Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To Kevins family and my brothers and sisters,
Words can't express how I feel for your loss. I did not know Kevin, but he was my brother because he swore to protect and serve. We lost a brother in my house, it's the hardest thing I've ever been through. Just remember, we are all family. All we have is each other. May you rest in peace Kevin.
Inv. Eric Sudhoff
Flagler County S.O. Florida
(Former resident of Mt. Pleasant)

Investigator Eric Sudhoff
Flagler County Sheriffs Office, Florida

October 15, 2003

I didn't know Kevin, but he and his family was loved by my brother John and sister-in-law, Karen Wilson. Hearing the news that morning, was one of the most terrifying moments in my life, as I thought how easy it could have been anyone of our angel's in Blue. Kevin, is a hero to all. He stopped the man that would have very likely killed another or more citizens, children included in his crazed drive. Kevin did this by giving his own life to save others. I will never forget this act of self sacrifice for other human beings. A lesson many of us need to remember. Thank you Kevin, for showing me that there are still hero's among us. To his family, co-workers, friends my prayers for comfort, peace, and hope I send. May we all remember the unselfish, God like, act that Kevin Sherwood performed, renewing our faith in humankind.

God Bless,
Terri Levengood

Terri Levengood
Chief Financial Officer, Clare County FOC

October 15, 2003

My sincere condolences to Deputy Sherwood's family, friends and fellow officers.

Dave Kalahar
U. of Colorado

October 15, 2003

Being Patrol Service Commander for the County of Clare for the past several years makes its hard to say in words which properly reflect the feelings of Kevins's family. Reviewing the kind thoughts and prayers from everyone makes it difficult to try and not repeat what already has been said.

Kevin was a dedicated hard working officers. He loved being in Secondary road. I never became close to Kevin like some of the Deputies here but it was hard not to overhear the good times they have spent together.

Being in charge of the Patrol Division made it difficult for me to share in the fun and laughter the Deputies shared with each other.

Kevin always took the time to stop in my office to make sure everything was OK and always asked if there was anything he could do for me.

Kevin battle against Drunk Drivers probably have safed countless lives and this community will always be grateful.

You will be missed



Richard Miller
Patrol Service Commander

LT. RICHARD MILLER
CLARE CO.SHERIFF DEPT

October 15, 2003

We are in Michigan visiting family and heard about Kevin's sudden passing. We send our deepest condolences to the family of Deputy Kevin Sherwood.

Staffan & Renate Fryklund
Retired Helicopter Base Commander, Swedish Police

October 15, 2003

I met Kevin at the Michigan Driving school. He assisted me on slide presentation for DUI. He was a good person and very intelligent. My thoughts and prays go out to his family.

PO Roland Livermore
Pittsburgh Police

October 15, 2003

We are truly saddened at Kevin's loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) PD

October 15, 2003

THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT I CAN WRITE THAT WILL MAKE THIS TRAGEDY HAVE ANY REDEEMING FACTORS. IT'S OBVIOUS FROM ALL THE COMMENTS ABOUT DEPUTY SHERWOOD THAT HE WAS A HELL OF GUY AND A GREAT OFFICER. EVEN THOUGH I DID NOT KNOW HIM, I WILL MISS HIM. HE IS THE REASON THAT WE DO THIS JOB DAY AFTER DAY. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE DEPUTY SHERWOOD'S FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND CO-WORKERS.

DEPUTY FAITH HILL
SHELBY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

October 14, 2003

REST IN PEACE, MAY GOD BLESS YOU'RE FAMILY

TROOPER
KENTUCKY STATE POLICE

October 14, 2003

In the 9 years of working with Kevin it was clear from the beginning he was professional through and through..however..
5 minutes.....Kevin always had an extra 5 minutes when he'd ask, "How are you?", and would sit down or stop in the hall to hear the answer.

Know that when you read this message and all the messages before and after me, tonight or many years from now, that Kevin touched all of our lives, hopefully making us all a better person and forever be etched in our heart, mind and soul.

My heart is heavy for Katie and her family.

Sheryl Engel, Administrative Assistant
Clare County Sheriff Department

October 14, 2003

Tomorrow will be a very hard day for everyone--we will have to say our final good-bye to a very specail & caring person...But, know that Kevin Sherwood will never be forgotten--A day will not go by without thinking of Kevin and saying a special prayer for him and his family.....God be will us all and help us through this day and always let us remember what a very special place you hold him.....

