Man known for pro-Trump displays who was killed outside his home was ‘caring’ and ‘kind,’ family says
Kerry Sheron, a 69-year-old man known for his pro-Trump displays, was killed outside his home in Escondido, California. His family described him as a caring individual who enjoyed cooking for local retirement homes. The suspect, Thomas Caleb Butler, has been charged with multiple offenses related to the attack, which police say was unprovoked.
- ▪Kerry Sheron was attacked outside his home on May 20 and died from his injuries on May 23.
- ▪His family described him as a kind man who hosted fish fries and was well-known in the community.
- ▪The suspect, Thomas Caleb Butler, has been charged with attempted murder and other offenses, and he pleaded not guilty.
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- ▪ California veteran known for pro-Trump display outside his home dies after assault — The Guardian — US
- ▪ SoCal Man Dies After Attack Outside Trump-Themed Home — Real Clear Politics
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U.S. newsMan known for pro-Trump displays who was killed outside his home was ‘caring’ and ‘kind,’ family saysAlejandra Nava said her stepfather, Kerry Sheron, enjoyed working as a chef at local retirement homes in Escondido, California, and would host a fish fry every Friday.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Kerry Sheron, right, a Southern California man known for his patriotic and pro-Trump home decorations died after he was assaulted outside his house, authorities said.ShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 27, 2026, 4:07 PM EDTBy Minyvonne Burke and Tim StellohThe death of a Southern California man who was attacked outside his home decorated with Donald Trump memorabilia has left his family struggling to cope.
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