John Martin Sherwood

Rabbi John married my husband Ken and I forty-two years ago. Before Ken passed two years ago, we often used to look through our wedding photo album and smile and laugh about Rabbi John´s unique way of conducting a wedding ceremony. I feel blessed to have known him, even for just a short while. My condolences to his family.

Gone but not forgotten

I have just learned of his passing. I spent time in Ventura and worked with Rabbi John in his interfaith ministry. He was such a wonderful person who brought richness and wonderful humor to the work. My heart holds great fondness for the memories of the time I spent with him.

I will miss my friend Rabbi John Sherwood very much. He improved my self esteem immeasurably by his counsel. I am grateful to have known him. My condolences to his family.

I have written to Rabbi John on several occasions through the Liberal Judiasm Mailing LIst. Although we never met, he was always friendly and helpful. The world has lost a great Jewish scholar and the Liberal Jewish community has lost a great leader. Sherwin Rubin, Arlington, Texas

April 27, 2012
Very sorry to hear of John's passing. I knew him at the City College of New York where he & I were members of Alpha Phi Omega. He was a great brother. My condolences to his family.
Arthur M. Schlesinger '58
Somerville NJ

As my boys would say we just lost "the short guy who knew so much" and who made us think so deeply. Such a huge loss, too soon. Our hearts go out to all of you and thank you so much for sharing him with our family. Tim, Cindy, Franklin & Nathan Hansen (TBT)

Our whole comunity has sufered a great loss, my condolences to Rabbi John's widow, Elaine, his children, family and friends.

Rabbi Sherwood was one of our heroes for his tireless efforts to make the world a better place. But for a scheduling conflict he would have officiated at our wedding. We miss Rabbi Sherwood, and his family is in our thoughts and prayers.