Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

May you continue to rest in peace in Heaven. You are not forgotten.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

July 4, 2024

NEVER FORGET! Honoring the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Officer Desmond Sherry of the Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio, and the additional 86 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

July 3, 2024

Officer Sherry, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace in Heaven.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

July 3, 2023

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Officer Desmond Sherry of the Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 78 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

July 3, 2023

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Sherry.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

January 29, 2023

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Officer Desmond Sherry of the Cleveland Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 76 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

July 3, 2022

“Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called children of God” the gospel of Matthew chapter 5 verse 9.

Today is a somber day. 40 years have passed. Everyday I wish that all the peacemakers were still here, still here to be a father, mother, uncle, aunt, grandpa, great grandpa, husband, wife, cousin, brother, sister and friend to those that were left behind. Sometimes all that is left is to hope and to know that their sacrifice was not in vain.

The family who are left behind are called survivors, but I think them heroes in and of themselves. They don’t simply survive, they live. They prosper without anger or resentment living in their heart. They glorify the Lord by living the best life that they can in spite of the pain that feels like only yesterday. They devote themselves to their family and friends. They help others in need and those reeling from the same loss that they themselves have suffered. They do all of this with love.

You are in my heart and prayers today, as you are always. God bless.

Deirdre Ruane
Niece

July 3, 2020

Officer Sherry,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cleveland. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

July 3, 2020

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten. Rest In Peace always.

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

July 3, 2020

Uncle Desi, I think you know that my mommy misses you every day. my mom always talks about you. She always told me you were the most amazing brother and that if you were still alive today that we would’ve been best friends, and THAT makes my heart overflow with happiness. . So even though I may never have met you, I have known and loved you through the memories of my family. This July 3rd will mark 40 years since you passed and if I could say anything to you, face to face, it would be...I love you Uncle Desi, and one day we will all meet in heaven

Deirdre Ruane
Niece

May 30, 2020

I was very young, only 10 when you passed away. I often thought of why you were chosen as my Godfather. I asked my mother one day and she said you were incredibly sweet and kind and loving to a fault, but black and white when it came to right and wrong. What a nice way of saying one is well balanced. I always keep you in my prayers may you Rest In Peace with my sister, who like you, left us too soon.

Brendan Bauer MD
Godson

January 13, 2019

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Officer Desmond Sherry of the Cleveland Police Department, Ohio and the additional 71 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

July 3, 2018

IN HONORE CASORUM
Always honored, never forgotten, forever grateful.

Sgt. T Jake Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

July 3, 2016

Thank you for serving in our country's law enforcement. RIP

John Haseltine - Civilian

April 29, 2016

Dear Desmond, you are our family's hero, I will always remember you and your family in my prayers, God Bless You for protecting us. Amen.

Catherine Ernst
cousin

December 28, 2015

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

July 4, 2015

Can't believe it's been 35 years since you were suddenly taken away. I miss you and think of you so often. I hope you like the flag I left you.

Frankie
Brother-in-law

July 3, 2015

IN HONORE CASORUM
The Promise; Always honored, never forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

July 3, 2015

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

July 3, 2014

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

July 3, 2013

Another anniversary approaches - I remember. When I stand at my father's grave I can look across the fields of stone and see your grave. Still bordered by a few of the white stones left by your family.

Retired
Cleveland Police

July 1, 2013

Des and I were partners - in a zone car and on the vice squad where he was assigned at the time of his death.

He was an earnest but sometimes irreverent man who believed he was dong the right thing for his community. His greatest asset - he cared.

I have since seen his widow - Connie and learned that his son has been doing well selling medical devices and products.

Peace to Des - peace to those that love him.

Ptl. Tim DeWolf
CPD 5th District Vice (retired)

March 4, 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 32nd anniversary year of your death. 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

I pray for the solace of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phylllis Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater

December 28, 2012

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department

July 3, 2012

A "No Parole" letter for the thug that killed you has been sent. You will never be forgotten!

Kristi Porter
Surviving Adult Child

March 21, 2012