'An Absolute Tragedy': Judge Delivers Sentence in Jealous Husband Murder Trial

"What an absolute tragedy." Judge Donald Hocker said he prayed for the families of both Kenneth 'Davis' McClendon and William 'Bud' Ackerman before delivering his sentence.

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#CourtTV - Did the judge get it right?

[myph]

This Judge is great. Best address I have seen a judge give in a court case. God bless you Judge.

[carlasmith]

What a gem this judge is. God bless you.

[paulwaters]

I was so impressed with this judge & the fact the judge said he'd prayed for both sets of families.. Judge is a class act

[rosiesingleton]

Man, sentencing right after verdict ? Why can’t it be like this in all guilty verdicts.😮

[jamestamu]

What a great and compassionate judge. We need more like him. Follows the law; doesn't try to make it.

[LisaFerguson-lwil]

I discovered that my then boyfriend was cheating. I was 21. I wanted to confront him and the girl. Something kicked in. I called the boyfriend and told him I was breaking up with him because I wasn't ready to commit. I held my head high. It hurt. Jealousy is pointless.

[justme]

What an awesome, caring judge. Brought tears to my eyes.

[northerngirl]

Wisdom with empathy is something all judges should possess.

[robyn]

Four weeks before the divorce was finalised, what was the point? This man had to have the last say in the most callous & spiteful way. Not a nice example for his children to be left with in handling conflict or jealousy. Children on both sides have lost their fathers

[JCarpenter-dmxg]

When the judge starts lecturing, you know your goose is cooked …

[jessiefrye]

Jealousy, eats a person inside out. It destroys. It completely takes over your life.
Just move on, and BE GLAD you are OK.

[Nurturing]

I respect this Judge! Beautiful, loving & thoughtful comments expressed are beneficial for us all. Thank you, kind Sir!!! ❣️⚖️

[ElizabethTheunissen-pivi]

A wonderful Christian judge, who really cares for both sides. But he sticks to the law. Your honour, you are one of a kind. May God bless you and may your son be totally healed and restored, through Jesus.

[lindabradford]

People can not handle rejection! It's pathetic. Get over it and move on.

[debereisinger]

We definitely need more judges like him! ❤️

[rubelaw]

Did I hear that correctly forty five years... 😲

[magdasmith]

God bless the Judge. Outstanding Judge.❤

[returnofsoma]

This judge is just as good as Judge Newman. He is a man of true character.

[bacoda]

much respect to this particular judge....