Shield.  Gyronny bendwise Argent and Azure, surmounted by a crosslet Celeste, all counter-changed by a disc of the third, superimposed by a hurt bearing a mullet Argent (Silver Gray).

Crest.  From a wreath Argent and Azure, ten rays extending outward from center Or, between the rays four mullets arched Gules, overall a depiction of the LCI 319 in a body of water; all Proper.

Supporters.  One on either side of the shield, a pair of white-tail stags rampant Proper.

Motto.  A scroll dual-parted Gules, inscribed “SESE DONANDI ET FORTITUDO” Argent.

Shield. Blue, red and white are the colors traditionally associated with the U.S. Coast Guard.  Seaman First Class John C. Scheuerman was often described as “cool,” referring to his remarkable ability to maintain his composure while serving as an anti-aircraft gunner in World War II.  The colors used here--light blue, dark blue and white--together create a “cool” palette to characterize his calmness under fire. The geometric arrangement of the elements on the shield mimic the crosshairs of Scheuerman’s round “spider web” sight.  The center of the arrangement also resembles a pupil, denoting the Seaman’s strong eye and high accuracy.  The Silver Star in center denotes the award he received for his actions taken during the Allied Invasion of Italy on 9 September 1943.

Crest.  The ten rays represent the ten months that Scheuerman served in the Coast Guard.  In that short span of time, the Seaman commissioned a ship, crossed the Atlantic Ocean, saw three continents, and participated in two invasions before losing his life; all notable accomplishments for a man only 19 years old.  The ship depicted is the LCI-319, the vessel on which Scheuerman served.  The four stars above it commemorate the four battle stars earned by LCI-319 for her service in World War II.

In heraldry, the wreath (or torse) is a critical element of a coat of arms, it was the twisted band composed of two strips of gold or silver lace and silk by which the crest is joined to the knight’s helmet.  The torse is always composed of six twists of material displayed alternately.  The first twist is the primary metal color (gold or silver) and the second twist represents the primary color of arms in the shield.

Supporters. The white-tailed deer is the official state mammal in Scheuerman's home state of Ohio.  In heraldry, deer are also symbolic of those who stand their ground, as well as the general characteristics of fortitude and strength.

Motto: The motto, “SESE DONANDI ET FORTITUDO,” translates to “SELFLESSNESS AND STRENGTH.”

Seal.  The coat of arms as blazoned in full color on a circular white background, enclosed by a dark blue border edged on the outside with a gold rope, inscribed “USCGC JOHN SCHEUERMAN” above and “WPC 1146” below, all gold_­.