Ernest Scherman

Master Chief Scherman, was a sailors sailor. I often tried to get to the ship before Snapper but he loved it when I showed up and he was already out drinking his coffee. The Navy has thrived on the sailors both enlisted and officer that were influenced by "The Master Chief". He is spoken of often and missed every day. His family should be honored to say Master Ernest Scherman was my Dad. He was my sea daddy, Rest easy Master Chief. C
RMCM(SW) Chester "Tim" Heddlesten USS...

My prayers and condolences to the Scherman family. After leaving the Caloosahatchee 28 years ago, The memories of Master Chief are still vivid. He will be deeply missed by all who have had the plesure of meeting him. MMC(Ret) Brian Douvier

Although I have never had the pleasure of meeting him, I have worked with is daughter in law for years and send my condolences to her and the entire family.

My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. Your father will greatly missed by me and sailors alike. Though words are just words, I truly cherished the time I served with your father, he taught me so much about the Navy and about life. May GOD Bless the Scherman family. BMC(SW/SWCC) Retired Cecil A. Lee.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Frank, Mary and the entire family. I had the priviledge to wait on Mr. Scherman several times at Bubba's Deli. He was such a riot and an awesome man. He will be truly missed. God Bless!

Rest in piece master chief and god bless.

Ronald R Lewis,
GMC(SW) Retired

Master Chief and I served aboard Caloosahatchee. He, with the entire crew and and Dorothy with the families, were the backbone of the ship. There is a special place in Heaven for both of them. I pass my sincere condolances to the family.
Vice Admiral Jim Dorsey

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.