Officer Down Memorial Page

Last night I attended Project Blue Light in Roscommon and had the honor of accepting the wreath on behalf of my brother-in-law, Trooper Werda. While there, your daughter spoke to the audience about her expierences and life since your passing. I am sure you are so proud at the young lady she has become. It had to take alot of courage for her to speak to us and let us know we are not alone in this new normal. It is very clear her mom is doing a great job raising your children. Thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten!

Stacy Darrow
Sister-in-law of Trooper Jeffrey Werda, EOW 4/6/11
December 15, 2011

Okay, I just stopped by to see if there were new reflections to read, and there were, but I couldn't stop there. Yes, I started the tears again and went back to read more reflections.

I just miss you so much and this place makes me feel closer to you, and with each new reflection left, it is a new wave of pride I have for you. The tears still have a "cleansing" effect I guess.

Starting to gear up for PBL. I have a new "right hand". Her name is Terri and her dad was killed (firefighter) in 1969. She is wonderful and is on the same page with me about honoring our heroes as they should be.

I am still putting one foot in front of the other to keep going. I'm doing it, Cub. You are probably so mad for me acting this way.

Love you so much........

Mom
October 30, 2011

Hey Deputy Sherwood,
I did not really know you but, everyone at the department still talks about what a great deputy and man you were wish I could have met you.

My prayers are with your family

Explorer Bailey Rose
CCSD
October 20, 2011

Still miss you my friend. Always remembered.

Lt. Thomas Drury ret.
Clare City Police Department
October 10, 2011

Katy and Mary and the girls, know that you're often in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all that you do for other survivors in their time of need. I know every time you help someone else, it opens up your wound yet again, but know that you are much appreciated. 8 years seems like just yesterday. {{{HUGS}}} on this bittersweet anniversary day.

Susan Mercy
Police Wife
October 9, 2011

As another year of your sacrafice closes in, I want to say that you are never far from my thoughts. Every time I pass by the memorial on my way up north I always say a prayer - asking for courage, strength, and guidance. I pray that all of those fallen heroes walking the golden streets of Heaven continue to guide and protect the rest of us as we fight the good fight.
As crazy as this may sound, Kevin, you remain an inspiration for me to take every single drunk driver off of the road that I possibly can. It is my mission, and I will continue to follow through with that mission every single time I put my uniform on.
You are NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Officer
Bay City Police
October 7, 2011

You will never be forgotten Deputy Sherwood. May God bless you and your family. Thank you for your service.

Lieutenant
NYPD
August 17, 2011

I knew Kevin when we were both Privates in the United States Army back in 1986. We were both in a brand new Unit in Germany, Echo Company 51st INF, LRS. We were in the same Platoon, 2nd Platoon, and our PLT SGT was then SSG Powell. I lost touch over the years, as most former soldiers do. I am so sad to hear he passed away, and I learned of it only today through another former Echo Company Soldier. This is a great loss to his friends and Family. I am sorry that I am so late in grieving with you all. God Bless all of you, his family, and keep you safe. Our company slogan was "Eyes behind the lines"...so You can rest assured Kevin has Eyes on the objective now, pulling security, waiting patiently for you all.

Erik C. Petterson
U.S. Army, Retired
June 22, 2011

I knew Kevin when we were both Privates in the United States Army back in 1986. We were both in a brand new Unit in Germany, Echo Company 51st INF, LRS. We were in the same Platoon, 2nd Platoon, and our PLT SGT was then SSG Powell. I lost touch over the years, as most former soldiers do. I am so sad to hear he passed away, and I learned of it only today through another former Echo Company Soldier. This is a great loss to his friends and Family. I am sorry that I am so late in grieving with you all. God Bless all of you, his family, and keep you safe. Our company slogan was "Eyes behind the lines"...so You can rest assured Kevin has Eyes on the objective now, pulling security, waiting patiently for you all.

Erik C. Petterson
U.S. Army, Retired
June 22, 2011

Hi, Cub. Well, today is your birthday. I sat here reflecting on the day you were born. As soon as I had you, the nurses wouldn't let me touch you, and whisked you off to the nursery for 24 hours. Standard policy. I was sure glad to finally get you in my arms. Didn't know I would have to let you go seven years ago. That is a huge issue, you know. Moms are supposed to protect their children and keep them from harm. I wasn't able to do my job, and you had to go. Knowing you are in a much better place is good, but, oh well, just "but".

You would be 45 today. That is hard to believe! Rob will be 43 and Camie 41. I guess I am the old one here. God how I miss you. I am doing so much better though. I finally quit trying so desperately to hang on to you, and let you go. You know, I really don't like Dr. Phil, but he said something that has really stayed with me. "The length of time you grieve has nothing to do with how much you loved the person". That helped.

I love you and miss you,

Anonymous
May 3, 2011

You are never forgotten. Your family is always in my prayers, especially your mom. May you keep us all safe from above, and know that someone is always thinknig about you.

Reserve Deputy Aaron McLearen
CCSD
April 21, 2011

Thinking of you this morning as another officer joins you. I'm so sad for his family, friends, and co-workers to go through the immense pain they will go through with the loss of their loved one. We still think of you daily...

