest, I didn't think I'd have that peace and I knew better than to be in the courtroom that day. I know I could now,, but I'd have to had bail that day, if I had heard her or GS mutter a word y'alls direction.
I know later, I can be there, and for anything you all need.

Two things would really make me happy...

- DJ confessing to other crimes

- And DJ getting a 400 lbs cellmate with a man crush on DJ

 

[OldSteve]

The media gets mixed up sometimes. I swear they ask me the same question over and over. Does this bring me some closure? Two thoughts on that... first, no it doesn't. There will never be closure. How do you close and open and bleeding heart? She is my child. She was tortured and killed. You don't ever close that. And secondly, why would I close it? I want to keep her memory alive. I want to keep her close, not closed. So about half of what the news has said is correct. Megan didn't ride with Naomi to Murfreesboro but once. And that was in the snow and Donnie drove them. She did ride to Shelbyville with her regularly in the fall of 2011. She stopped in about November and never communicated with the Jones again. They were not friends, they never hung out, they did not socialize. I knew Meg's friends. They usually all ended up at my house on Sunday afternoons for Sunday supper. That trailor belonged to one of DJ's acquaitances. They searched it and took some things but nothing of any real value. They DID find several things in DJ's house that they searched some time after that. She never answered any ads. She was told last fall that this job opportunity was there. She didn't take it because her sister, my oldest, was expecting a baby and Megan wanted to be there and knew she couldn't leave an elderly patient alone to attend. So she passed the job up. He called her again 6 days before he killed her. She "answered" the job this time and agreed to meet. He had this planned. I have a hard time thinking this was the first time he'd tried this and I know he's raped before.

So well put, so well-written - your heartfelt explanation that it never brings whatever "closure" is supposed to be. The only closure IMO is sadly when we pass away and are no longer able to have the torn feelings of love for those we have lost.

It's a rare opportunity that we get the kind of detailed information you bring to us - it is much appreciated!

 

[Almondjoy]

Good Morning. I am Kelly Sharpton. Megan's mother. I have been reading here just recently and appreciate your kind words and thoughts. Alot of what's been said is true, some is pretty far off the mark. I will answer what I can about my child. Please don't ask me to speculate things about the trial or Donnie Jones, Jr. as you well know I am not privvy to answering those. Thank you again for your love and support.

Ms. Sharpton, I have been following your daughter's case since hearing of this horrible tragedy. As a mother, my heart aches for and with you. I wish there were adequate words to comfort you! Only God can do that, I suppose! Your demeanor throughout these weeks has been so exemplary, and if there is anything you need that those of us who are closeby can provide, please mention the need here, and we will do our best to help! I am watching with interest to see that justice is done when this man's trial comes around. Thank you for making your presence known here and for answering questions and setting the record straight. I am also one who has a great interest in knowing if this man could have ties to the Bobo case. You are right; that family needs resolution, too! God bless you and your family in the coming days, and may total peace fill your heart!

 

[chicagofa13]

Just read on Ms. Sharpton's FB page that he has confessed and it is over, will spend life in prison.

https://www.facebook.com/PeaceForMeganSharpton

A blessing the family will not have to endure any more of his antics and a trial.

 

[chicagofa13]

http://www.tullahomanews.com/?p=11779

Donnie Jones pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the death of 24-year-old Tullahoma resident Megan Sharpton this morning. By striking the plea bargain with prosecutors, Jones avoids the death penalty and will instead serve life without parole.

 

[ChristYTN]

This is such a relief.

I haven't stopped crying since hearing the news.

Pay attention here, Megan was heard.

Kelly, always here for you.

 

[southern_scout]

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/20958746/man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-tullahoma-nursing-student

Just another MSM article on today's events.

 

[Almondjoy]

http://www.tullahomanews.com/?p=11779

Donnie Jones pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the death of 24-year-old Tullahoma resident Megan Sharpton this morning. By striking the plea bargain with prosecutors, Jones avoids the death penalty and will instead serve life without parole.

What a wonderful thing that Megan's family will be spared having to relive painful details in a trial! I'm so happy this has happened! Now, it would be nice to hear if they think he has any involvement in any other case! JMO

 

[Xavier]

http://www.tullahomanews.com/?p=11779

Donnie Jones pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the death of 24-year-old Tullahoma resident Megan Sharpton this morning. By striking the plea bargain with prosecutors, Jones avoids the death penalty and will instead serve life without parole.

That's great news, especially during Jone's arraigment video, he' telling friends in the courtroom he did'nt kill her....What a demon:furious:

 

[ChristYTN]

It drives some of us crazy, the trailer house shown in that video is not DJ's. It's someone who is connected. That trailer was not searched regarding DJ's gun charge.

Small things, I know...but just making sure everyone knows.

Edited to add.
He's not 'mouthing' I didn't do it, he's saying "I don't know" about his attorney not being there.

Kelly, keep showing us that peace, it's inspiring.

Xavier, he didn't say 'I didn't do it'. His 'beloved wife' was asking Donnie where his lawyer was, and he was saying 'I don't know' and motioning if anyone had called or not.

I'm thankful the Sharpton family doesn't have to deal with an awful trial, and now the rest of the filth involved can start falling out of the woodwork and maybe our community can clean up from this.

 

[ksharp10]

Do I think DJ has more victims? Yes, without a doubt. The info collected has been turned over to TBI. He was too groomed for this to have been his first.

 

[ksharp10]

Yesterday was overwhelming. I had been told many things about my child, most of which I was asked not to share. I tried to protect the hard and perfect work by the FCSD. We are forever indebted to them for their valiant efforts. It was paid off by sending this creton to jail for the rest of his life.

I learned in the process of the hearing yesterday, that Megan was burned alive. She was probably not conscious but it broke my heart all over again. She fought so hard to survive this attack. I already knew she was beaten in the back of the head and shot in the face. This is not a first time murder. It was too easy for him to kill and rekill her.

Peace for Megan... now to get on with the business of living without her and sharing her story. Not one more girl should die this way. And not one more will from the hands of Donnie Frank Jones, Jr.

 

[OldSteve]

Yesterday was overwhelming. I had been told many things about my child, most of which I was asked not to share. I tried to protect the hard and perfect work by the FCSD. We are forever indebted to them for their valiant efforts. It was paid off by sending this creton to jail for the rest of his life.

I learned in the process of the hearing yesterday, that Megan was burned alive. She was probably not conscious but it broke my heart all over again. She fought so hard to survive this attack. I already knew she was beaten in the back of the head and shot in the face. This is not a first time murder. It was too easy for him to kill and rekill her.

Peace for Megan... now to get on with the business of living without her and sharing her story. Not one more girl should die this way. And not one more will from the hands of Donnie Frank Jones, Jr.

I wonder why and how there can be such evil in this world! What is wrong with people who commit such despicable acts! It is maddening!

There had to be signs along the way about people like this, and I agree that it was too easy for him to do what he did.

I am so sorry and angered about what has happened to Megan and to you and your family.

 

[ksharp10]

Plenty of signs. 23 felonies... I would say that's enough times to raise a flag somewhere. They are still defending him saying he was framed. His semen was inside my daughter's burning body. Planted evidence? Come on... defend him all they want, he admitted his guilt. It's time they do too. They know he tried to rape his half-sister and they STILL make excuses. He impregnated his wife while she was his prison guard and he was incarcerated. He was NEVER a model citizen.

Any more signs and they'd be smacked in the face with them.