John David Norsworthy Jr.

His name was John David Norsworthy, but he was also known as JD…A 39-year-old Sheriffs Deputy who always had a huge smile on his face, a devoted father and husband, an honorable son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew…and so much more. Born at Fort Hood in Killeen, TX and raised in Sugar Land, John was one of the greatest guys you’ll ever know. Although killed in the line of duty, John loved being an officer and his primary goal was “to get the bad guys off the streets.” Undoubtedly, he would do it all over again – no regrets.

John was completely dedicated to the love of his life, Melissa, and his two children, Jacob and Katlyn, enjoying almost 20 years of marriage, family, love and laughter. He was totally devoted to his family – and making this world a safer place for everyone. Kind-hearted, amazing, smart, brave, dedicated, honorable, funny, caring…no one word cannot begin to describe John.

The endless wonderful stories of caring, dedication, work ethic and devotion to family and friends will forever be a testament to his legacy. He never hesitated to pitch in and do things for others. His fellow officers all say he always had your back and is truly one of the greatest men you will ever know – on and off duty. The world has lost a great man, a hero. 4P130 is now patrolling the Gates of Heaven.

John was preceded in death by his grandfathers, John Henry Norsworthy and John Raymond Cahill; aunt, Patricia Steele Cahill. He is survived by his wife, Melissa; children, Jacob and Katlyn of Richmond, TX; parents, John David Norsworthy Sr. and Donna Cahill Norsworthy of Sugar Land, TX; mother and father-in-law, Lee and Helen Hardy of Clute, TX; sister, Bridget Norsworthy Roth and husband, Darrell Roth of Sugar Land, TX; Grandmothers, Arviline Cahill of Angleton, TX and Nira Dell Norsworthy of Pennington, TX; nieces and nephews; Grace, Judd and Caroline Roth; sister-in-law Brandy Hardy and niece and nephew, Rachel and Adam. Uncle John Cahill; cousins, Amber Cahill and John Bryan Cahill; and a host of other family and friends.

Visitation will be on Friday, January 7, 2011 at 5:30 pm at First Colony Church of Christ, 2140 First Colony Blvd, Sugar Land, TX 77479. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, January 8th, 2011, at 10:00 am at First Colony Church of Christ in Sugar Land.