GRANT, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – Sgt. Don Morsaw, 57, of the Grant Police Department, died on Saturday, September 6 from a medical emergency shortly after running a 5K in Alpena.

In his final moments, he showed the same compassion that defined his career – doubling back after finishing the race to help a disabled veteran with prosthetics cross the finish line. It was a fitting reflection of the life he lived.

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A U.S. Navy veteran, former deputy sheriff, EMT, and firefighter, Morsaw joined Grant Police in 2018 and quickly became known for his humility and kindness. He often downplayed his actions, calling himself “just a vessel,” but his deeds spoke loudly. From buying meals for arrestees to quietly covering bills for struggling families, he left a legacy of generosity.

Remembered as a humble hero.

Those who knew Morsaw recall a man who never sought attention but changed lives through small, selfless acts. He once paid for someone’s car insurance, replaced tires without asking for recognition, and offered gas cards to drivers in need.

Police Chief Jon Patterson said about Morsaw, “It wasn’t just about making calls and traffic stops. He genuinely cared about people and making sure they had food to eat and they had gas in their cars. The last thing he did on this earth was doing the same thing.”

His colleagues and community now grieve the loss of an officer remembered not only for his service, but for his heart. Survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great- grandchild, Morsaw leaves behind a powerful image: a police officer who, even at the end, was running back to help someone else finish the race.