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Debby Wheeler
April 17, 2013
I was Sheila's suitemate at GW and remember Sheila's delight and joy being with Jon. She just sparkled as she talked about him. I remember how she first "agonized" about dating an "older" man (very funny) and told us tales about Jon's old car "Raggedy Ann". My deepest condolences to Sheila and her family.
Jody Carlson
March 7, 2013
Sheila,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will always cherish the memories of you two visiting us. John always with a smile on his face, enjoying everything from the hot tub to a good laugh. Most importantly, enjoying you. We hope you will continue to visit us at your home away from home.
June 11, 2012
I knew Jon Sherwood from Public Access. He was a wonderful mentor and helped me develop a program series. He was always encouraging and saw the best in everyone. He was warm-hearted, loved life and was full of great ideas and suggestions. He was like a constant gardener who watched over the people and projects he found interesting. He was kind, gentle, intelligent and original. He always wanted to help, always found joy in things and had a lovely sense of humor. He was passionate about Public Access and his mission was to help produce shows that would benefit the community and educate
viewers. He was a good friend to me and
a wonderful example what is best in life. I have missed him since he left Public Access but my memories of him can still bring a smile to my face. He gave of himself in a way that is lasting. He always talked about his family his wonderful wife and daughters. I feel grateful to have know him and to know his family. In short, he was a good man who influenced my life for the better. The lessons he taught will continue
on in the lives he touched. I think that will make him happy.
Sherry Shameer Cohen
May 29, 2012
I am so sorry to learn of Jon's death. I will always remember his kindness and gentle manner and his passion and extraordinary knowledge about the arts.
Marcy Forrest
May 27, 2012
You have been "with the family" since I was 17 years old...LONG ago..and you will always be with us because we will think of you whenever we are together and whenever we are in the old familiar places but mostly especially because you live on through Sheila's love and through your children and grandchildren...with that thought in mind ... rest in peace... Sheila has our love and support as we share tears and laughter and memories.
Arthur Forrest
May 27, 2012
We shared something very special...the sisters, Sheila and Marcy, and all the good times, holidays and vacations that were part of being a family. I will think about you wherever I go and remember all the wonderful times we shared.
Your brother in law and Friend,
May 17, 2012
Dear Sheila and Family,
We can't express how saddened we were when we read about Jon's passing in the Darien paper today. We have many fond memories of you both during your time living on West Avenue. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With heartfelt sympathy,
The Cupo Family
Cathi & Ed & Elin O'Hara
May 17, 2012
Keeping the memories alive... of red wine, listening to Jon's gift of Nana Mouskouri "LPs", his basement w/5,000 plus records that he'd gladly share,
dancing in their living room, Halloween parties, Calf Pasture Beach fireworks, notepads filled w/ cogent comments about "Sunday Morning's" programs, pancakes served to his girls on Saturday morning at "Mickie D's"...Live forever! Cathi, Elin & Ed O'Hara
Ed Ziomek
May 16, 2012
Sheila, Emily, Melissa, Dylan, Rob... and Jon... As I have always told everyone, Jon was my Bishop and Rabbit and mentor at Cablevision when I was trying to produce videos for my journalistic and historic cravings. He urged me on, and somehow I reached the zenith of my ??professional career receiving a Letter of Commendation from the US Dept of the Interior on one of my veterans videos. He was always Total inspiration, no perspiration! One of the final things he told Sheila and myself in his last days... "I am ready to go", and I told him... "Take me with you Jon, I want to go where-ever you are going."
Thank you Sheila and family for a great inspiration and a model for all of us.
Kathleen Gorelick
May 16, 2012
Dear Sheila,
You and Jon have been dear to me since 1981....our WJHS days. Thank you for the warmth and hospitality you showed so often. Jon, thank you for teaching me to play golf with great skill and patience. Yes, I owe you my current life and am deeply grateful for that. You will be in my heart forever.
Deepest sympathy.
Kathy
May 16, 2012
Dear Sheila, Melissa, Emily, Rob, Dylan and family,
Jon Sherwood was one of the greatest men to walk the earth. I just adored him. We became good friends in the master control room of Cablevision where I could always count on his quick wit, bright wardrobe, and sparkle in his eyes to make my day just a little bit better. Jon was always the calm before the storm, and the rainbow in the sky. And sometimes Jon even ate popcorn for dinner. We had a lot of laughs and I will miss him dearly.
Genai Corban
Darien, Connecticut
May 16, 2012
Farewell to a friend of many talents. We spent many fun and serious times over the years in Jon's good company with never a dull moment: Book Group, beaches, dancing / listening to rock 'n roll, in Darien, Key West, and D.C. Jon is in a peaceful place now, but we will miss not seeing him again. Our love and condolences to the family. Jane and Stellan Wollmar (Fayston, Vermont)
Fred and Dorothy Solomon
May 15, 2012
Dear Sheila,
We want to let you know how sad we are about Jon's death. We've heard about the amazing care you took of all his needs toward the end, so that he was as comfortable as he could be. Of course , your last official gift to Jon was to take him on that delightful cruise -- with dancing every night!
We feel extremely sentimental about the times we spent with the two of you
in Sarasota---staying overnight at your apartment, dining at Bonefish Grille, enjoying a bit of silliness at the Clinic, etc.
Sheila, may you find healing for your great loss, and may your love of life and people carry you onward. These we wish for you.
