08/08/2026
All of us at the Bolero Resort mourn the sudden passing of Patrolman Shawn Stimmel.
Shawn was more than a police officer to us — he was a friend. He was a genuinely great guy with a quick smile, a great sense of humor, and a personality that could light up a room.
For more than two decades, Shawn served and protected the Wildwood community, but the badge was only one part of who he was. He was a Wildwood guy through and through, and his loss will be felt throughout this entire community.
Our deepest condolences go out to Shawn’s children, family, friends, and his brothers and sisters at the Wildwood Police Department.
Shawn, we will miss you buddy.
- The Lerro Family and Staff
It is with extremely heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Patrolman Shawn Stimmel Badge #365. Shawn began his career here in Wildwood in 2001. He held positions in the Patrol Division, Community Policing/Bike Unit, Field Training Unit, and as a School Resource Officer in the Wildwood School District.
Shawn was always the officer who could bring a smile and/or a heavy laughter to an entire room of police officers. His light-hearted and genuine approach to our demanding profession was a breath of fresh air. He grew up in the Wildwoods with his family owning and operating Bill’s Getty, and he worked as a youth at Schumann’s Restaurant.
We ask that everyone in our community keep Shawn’s children, family, and friends in their thoughts and prayers as they navigate this difficult time. The Wildwood Police Department would like to thank everyone in the law enforcement community and our local community who have reached out in support during this difficult time. The service arrangements will be shared once they have been arranged.
