So that's my say. Sorry if I rambled. If you say he was good to people, then I have no reason not to believe you. All I have is that young memory. Once again, I appologize for even bringing any of this up. I wish you all peace in your grief and hope that your hearts will heal from his loss.

I absolutely HAVE to disagree with Melissa that Derwin didn't do anything wrong, though. Whether you are talking about the incident that happened with me or the incident that ended his life, I think that we would all agree that he WAS doing something wrong in at least those two moments of his life. Under certain circumstances, I can even respect him for knocking over the Dollar General believe it or not. If his family were absolutely starving and he had no other way to get money, then yes... it is illegal, but it is sort of understandable. Family comes first.

I was in a brand new school and was a bit surprised that this was even happening. Nothing like that ever happened again I can assure you. I didn't beat the hell out of him, but he definitely took a beating until we got broke up. Yes, it happened over 20 years ago and I have moved on, but it is my only clear memory of him, and I thought that I would share it (even though in retrospect, it was probably not a good idea). Nonetheless, it was a formative event in my life. I was the guy that nobody disliked and I had never had to deal with anybody messing with me before. Or since for that matter. This made me aware that there are people out there who want to hurt you for nothing more than their own entertainment.

Well anonymous...My parents, my sister and I were at Derwin's memorial service. There were plenty of people who got up and spoke of the things Derwin did for them. One elderly lady said he always helped her out if she needed repairs on her house, transportation, etc...he was like a son to her. I know he had 2 stepsons that adored him, one of whom he helped get into the military...we all had crappy experiences in jr. high and high school. We forgive those who hurt us but no, we never forget. That point made, Derwin did not do anything wrong. He was a good boy who couldn't seem to find whatever help he needed. But, he did not do anything! God bless you all and I hope your lives are blessed.

It strikes me as I am thinking about this that maybe I should have given this guy another chance. Tried to take his bullying and turn it around and try to be his friend. Mrs. Helms, Mrs. Dean... Derwin picked a fight with me in 7th grade because his friend told him to. He was a bully then, but maybe he changed over the years and became the good man that you knew. Therefore, rather than telling us what POS's we are because we are speaking about him without knowing anything about him, why don't you tell us of something good that he did for the world or even an individual. Anything that you can think of that he did in the 25 or so years since that incident. I need something better than ... well, his mama loved him. ... or gawd is gonna strike you down for sayin them mean things bout Derwin. I'm serious. I want you to take my bad experience with him and make me believe that he was a good person. I'm ready to forgive. Help me out here.

Well Dave, let me tell you, I've known him since he was 10 years old. He was a good kid, never had any problems or had gotten into any trouble. Not until he met up with a certain girl who'll not be named. Unfortunatley he got mixed up with the wrong people, and he let them influence his life. He may not have lived up to Stockbridge standards but let me tell you, him and his family are the best thing that ever came out of Stockbridge, GA. Durwin would have given the shirt off his back to help anyone. He was the most loving Son a mother could ask for. And if any of you really new him, you'd know that it wasn't him that robbed all those places. All I know is he has a family that loved him and still does, and I can't understand why so many of you have tried to belittle him, when you don't even know him. Ya'll just piss me off with all your ignorance, and your mightier than thou personas. I guess you were all angels and have spouted your wings.....Yea Right!!!!!!

It makes me sick reading these comments. Just exactly who are you people and when did you become God. Are you all going to seriously sit there and reflect on your life and it is exactly perfect, you have been the perfect vision of God's wish for His children....Judge not, lest thyself be judged. Derwin was a friend he had problems, he didn't deal with them the right way and his mother is the most wonderful person in the world. His brother and sister loved him deeply. People make mistakes, oh wait those of you on here commenting that it's great he died have NEVER done anything wrong in your lives.....MY BAD!!! God help Derwin's family as they grieve and God help you people because you desperately need His guidance.

Thank you Mrs.Helms..none of you know anything about him..His family loves him very much.get a life

It's people like 'Mrs. Helms' that enable these scumbags. Maybe it was her son. Go figure.

Ever stop to think that there are good people that do stupid things out of desperation? Since when is the death of any one right? Don't you animals out there realize this kid had a Mother? No she didn't need her kid stealing....But really... Death? Maybe if it was one of your kids and you heard everyone saying horrable things about your kid, just how frigin happy would you be? Y'all live in this Bible Belt...Please there's not one of you "christians" worth a damn. I'm sure God is so proud of you!! And his name was Derwin Schofield, at least spell his name correctly, he was a Son, a Brother, an Uncle, and a Friend, maybe he did something stupid, but he didn't deserve to die. The old saying comes to mind "ye who cast that first stone in the glass house". I'm sure Y'all are just as pure as the driven snow. There's more I'd like to say, but y'all aint worth it, you wouldn't have an understanding bone in your bodies.

GOOD RIDDANCE!

Hooray, saving GA money. This should be standard operating procedure.

Well that's one we won't have to support in the jail system forever. Good job Lt Cosper.

As a Walton Co. resident, I would like to thank the Walton Co. Sheriff's Department and the Georgia State Patrol. Good Work!

The driver who executed the pit manuever was the judge, jury, and executioner.