It is with heavy hearts that this week we say goodbye to our brother, Sergeant Raymond Scholwinski. He passed away Wednesday after a courageous battle against coronavirus. Sgt. Scholwinski began his service with the Harris County Sheriff's Office as a reserve deputy in 1979 and then went on to serve as a full-time officer for 26 years. His most recent assignment was as the day watch Contract Sergeant in District 2.
Sgt. Scholwinski represented the best of our family. Whether he was on patrol, making a neighborhood association presentation, or in the field during hurricanes, tropical storms, and other disasters, Ray consistently delivered for our residents. He will be greatly missed.
This morning Sgt. Scholwinski was escorted from Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands to a funeral home in Houston. Click
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to see the procession. Please keep Sgt. Scholwinski's wife, Rynda, and their children in your prayers during this difficult time.
Funeral services for Sgt. Raymond Scholwinski have been set for Thursday, May 14 at First Assembly of God in Humble. A public visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., with social distancing enforced. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Admission into the sanctuary will be strictly limited to ensure proper social distancing. Additional details will be forthcoming next week. May he rest in peace. E.O.W. 05/06/2020.
Today, we welcome 47 new deputies to our family. After 6 months of Basic Peace Officer Course (B.P.O.C.) training, their hard work, and sacrifice are paying off. Class B2-2019 had a badge pinning ceremony where they were sworn-in as deputies. The graduation is scheduled for June 23 at 6 p.m. at the First Humble Assembly Church. Let’s congratulate them and wish them the best as they start their next chapter in their careers. Click
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to watch the badge pinning ceremony.
This week I want to honor and thank our detention staff, and our medical personnel as we celebrate National Correctional Officers and Employees Week and National Nurses Week. A week when we celebrate the heroes that work tirelessly to keep our Harris County Jail going. Your work is appreciated, and it does not go unnoticed. I’m incredibly proud to work with a team of devoted and dedicated professionals. You’re the everyday heroes!
Stay Safe
Now more than ever, it’s important to remember that COVID-19 is still an invisible enemy that we need to keep fighting. We all play an important role to stop the spread. Keep following the recommendations to protect yourself against the virus. If you want to get tested click
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or call 832-927-7575 to schedule an appointment.
Caring for our HCSO Family
Much-needed supplies, such as masks, gloves, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes, are continuing to arrive for distribution to our teammates daily. If you need supplies, please contact your supervisor so that we can take care of your needs.
In keeping with our Fifth Core Value, our Wellness Unit, as well as our Chaplaincy, are available to assist you. Should you or your family have a physical need for hard-find-supplies, financial assistance, emotional, and or spiritual support, please reach out to them.
Lt. Shannon Bowdoin 936-776-6537
Don Savell 832-233-4387
Dr. Robert Seals
It is only together that we will emerge from this tough time. We must remain strong and hopeful. Thank you to all of my teammates for the incredible work you do every day. God bless you, and God bless the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Sincerely,
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez
