Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I knew Eddie when we were stationed in Hanna Air Force Base in Germany. He was one of the nicest, kindest guys I ever met. I was from the South Bronx, Puerto Rican, and he was so open and generous and loving to us. He will come over and play folk songs, and protest songs on his 12 string guitar. I was never exposed to that that type of music before, but me and Annie fell in love with his music and with him . He was a wonderful human being, and may he rest in peace .I know I will see him in heaven someday. God bless him and his family.

Sergeant Roland Pacheco

January 17, 2024

Officer Edward Stanley Sherman is my late grandpa. I am his late son’s daughter— Erik Edward Sherman’s daughter. My name is Sierra Sherman. My father spoke often and fondly of his dad. I wonder every day how different our lives would be today if we had had the pleasure of knowing this man by more than just the accounts of those special friends of his who keep the memories of my late Grandpa alive. I wonder if my dad would still be here, if our childhood would have been different, how much more close our family might be today had this one special man survived his watch that night.
I find comfort today in knowing that my father and his father are reunited in heaven, catching up, finally getting to know each other by more than just stories passed down. I look forward to the day that I too get to meet my Grandpa, Officer Sherman, for the first time, with my father sitting at his side.
Rest In Peace to two very loved, very missed angels. They were truly taken from us far too soon.

Sierra Sherman
Granddaughter to P/O Edward Stanley Sherman.

February 1, 2022

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 13, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Sherman.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 12, 2020

My dad was a friend of Ed’s and they worked together in the SW. My dad left the Baltimore Police in 1975, not long before Ed’s untimely death, but they remained friends and stayed in touch I vaguely remember going to Ed’s house to visit when I was really young. My deepest condolences to Ed’s family. Thank you for your sacrifice, hero.

Ret. Sgt. James Laisure III
Maryland State Police

July 6, 2020

Thank you for your service and for your Son. You are always remembered never forgotten.

Brother was sgt. last call 8-3-10
Friend

January 10, 2016

God bless You gave your life to save the lives of many others, in a time when Blackpanthers were ambushing your brothers, you did a wise ting in backing into a parking space, you equipment failed you, but that failure was found and corrected before anyone else could become ill, or be killed, you are a hero. God Bless you brother.

Your Brother in the BPD
Detective Retired Kenny Driscoll

Detective Retired Kenny Driscoll
Baltimore City Police

September 12, 2013

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 38th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 11, 2013

Early on the morning of Sept. 13th, 1975, Officer Edward Sherman parked his car behind the Edgewood Elementary School. He was taking a break from a hard tour of duty on the mid-night shift in the Southwestern District. He backed his car against chain-link fence to guard against anyone approaching from behind. He was perhaps unaware that a thick, deep, undergrowth of weeds covered the exhaust pipes of his car. It is common practice for police to secure the rear of their vehicles, whatever it takes to return home to their families after their shift. He had parked their many times, as had other officers working his district. He had no way of knowing his trunk seal was defective.

He began to feel drowsy as he relaxed, but he was not concerned: after all, the midnight shift has often had that effect. He also did not know that a piece of rubber was missing from the trunk lining of his car, allowing carbon monoxide to creep into the passenger compartment. An unwitting victim of carbon monoxide poisoning rarely has a chance to defeat its deadly effects. In all likelihood, Officer Sherman thought he was just tired as he nodded off. Slowly, the carbon monoxide replaced the oxygen in his body, depriving him of his life. He died peacefully.

When his fellow officers did not hear from him after a while, they tried to locate him. The closer they came to the end of the shift, the harder they looked. It was unlike Officer Sherman to go too long without meeting with someone during the boring hours of the midnight shift. His friends, Officers Martin and Gooden, found him at ten minutes after seven. They beat on the window in an effort to wake him as the engine continued to run. Fearing the worst, they smashed the patrol car's window. Martin pulled him from the car and began CPR, but it was too late. All their efforts were in vain. On Wednesday, September 17, 1975, Officer Edward Sherman, a five year veteran was laid to rest, the victim of tragic circumstance.
It was later learned that the trunk seal on the 1974 Plymouth Satellites was a wide spread defect affecting many police vehicles. One of the most major auto recalls in history took place.

