86R6546 BPG-D
By: Leach H.R. No. 114
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, North Texas residents were deeply saddened by the
loss of Officer David Charles Sherrard of the Richardson Police
Department, who was killed in the line of duty on February 7, 2018,
at the age of 37; and
WHEREAS, The son of Margaret and Alvin Sherrard, David
Sherrard was born on October 9, 1980, and grew up in Dallas and
Mesquite with a sister, Cristal, and a brother, Mark; he married his
high school sweetheart, the former M. Nicole Bradley, in Dallas on
November 9, 2002, and they were blessed with two daughters, Emily
and Grace; devoted to his family, Officer Sherrard enjoyed caring
for his children and surprising his wife with little gifts; he was
sustained by a strong faith and read the Bible regularly for
guidance; and
WHEREAS, Officer Sherrard was a 13-year veteran of the
Richardson Police, and he served on the SWAT team for a decade;
while demonstrating exceptional skill and selfless dedication, he
also knew how to lighten the mood with his wonderful sense of humor;
his leadership enhanced the effectiveness of the team, and he was a
mentor to many younger officers; and
WHEREAS, A courageous law enforcement officer, David
Sherrard embodied the highest ideals of his profession, and
although he is greatly missed by all who were privileged to share in
his love and friendship, his heroism will remain a lasting source of
inspiration; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Officer David
Charles Sherrard of the Richardson Police Department and extend
profound sympathy to his family, friends, and fellow officers; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Officer
David Charles Sherrard.