With our love,
Fred & Dorothy Solomon
Denise Drzal
May 15, 2012
We were friends from our Connecticut Public Television days, Jon and I, right into our Public Access days at Cablevision. I smile that God saw it fit for my path to run parallel with his for so many years and he will always have his own special place in my heart. A dapper and spiffy man round here. I loved his presence at Cablevision. He taught me why I should like to watch golf on TV and I lived vicariously through the vacation photos. I learned the history of the Jennings family of Fairfield and Southport hence Jennings Road. And I was also graced with his smile as he stories of his great loves... his immediate family!
My sincere and deepest condolences to Sheila and the girls. God bless you.
Love, Denise
Kathy Freitag Clarke
May 15, 2012
Emily and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My thoughts are with all of you.
Michael May
May 15, 2012
I worked closely with Jon when I was Education Relations Manager at Cablevision. He always was there to go that extra mile for anyone who needed help or advice in any aspect of production. His enthusiasm for public access programming inspired many. He will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Sue Skerrett
May 15, 2012
Emily- I was saddened to hear of the loss of your Father. I will pray for you and your Family during this diffucult time. Sue Skerrett
David Bolotin
May 15, 2012
Please accept my heartfelt condolences, I am truly saddened by Jon's passing.
Ron and Judy Ripley
May 15, 2012
Jon and I first met in the summer of 2005 at the Dattoli Cancer Center in Sarasota, FL. We had both been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. Jon's case was such that Johns Hopkins had advised him to go home and get his affairs in order. However, undeterred, Jon sought out other options which eventually led to Sarasota and, more importantly, an extended, full life.
There were a lot of stern faces among the patients and staff as people went from room to room. Jon tried to coax a smile from the staff with a new dance step each day. He and I seemed to be among the few who remembered how to talk and since our treatment schedules were similar, we struck up a conversation each afternoon. We soon discovered we had much in common (other than PC): We were both basketball fans, he CT, I KY; Jon played golf and I formerly played at golf; Jon's wife Sheila and my wife Judy had both been teachers; Sheila's dad had been an Air Force pilot, and I was an AF pilot during the Vietnam war; finally, none of us believed in trickle-down economics or endless war. Thus we got together as often as possible in the remaining weeks of treatment.
Each year when Jon and Sheila would return to Sarasota for Jon's annual check, Judy and I would drive up from our home in Fort Myers for a day at the beach and dinner in Sarasota. Jon and I were always able to solve the world's problems during these visits; but, alas, the world paid us no heed and continued on its own absurd path.
So, dear friend, I bid you a fond farewell, and as John Sparrow, an English barrister writing in the Times of London said so much more eloquently than I ever could,
Without you, Heaven would be too dull to bear,
And Hell would not be Hell if you are there.
Godspeed Jon Sherwood, Godspeed.
Geri and Rocky Genovese
May 15, 2012
To Sheila and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May you be comforted by all the beautiful memories you have all shared wih your husband and dad. May they remain in your heart and mind always. May Jon rest in peace.
Jeanne Tyler
May 15, 2012
Dear Shelia, my deepest sympathy and prayers. I share your grief. Hugs,
Chris Klimek
May 15, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Jon's passing. I worked with him for many years at Cablevision, and saw firsthand his kindness and commitment to his work. Please accept my condolences. Rest in peace, Jon.
Diana and Conrad Dahlson
May 14, 2012
I was Sheila's roommate at GW and first met her then-boyfriend Jon as a young man - he was smart, funny and a great storyteller about his life in Japan. We met many years later and renewed our friendship, meeting annually in Florida when they were on their way down to Key West, an annual event. My husband Conrad and I will miss this gentle and kind friend. Our most heartfelt condolences to Sheila and the girls.
May 14, 2012
Take your memories and hold them close.....they will forever live in your hearts!!! Thoughts and prayers are with you all "Boss."
Doreen Mullin
Doreen Mullin
May 14, 2012
Take your memories and hold them close.....they will forever live in your hearts!!! Thoughts and prayers are with you all "Boss."
George Velasco
May 14, 2012
I was one of Mr. Sherwood's students at Wright Tech in 1987. We talked about senior pranks one day and instead of a greased pig, he suggested we record a version of Terry Stafford's "Suspicion" as "Suspension". If we had the technology that we have today, it would have been a piece of cake.
They decided for the greased pig.
Godspeed, Mr. Sherwood.
Amanda Shaw
May 14, 2012
I have known the Sherwood family for at least 20 years. Mr. Sherwood always made sure to tell me what great things he found at various tag sales. I will think of him fondly every time I go to one. He also made political fundraisers more fun by just being there. It was truly a privilege to have known him.
Kaye, Dave, and Nathalie Dougan (Sherwood)
May 14, 2012
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Jim and Arlene Hoogerwerf
May 14, 2012
Arlene and I are saddened to hear of Jon's passing. Jon and Sheila have been our good friends since college days at George Washington University. In those days we could only dream of the future--then we went on to live our dreams!
When I became an airline pilot, Jon commented, “Jim, when I become president, I want you to fly Air Force One.“ He probably never really dreamed of being president (then again, maybe he did), but what pilot would not want to fly Air Force One? It was his way of congratulating me and is a compliment I have never forgotten. Jon wont be forgotten either. He will always be with us in memory and spirit.
Our condolences go out to Sheila, his family, and dear friends.
Patricia Sherwood
May 14, 2012
Goodbye, old friend.
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