Fallen Officers / MSPAA Members / Death Notices
ByMichael Duears
It is with great sadness that we report the loss of one of Maryland’s Finest.Former Sgt. John Altvater, was an outstanding trooper, amazing investigator, and leader in the law enforcement community. After leaving MSP, Altvater went into the private sector. May his family know that he will always be remembered. May he Rest In Peace….
ByMichael Duears
The Cumberland Barrack is sad to announce the passing of retired Sergeant Robert Farrell. Sgt. Farrell served the Department proudly for 28 years, retiring in December 2002 from the Cumberland Barrack. Per his family, Sgt. Farrell was very proud to have been a medic in the Maryland State Police Aviation Command, flying in the early…
ByMichael Duears
The MSPAA sadly announces the recent passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” TFC Thomas Stephen Beman. OBITUARY Thomas Stephen BemanApril 21, 1951 ~ October 17, 2024 (age 73) Thomas Stephen Beman, 73, went to be with the Lord on October 17, 2024. Tom was born on April 21, 1951. Tom grew up in Yonkers, New York…
ByMichael Duears
Maryland Troopers pay tribute to our Fallen Heroes Saturday, October 19, 2024 — Berlin, MD Maryland law enforcement and survivors of law enforcement line of duty death, gathered in Ocean City for the Annual COPS Retreat. Over 250 guests attended the Memorial Service which honors many of our law enforcement officers that were killed in…
ByMichael Duears
The MSPAA sadly announces the recent passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” TFC John H. Eberwein. OBITUARY John Henry EberweinJune 14, 1939 – September 18, 2024 John Henry Eberwein, 85 is survived by his loving family. Retired Maryland State Police Officer and Founder and owner of Eberwein Funeral Service, White Plains, Maryland. You may share memories…
ByMichael Duears
The MSPAA sadly announces the recent passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Lt. Douglas DeLeaver, MDSP, Retired. OBITUARY DOUGLAS DELEAVER (born December 22, 1946) passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024. Doug was educated in the Baltimore City Public School System, graduating from Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in 1964. Doug married Margie Washington in April…
ByMichael Duears
The MSPAA sadly announces the recent passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Lt. Michael Gawrych. OBITUARY Michael Gawrych, 74, of Elkton, MD passed away at home surrounded by his daughters, Kristine and Julie on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Born in Baltimore, MD on January 23, 1950, he was the son of the late Felix and Rose…
ByMichael Duears
We regret to inform you of the recent passing of retired CJIS Officer Jillian Watts on August 11, 2024. Please keep the Watts family in your prayers. Services were held on August 16, 2024. OBITUARY Jillian “Jill” Watts, 73, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center….
ByMichael Duears
We sadly report the recent loss of retired Lt. Wayne Scriber on September 16, 2024. OBITUARY Wayne Maurice ScriberMarch 2, 1954 – September 16, 2024 Wayne Maurice Scriber, 70 of Mechanicsville, MD, (affectionately called “Bimmy”), transitioned from this life into eternal rest on September 16, 2024. SERVICES Family and friends will unite on Tuesday, September…
ByMichael Duears
We regret to inform you of the recent passing of Joyce Starkey Hurley, age 85, beloved spouse of Retired Maj. William Hurley. OBITUARY Joyce Starkey Hurley of Chestertown, MD passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at the Barnett Hospice Center in Centreville, MD. She was 85. Joyce was born July 12, 1924 in Templeville,…
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