My deepest sympathies and condolences to Chris and family. May God bless you all and be with you during difficult times. 
With my deepest sympathies, 
Dallas Liston Morgan

Heart broken! John was like a father to me in my childhood. He will be greatly missed.

So sorry for your loss. I worked for John years ago at MPD and he was one of the best supervisors I ever had. He was straight forward honest and stood up for what was right. I'm certain he will be missed by all. I was blessed to have known John. 

My sincere condolences to Chris, Steven, and the entire family and friends of John Short. Captain Short, as he will forever be known to us, left an indelible mark on those who had the fortune of serving with him. He was a Cop’s Cop, and a man of great knowledge, integrity, and honesty. Rest in peace, my friend.

I certainly will miss John's smiling face each morning at 7Eleven.  He had to have his morning news paper.   Our deepest sympathy to his family.  

Scott and Sandy Meyers
Franchisee
7Eleven

“Captain” John Short,  you sir, were the heart and soul of Melbourne PD. I always knew where I stood with you and you always were a straight shooter. I recall those Friday and Saturday nights when we’d hear “104 Melbourne, 10-8. The only member of command staff who would come out and fight bad guys with the weekend mid shift. You will be missed and I became a better officer, sergeant and teacher because if your leadership and influence. I am a better man for knowing you. I pray Gods peace upon your family and friends. You left an incredible dent in our lives, and for that, I am thankful. Rest easy Captain, until Valhalla. 

Condolences to Christine, Steven and family.
I bid a fond farewell to my friend of almost 50 years. Boss and mentor for several years, colleague for 37 years and routine breakfast partner on and off for years as well.
The consumate professional, wise and respected teacher. Fair and ethically sound law enforcement officer, who should be a model for others in the profession.
Haven't seen you in a while but nonetheless,  there is a missing part of my life now, but lots of great memories.

I had the honor and pleasure of working with John Short during my years with the City of Melbourne. John was a great public service and cared about the community deeply. The City of Melbourne is a better place as a result of John’s dedicated service. 

   My sincere condolence to Chris, Steven, and all of Johns family. 
He spoke of you often and loved you all dearly. He was my coffee buddy every morning for 25+ years where we would try and solve the world's problems. I might add, it didn't work. I could not have asked for a better friend to have in my life and we shall see you on the other side John.

                                                                              David & Trina

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John Ward Short

September 19, 1945 – January 31, 2023

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