Dutchess County Mourns the Passing of County Sheriff
Following the passing of Dutchess County Sheriff Adrian “Butch” Anderson, County Executive Marc Molinaro has issued the following statement:
Today we have lost an extraordinary public servant with the passing of Dutchess County Sheriff Adrian “Butch” Anderson. Butch devoted his entire life to protecting and serving the community he loved so dearly. Throughout his life, he was true leader – in law enforcement,
in elected office, and in service to community organizations. His call to serve ensured the safety of our community for more than 50 years and made a measurable difference in the lives of countless children, families and residents.
Our hearts are broken today and we send our deepest condolences to Sheriff Anderson’s family, including his wife Danielle and his four children – you are in our prayers and in our hearts.
He was my friend, a mentor and I loved him like an uncle. Butch Anderson was truly ‘second to none’ and we will honor him by following his example and his only ask of all of us, ‘treat others the way you want to be treated.’”
County Executive Molinaro has instructed that flags on all county facilities will be lowered to half-staff in Sheriff Anderson’s memory and in honor of his service to a grateful county. Additionally, the Dutchess County Office Building will lit blue this evening.
