Brent Sherwood

Brent Stephen Sherwood, 66, of Minden, Nebraska, passed away on March 3, 2026, at Kearney Regional Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska. Brent was born on May 24, 1959, in Syracuse, Kansas, to Steve and Evelyn Sherwood (Comer). He spent much of his life in Minden, Nebraska, where he became a familiar and friendly presence in the community he loved. Brent worked for many years in agriculture and later spent many years as a truck driver, including with CASH-WA of Kearney, Nebraska, before retiring. Through his work and daily life, he met countless people and had a gift for connecting with others. Brent truly never knew a stranger and was known for his easygoing nature and willingness to strike up a conversation with anyone. He enjoyed the simple things in life that brought people together. Brent loved fishing, sitting around a fire, listening to his records, attending concerts, and spending time by the water. He also enjoyed making lead fishing weights and sharing his hobbies with others. Above all, he valued community, conversation, and the moments that brought family and friends together. Brent is survived by his children and their families: Austin and Morgan Sherwood of Ord, Nebraska; Keegan and Lilly Sherwood of Corvallis, Oregon; Dayln Sherwood of Hastings, Nebraska; and Jaxson and Sierra Sherwood of Omaha, Nebraska. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Metsyn and Annexlyn (Nexie) Sherwood of Ord, Nebraska. Close family friends Brandon and Kassie Reeh, along with Harper and Stella Reeh of Minden, Nebraska, were also an important part of Brent’s extended family. He is also survived by his brothers, Lance and Becky Sherwood of Oklahoma, and Loyd Sherwood of Kansas, along with many cousins and extended family members who will remember him fondly. A Celebration of Life will be held on June 21, 2026, in Healy, Kansas. Details will be announced. A second Celebration of Life will be held on June 27, 2026, at Carl Sensil's home located at 929 east Minden street, Minden, NE beginning at 5pm with dinner followed by a bonfire, where family and friends will honor Brent’s wishes by spreading some of his ashes, listen to music, and remember the joy he brought to us all. Brent will be remembered for his love of music, the outdoors, the Kansas City Chiefs, his Minden water, and the people around him. His memory will live on in the stories shared around fires, the songs played on old records, football season, and the quiet moments spent by the water. In Brent’s honor, gather often, share stories, play the music loud, and keep the fire burning.

Brent Sherwood

May 24, 1969 - March 3, 2026