John D. Sherwood

AGE: 42 • Randolph

John D. Sherwood, 42, of Randolph, beloved husband of Tracey, devoted father of Nathaniel and Gabriel, treasured son of Lawrence and Patty, much-loved brother of Jennifer (Lewis) Beeman. John was taken suddenly as the result of an accident while skiing, on Monday, April 4, 2016. John, affectionately known as Wood or Woody, was born in Keansburg, on December 9, 1973. He attended St. Ann's Grammar School, Mater Dei High School, Seton Hall University, and New Jersey Institute of Technology. John was the Director of Systems Development at Prudential Financial in Newark. A dedicated father, John served as Committee Chair and Charter Liaison for Cub Scout Pack #109 as well as coach for his sons' baseball and sports teams.

John leaves behind a legacy of love. In addition to Tracey, Nate, Gabe, his loving parents and sister, John's life will continue to be celebrated by a multitude of extended family members including his in-laws and beloved nieces, nephews, godchildren, and friends.

Visitation will be Wednesday, April 13, 2016 from 3 pm - 5 pm and 7pm - 9pm at Tuttle Funeral Home, 272 Highway 10, Randolph, (www.tuttlefh.com). Funeral Mass will be at 10 am on Thursday, April 14 at St. Matthew the Apostle, Randolph. Burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Nate and Gabe Sherwood College Fund, P.O. Box 357, Ironia, NJ 07845-0357. For the full obituary, please refer to the Tuttle Funeral Home Website.

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Published by Daily Record & Asbury Park Press on Apr. 10, 2016.

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Kim DeFelice

April 20, 2016

We are truly sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you strength now and always.
Kim and Mike DeFelice

April 14, 2016

Dear Larry & Patti,
Our deepest condolences and love to you on the loss of your son, John. May you and your family find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Dianna & Richard Cardwell
Greeneville, TN

April 13, 2016

We are so sorry to Johns family. Our hearts go out to you. We haven't seen John in a while since his relationship with our son John. Our deepest sympathy. Lou and Maureen Croce

Mario Lanzisera

April 13, 2016

Dear Sherwood family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I had the incredible opportunity to work with John over the past year. He was an incredible person in and out. I will always remember how approachable he was and how he would always go out of his way to help. I will always remember him. God Bless.

Pedro Magbitang

April 13, 2016

John was an awesome guy. He made everyone feel special and important. We truly miss his presence. Heaven has opened its gates to welcome another wonderful soul. We also pray for his family and loved ones that they may continuously find the strength to go on during these trying moments and on days to come.

Pedro Magbitang

April 13, 2016

John was an awesome guy. He made everyone feel special and important. We truly miss his presence. Heaven has welcomed another wonderful soul. We pray for his family and loved ones as well that they continuously have the strength to go on through this moment.

Donna Tama

April 12, 2016

Our deepest sorrow, to John's family. There are no words of comfort that we can offer. Tracey, you are too young to have lost your wonderful husband. I know you have beautiful memories of John. The both of you loved each other so much. Gabe, and Nate, you will grow to know what an awesome daddy you had. Please God, walk in his footsteps. He was a wonderful example for you to follow. Patti and Larry, you have gone through the ultimate. The pain of losing your son. He was your golden boy. You are blessed to have so many good memories together. Jen, I'm so sorry, you lost the best brother. We are so fortunate to have had your treasure in our life for so long, too. So many wonderful occasions we were so lucky to be a part of. Our sons, Michael and Joseph loved him. From the day your golden boy came to our home until this very day, we felt he was a part of us. So many precious memories. I wish yesterday could have lasted forever. But, thank God, when we go home, we will have forever with John. God be with all of you. Patti and Larry, thank God you can take solace in the beautiful son you both raised. And, that you know how much John loves you. We are so very sorry, Donna Tama

April 12, 2016

Dear Patti and Larry. There will never be words to say, to express our deep sorrow to you. You have suffered the ultimate. We are so sorry. Tracey, Gabe, and Nate, everyone's hearts are so broken for you. Jen, you lost the best brother, anyone could have. We feel so blessed to have had John be such a big part of our lives. As that little beautiful blond haired boy came to our home, to play with our sons, Michael, and Joseph, the memories began. We immediately started to love him very much. He was your treasure, who you shared with us. We are at a loss. I think back on the days of his childhood, his graduations, his wedding, the birth of his sons, and all of his wonderful successes. Larry and Patti, you raised a golden boy. I look back at his past with our family, and all I can say is I wish our yesterdays, with this amazing, beautiful boy, could have lasted forever. But, I know one day we will all have forever with John. You must take solace that your son, always loved you so much. My sincere sorrow for your tragedy.... Donna and Joe
Tama

Ethel Conroy

April 12, 2016

Patty and Larry,
My condolences on the loss of your beloved son, John. May God bless you with His compassionate mercy at this time and always; and may John's soul rest in His peace.

Michael& Laurie Sherwood & Lees

April 11, 2016

Dear Larry & Patty,
We are so sorry to hear of John's accident, Our heart goes out to you and all the Family. We know he was a wonderful person and your beloved son. Our thoughts and prayers our with you and all of the family at this very difficult time. May his wonderful memories be a part of the strength that may help you through , We love you both very much.

Michael & Laurie Sherwood & Lees

April 11, 2016

Dear Tracey & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of John"s accident and the Loss of a great man, son ,husband, father ,nephew and cousin to so many of us who love him and will miss him so much. Our thoughts and prayers our with you and your family at this difficult time.

Heather McCarron

April 11, 2016

Patty and Larry,We are so incredibly sorry to hear about John's passing. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.Love,Heather and Terence McCarron (and children)

April 11, 2016

Dear Tracey, our hearts, too, are broken for you and the boys, and we grieve along with you and with our adopted Stonehill family. John's death is a loss for so many. Although we did not know John well, I admired his gentle, rational calmness and sense of humor and his obvious devotion and commitment to you and Gabe and Nate. Sending you warm thoughts of love, comfort and healing. Ray and Joanne Enama

Donna & Joe Tama

April 11, 2016

Our hearts are broken over the tragic loss of John. All the memories of this beautiful boy in our home, backyard and vacation keep coming to mind. We grieve with Tracey, Nate and Gabe. Larry, Patty, and Jen have our heartfelt sympathies. Donna & I will pray for all of you for the rest of our lives. We will pray to John because we know he's in a better place.

Veronica Conklin

April 11, 2016

John was the best of the best,I'm SO VERY sorry for your loss.you will all be in everyone's prayers for a long long time.

Heidi Sherwood

April 10, 2016

So very sorry for your loss Tracey, Larry, Patty, Jennifer and kids. John was a true treasure. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this very dark time. May your loving memories pull you through and give you strength.

margaret desmond/cahill

April 10, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of teaching Woody at Mater Dei he was a great young man. I have nothing but wonderful memories. My prayers to everyone.
Love Margaret (Desmond) Cahill

Christopher Wolfe

April 10, 2016

When you stop to sit and think about it, every group of friends needs one:

One who always laughs whether he made the joke or the joke is about him;

One who is the barometer for normalcy in the room, never judging or questioning, always listening and caring;

One who always accepts you regardless of your flaws, whether you last saw him a day ago or three years ago;

One who celebrates his proudest moments the same way he celebrates his worst moments;

One who leads the morass with the patience of a Saint through the collegial chaos of a fantasy football draft or organizing a golf outing;

One who deals only in candor (exceptions: Talking about the Yankees to a Mets fan, talking about the Giants to a Cowboys fan, his 14th hole of any golf round);

One who always maintains integrity and credibility, even when he should not;

One who uses logic and reason, rarely emotion, to undo a complicated situation;

One you would love to see sitting alone as you walk into a bar, knowing you were in for a couple of hours of intellectual sparring and good drink;

One who could talk about everything from the history of World War II, to Iraq disarmament, to changing his son's diaper to his exemplary round of golf - - always his exemplary round of golf - - all within three minutes;

One who is always substance over form;

One who EVERYBODY admires and in one way or another emulates;

Every group of friends needs one, but not every group of friends is lucky enough to have one. My group of friends was lucky enough to have one.

I will miss this one.

Love you, John.

Rest knowing that your friends will always be there for Tracey and your boys.

Helen Wronko

April 10, 2016

Dearest John

I remember when you were a little boy and you would come over to play with Dom and Steven. When it came time to leave I had to push you out the door as you were always so deeply engrossed in watching tv. You grew up to be a great son, husband, father and friend. You will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved you.

Mahesh Chandak

April 10, 2016

John was a wonderful human being. We will miss him dearly. Our prayers for Tracey , Nate , Gabe and his beloved family . May his memories inspire us all for ever.

Pam Curchin

April 10, 2016

My prayers are with Patty, Larry and the entire Sherwood family during this time of great loss. May your loving memories of John sustain you during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Pam Curchin
Middletown, NJ

Mary Lundin

April 10, 2016

Deepest sympathy.

Colleen Sotirion

April 9, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Sherwood family

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