Haakon County Sheriff's Department, South Dakota
End of Watch Thursday, March 21, 1985
Add to My HeroesMatthew Victor "Mike" Schofield, Sr.
Sheriff Mike Schofield succumbed to injuries he received in a vehicle crash on November 6, 1984.
Sheriff Schofield was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and had served in law enforcement for 28 years, serving as the Sheriff for 22 years. He was survived by his wife, five sons, three daughters, and 14 grandchildren.
Bio
- Age 65
- Tour 28 years
- Badge 31-1A
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Tuesday, November 6, 1984
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsSheriff Schofield,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice
-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during World War II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
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