Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey Neil Sheets, Marathon County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin

Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey Neil Sheets

Marathon County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin

End of Watch Saturday, May 21, 1994

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Jeffrey Neil Sheets

Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey Sheets was shot by a man who refused to leave a dangerous area.

An explosion occurred in the garage of the subject's home, but the man would not leave despite numerous attempts by Deputy Sheets. When Deputy Sheets attempted to move this man, he was shot twice with a .22 caliber handgun.

The shooter was convicted of first-degree intentional homicide and sentenced to life.

Deputy Sheets had served with the Marathon County Sheriff's Office for nine years. He is survived by his wife, son, and daughter.

Bio

Age 30
Tour 9 years
Badge 128

Incident Details

Cause Gunfire
Incident Date Thursday, May 19, 1994
Weapon Handgun; .22 caliber
Offender Life in prison

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I was only 12 when my uncle was taken from us, and I never got the chance to truly know him. But even at that age, I understood that something terrible and unfair had happened. Uncle Jeff gave his life trying to protect others, doing the job he believed in, serving his community with quiet strength and unwavering courage.

As I’ve grown older, that kind of selfless bravery has stuck with me. The heroism in simply showing up, doing what’s right, and standing your ground, even when it’s hard or dangerous, is something I deeply admire. I may not have a lifetime of memories with him, but I carry his story now. I’ll never forget the cost of his sacrifice or the impact of his legacy.

Crystal Redmann (Sheets)
Niece

May 22, 2025