Howard Louis Sherwood, age 93, of White River, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, March 30, 2015. Howard was born on January 20, 1922 to John and Nellie Sherwood on their homestead northeast of Wood, where the family of two girls and five boys grew up. Howard took to the family business of ranching, and he dedicated his life to becoming a successful rancher.
Howard met the love of his life, Opal Jean (McIver) Sherwood, at a café in White River where she and her twin sister, Ora, worked as waitresses. He married Opal on April 3, 1951. Through good and bad times, they raised eight children: Les, Dave, Lila, Donna, Teresa, Terry, Julie, and Troy.
Howard was dedicated to his wife, his children, and his ranch. His many grandchildren and great grandchildren played a special part in his life. He worked day in and day out, almost never leaving the ranch for more than a day. When it came to providing for his family or the maintenance of the ranch, no job was beyond Howard. His passion was his registered roan quarter horses. He was an experienced ranch hand, farmer, and mechanic. He was also a Cody Township Board Member for 31 years. For many years he worked as a lineman for the Wood Telephone Company. In his younger days, he enjoyed calling square dances. Howard’s favorite time of year was branding time. He was even recognized in the Tri-State Livestock Magazine for celebrating his 50 + years of calf roping.
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