Rest peacefully Kevin, we will miss you but, never forget you..

God keep us all....

Sue, Jack & Cody Hulme

Clerk, Sue Hulme
Clare Co. Sheriff Dept.

October 14, 2003

Rest in Peace. May the Lord look upon your family and help them during this tragic time. You will not be forgotten.

Trooper
California Highway Patrol

October 14, 2003

Though I did not know Kevin long I always enjoyed working with and being around him. As a new officer he was one that you could always go to for help. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and our department.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God." Matthew 5:9

Deputy Riley Olson

To the Sherwood family-
May you always look at Kevin's wonderful children and see a reflection of him. He was truly a hero in our eyes. We are praying for you always.

Crystal Olson-Deputy Riley Olson's Wife

Deputy Riley R. Olson
Clare County Sheriff Dept

October 14, 2003

Though I did not know Kevin long I always enjoyed working with and being around him. My thoughts are prayers are with the Sherwood family and my department and all law enforcement agency.
Deputy Riley Olson

Deputy Riley R. Olson
Clare County Sheriff Department

October 14, 2003

While we were sleeping my friend Kevin Sherwood went out looking for trouble. That's what cops do. Citizens don't call the police when they have a great day. Sometimes I wish they would.

While we were sleeping my friend Kevin put on his uniform and left his young wife and family to watch over and protect our families. Along with his other equipment, he carried his smile and his wit and his positive attitude and did what he loved to do. He never came back.

While we were sleeping this young man tried to do his best and tried to protect us and tried to help us and tried to make a difference. He did.

And now he's dead. And now if we want to see Kevin Sherwood we can find him in the eyes of his children and in our prayers and in the smiles of other warriors who are out there every night doing the same thing. I am honored to have known Kevin and proud of the difference he made, each night, while we were sleeping.

School Liaison Officer Alan L. White
Clare City Police

October 14, 2003

I got the priviledge to know Kevin while having several classes with him at Delta College. Kevins memory will be everlasting. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Dispatcher, Stephanie Akom
Isabella Co Central Dispatch

October 14, 2003

All of our strength comes from God. Lean on him for comfort and strength.

Deputy D.N.Harper
Wake County Sheriff Office

October 14, 2003

My Thoughts and Prays are extended to Katie, their daughters and to the Officers of the Clare County Sheriff Department. All of you have suffered a great loss. I had the privilege to work with Kevin during his first days in law enforcement. Kevin was knowledgeable, fair and showed respect to everybody he made contact with.

Kevin will never be forgotten. Your family, Citizens and Officers in Clare County will miss you.

John K Bartz
Scottsdale Arizona

October 14, 2003

Kevin,
I am privileged and honored to have known you and worked with you. I have great respect for you. I know you are watching down on us from heaven. You have a beautiful family and as you shine down on them we will see your reflection.

God bless you and your family.

fmr Deputy Trisha Holcomb
Clare County Sheriff Department

Officer Trisha Holcomb
Delta College Public Safety

October 14, 2003

Dear Kevin,
Words cannot describe the sadness that we all feel but you will remain in our thoughts and prayers forever. We grieve with your family, friends, and colleagues.
We miss you and love you.

Jenny David
Clare, MI

October 14, 2003

Kevin,
Thank you for your advice, guidance. and friendship.
I'll always miss you!

Ofc. B. R. David
Coleman Police Department, MI

October 14, 2003

You have given the ultimate sacrifice, life, for this community. We will miss you and will always remember you. As we, your fellow officers, drive through our county, we see signs with your name all over each community. You will be greatly missed by our community and this department.
You and your family will always be in our prayers.
Chad and Cindy

Chad Stevens
Clare County Sheriff Department

October 14, 2003

Rest in peace brother in blue.
The watch is ours now.

God bless your family.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

October 14, 2003

Please know that Deputy Sherwood's service will always be remembered. Our prayers are with his family and friends.

Metro Nashville Police Department

October 14, 2003

Kevin Sherwood was a great guy. We all loved him even if you didn't know him that well he was a great guy. He loved helping people follow the law. Even if he did not know you he wanted to protect you. He always protected me playing the role of police officer or my dad. He was the best.
Thank you,
Kevin Sherwood's daughter Meagan Sherwood

Meagan Sherwood
home of Kevin Sherwood

October 14, 2003