The Henry County Sheriff's Office patrols and protects all of Henry County. Providing the best service for the community and ensuring all citizens are safe. We are here for our community.
We ensure all of our deputies are trained to the best job possible and to provide not only protection for Henry County but to also serve the citizens of it. Giving back to the community and providing care, friendship, and professionalism to everyone we come into contact with.
Sheriff Oberkrom has been serving Henry County for over 20 years. Mr.Oberkrom enjoys interacting with the community to build a strong bond between the Sheriff's Office and the citizens of Henry County.
Our team is filling with many great members of the community. We strive to ensure our deputies do their best and they always provide the best service. Our deputies are active in the community always giving back and helping it grow into something great!
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Our Sheriff History
Joseph Fields: First Sheriff
Joseph Fields was the first Sheriff and was appointed by the Governor in 1835. His deputy, Nathan Fields became acting Sheriff when Joseph Fields died in 1836.
Years
1835-1836
Nathan Fields
Appointed after death of Joseph Fields in 1836.
Years
1836-1837
Robert Allen
Was the first Sheriff to be elected rather than appointed.
Years
1837-1840
Phillip J. Buster
Years
1840-1841
William R. Owen
Years
1841-1844
Robert Allen
Years
1845-1848
William R. Taylor
Years
1849-1850
John M. Van Hoy
Years
1851
Dewit C. Stone
Years
1854
William R. Taylor
Years
1858
Jasper N. Coats
Years
1862
Samuel K. Williams
Years
1863
James M. Miller
Years
1866
Henry T. Dodson
Years
1868
John Curtis
Years
1871
David T. Terry
Years
1873-1876
William B. Calvird
Years
1877-1880
Ambrose B. Hopkins
Years
1881-1884
William J. Elliston
Years
1885-1888
James H. Calloway
Years
1889-1892
James. E. Bennett
Years
1893-1896
Jerry G. Calloway
Years
1897-1900
Isaac Adair
Years
1901-1904
Jesse D. Hall
Years
1905-1908
J.D. King
Years
1909-1912
John C. Pepper
Years
1913-1916
Warren T. Runner
Years
1917-1920
Glen E. Runner
Years
1921-1924
Jay Markle
Years
1925-1928
August Kahmann
Years
1929-1932
Sterlin V. Harness
Years
1933-1936
Dalton Davis
Years
1937-1940
J.D. Teays
Years
1941-1944
Robert M. Eberting
Years
1945-1952
Everett W. Austin
Years
1953-1956
Lawrence W. Sartin
Years
1957-1960
Wilbur R. Schmidt
The longest tenured Sheriff, serving Henry County for 20 years from 1961 through 1980.
Years
1961-1980
Peter R. Werner
Years
1981-1984
Jerome H. Wareham
Years
1985-1992
Jack M. Reynolds
Years
1993-1996
J. Kent Oberkrom
Years
1997-Present
Career Opportunities
Our current applications for a patrol deputy are bellow. As well as some requirements for applying. If you have any questions you can contact us via the contact form at the bottom of the page. You may send the fillable application via email assuming you accept the risks of sending your personal information through an email. You may also turn applications in person to the front desk.
Extra Information / Requirements: •Minimum of a High School graduate or GED •Minimum of 21 years old •Must have no criminal history •Perfer College degree or some college •You'll receive full county benefits
Application Links (PDFs):
Most Wanted
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We've caught 1 fugitive(s) via our current website.