Officer Edward S Sherman, Sr. undoubtedly saved the lives of countless other officers. Three more incidents of carbon monoxide poisoning were reported by at least 3 other officers, as far north as Chicago. Officer Sherman, even in death, remained on duty for his fellow officers until the defects were repaired.


Officer Name: PO Edward S Sherman, Sr.
Officer Department: Baltimore City Police Department, Southwestern District
City: Baltimore City, MD
End of Watch: 9/13/1975

Oolice Officer Edward S Sherman, Sr.
Baltimore City Police Department

July 14, 2010

Police Officer Edward S. Sherman

Died in the Line Of Duty
September 13, 1975 with a duty related illness.

It was learned that the trunk seal on the 1974 Plymouth Satellites were defective and allowing Carbon Monoxide to enter the vehicles. Many officers were suffering severe headaches and never knew why until Officer Sherman was overcome.

All of these vehicles were removed from service, inspected and repaired.

Officer Sherman lost his life, but his death may have saved many other officers.

Erik Edward Sherman
Son, Survivor

July 13, 2010

An Ode To A Friend

One chilly night in mid-September
Sitting in his car
Windows wound up tight,the heater on
To keep out the cold air of the night

Sitting alone,thinking of his family,
friends,and new bought home
Feeling the warmth he and his car shared
Unaware of the deadly air that would put
him to sleep never to wake to see his family
again.
The sun was rising, the birds were singing
His head on his shoulder in a peaceful
sleep
The fan in the heater was still spinning

His friends came along and called his name
He didnt bat an eye, he stayed the same
His head on his shoulder in a peaceful sleep

Damn you,curse you,deadly air
Stealing and taking a life
Cruel and daring, like a theif in the
night

With watery eyes and a painful heart
I'll say good-bye and wonder where to
start
Thinking of times we had shared
So long my friend,from one who cared.

Written by Tom a friend forever

Michelle Sherman/ Tom
daughter-in law

October 19, 2009

On behalf of my mother, wife of P/O Edward S. Sherman
"One Rose, For My True Love"

Erik Edward Sherman, Survivor
Survivor, Child

July 23, 2009

You will always be missed.But you will never be forgotten.

Michelle Sherman
daughternlaw

December 18, 2008

Oh, so sad. You were young and left such a young family, too. My heart goes
out to them and I hope your son can locate someone who can fill in the blanks
for him. God bless you for your service so many years ago.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

June 10, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 11, 2008

I worked with Eddie from the time I came to the SWD in November 1974 until his death in 1975. We both worked in sector #1. He and Eddie Schwiegrath were my mentors and have fond memories of both. I think of him often. He was a good Officer and a good man with a super personality. I can speak for all the men in his squad, he will never be forgotten and and left a lasting impression on all of us.
His family can feel free to contact me.

P/O Dale Snyder, Retired
Baltimore Police

October 2, 2006

I remember Sherman & my dad was very close.He was a good man & loved his family.God Bless you!

Michael J. Schwiegerath

November 21, 2005

We ask Thy blessings and eternal rest to all our brothers and sisters
Who have sacrificed their very lives in the performance of
their duties. Give their loved ones the peace and
Strength to bear the anguish of their loss. Remove all
resentment from their hearts, knowing that eternal
peace and rest will abide their departed loved ones
forever. This we beg, Thy name forever and ever,
Amen.

Ret. Officer William Hackley
Baltimore Police

November 21, 2005

Father, we mourn for you even to this day. I am proud to say my father was a policeman for Baltimore. Mom, Eddie and I think about you often.

(I am desperately seeking to make contact with any officers that may have served with my father. I am trying to learn as much about his life as possible, since I was only 4 months old. Thank you to anyone who can help.)

Erik Sherman, son of Edward Sherman

December 5, 2004

10/17/04

Thank you for your service. Rest in peace sir.

Captain Robert W. Cannon; Retired
Vermilion County Illinois Sheriff's Dept.

October 18, 2004

God bless you. You will never be forgotten.

Anonymous

February 10, 2004