Editor, Gazette-Journal:

We extend our highest level of thanks, respect and endorsement to Mathews Commonwealth’s Attorney John "Jack" Gill for his support and dedication during an extremely arduous experience that recently fell upon our family.

We first met Mr. Gill approximately four years ago under tragic circumstances that involved a member of our family. From the first day we met Commonwealth’s Attorney Gill, he and his entire staff, along with the law enforcement officials involved, assessed our situation with great respect, and treated us with much appreciated compassion.

The professionalism, extreme attention to detail and dedication to seeking the truth speak volumes to attorney Gill’s high personal standards and commitment to professional ethics. The time he spent away from his family during weekends and evenings to prepare for our trial made a difference that will reach far into our lives for years and years to come.

It is not possible t...