Anonymous
April 9, 2011

Merry Christmas Son. I bet you have the best view ever. So far this season, I have done very well. All the sadness stays inside and I can be my old self on the outside. Christmas Eve was good. Still can't put a tree up, but that's no big deal. Everyone says "Kevin would want you to put one up". Can't do it, though. It's a difficult enough job trying to get the community to put up blue lights.

I emailed Chad's mom yesterday. I reminded her how amazing it was that we were put into each other's lives the May before Chad died. I told her that I would bet you and Chad have gotten together. You are both taking care of your moms. I know that you and grandma and grandpa are together too, as well as Mark, Tim, and I would even bet Vince and Denise too. So many who were close to you are gone.

I love you so much, son, and think of you every day.
Mom

Anonymous
December 25, 2010

Hey Cub, I am getting ready for Project Blue Light. As usual my heart aches thinking of you. You would be sor proud of your little girls. Meagan is giving a speech, Gabby and Gwen and Sophie are presenting things to the survivors. I asked Gwenny if she could talk into a microphone and she immediately said Yes. She has NO Fear!!!Evan will be reading the roll call of heroes. They all are so much a part of this ceremony, and the community seems to embrace it.

I know you will be there with us on Sunday. We love you so much and miss you even more.

Anonymous
December 3, 2010

Kev, I talk to you every day, wishing you could answer me. It's happened a couple times, but have found out it is not an on demand thing. I would trade places with you in a heartbeat if you could have stayed with your family. People always say "God had a reason for everything". Haven't found it yet, but i know it is out there somewhere. As always, I love you and your brother and sister with my heart and soul.

Anonymous
October 26, 2010

Never forgotten

Anonymous
October 10, 2010

Had a big group last night on the highway to remember you! Someone had placed a nice box w/ a blue light inside with your badge number cut out . . . It was pretty cool. Thinking of you and your family a little extra today . . . We still miss you tons and think of you daily.

Rob Hager
CCSD
October 9, 2010

Hey Kev,
Ill be out there tonight thinking of you. One more year passed. I often think about Katy and the girls and how much I know you loved them. Its a special feeling when you marry your soul mate and are blessed with little girls. I know this is one thing we had very much in common. I only wish my little girls could have met you. Thanks for looking down and keeping an eye on me....im still looking up to you.
RW

Anonymous
October 8, 2010

12 years is a very long time...........I have been your widow longer than I was your wife but I have loved you for more years than either. I miss you every single day. Life is full of what ifs ..... and whys ......... still no answers. I love you. Happy Anniversary.

Anonymous
September 26, 2010

thinking of you and your family. dropped by to let you know your
sacrifice has not been forgotten and your family remains in our prayers. God bless Katy, your mom and girls. God bless and watch over all on the thin blue line.

civilian
friend of family
August 8, 2010

Hi Cub,
This has been a real rough week. Losing your grandma broke everyone's heart. All of us came together and cared for her like she was a Queen! She died with a smile on her face, and I know it was because you and Grandpa were there, just waiting for the moment when you could take her home. We're gonna make it....you would have been so proud of your brother. He really stepped in and made sure she was never alone. If you can help him out, that would be so good. His heart is broken again.

Hug grandma and grandpa for me.....

Mom
July 6, 2010

Deputy Sherwood:
You still continue to be an inspiration to me each and every time I go into the Department. I never pass your picture on the wall in the hallway without stopping, looking, and reading the poem that is underneath it. It has given me strength throughout the years to continue pursuing my education. I will continue to think aboutand pray for yourfamily, and may God bless you, and them alike.

Advocate Aaron McLearen
Clare County Sheriff Department Victim Response Unit
June 30, 2010

Just wanted to say I love you and wish you were here. I feel your presence whenever I am around Katy and the girls or at your house. It is a wonderful warmth, like a hug, to know you will never leave their side. There is also still that huge hole in my heart. You will always be my hero.

Love, Mom

Anonymous
June 7, 2010

Kevin,

I have not forgotten you and miss the times Jenny and I came to Clare County for the Kevin Sherwood Memorial K9 Olympics. It tears my heart out to read the reflections from Meagan, Katy and your Mom and to think about your girls not being with you. I will pray for them and hope that God will ease their pain. Please continue to watch over all of us, my son is an officer working for Anderson now. As a brother officer you know of my worries. Please watch over him and I know you will see your wife and children again some day......because they understand and speak of Heaven.

Chief Darron Sparks
Anderson Police Department
June 2, 2010

Hi Son,
Happy Birthday. I was going to go to Meijer's and get some blue balloons and a happy birthday balloon to set free, but I did not want to traumatize another cashier like last year. He as all "ooh a birthday" and so on, and I broke down. I bet he never does the "happy birthday" thing again.

The girls are wonderful....Meagan is getting ready for prom. She is so grown up. Gabby and Gwen are right behind her. Thank God I have them to look at to see you.

I love you so much, and missing you is so difficult.

Mom
May 4, 2010