In memory of TFC Steve Miller who passed on Monday, February 23, 2026, after a long illness.
November 27, 1950 – February 24, 2026
While working for the MSP, he was assigned to K-9 and North East Barrack. Steve was a man of few words but still spoke volumes in his quiet demeanor. Fondly remembered by his co-workers as “Oscar the Grouch”, Steve was never a fan of day shift. But he showed up pressed and polished, a credit to the uniform.
After his retirement Steve was involved in many charitable organizations and when he found the time, there was always a fishing rod in his hand.
Never one for fanfare, Steve’s request for no viewing or funeral will be honored by his wife and son.
Ride on F-7, you will not be forgotten!
OBITUARY
Stephen A. Miller passed away at home on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He is survived by his wife, Judith Matthews Miller; his sons, Kevin Miller and Douglas Megee Jr.; his grandchildren, Douglas III, Alex, Sarah, and Nicholas; and his best friends Phil and Vicki, Bryan and Lynn, and Rich.
Steve was among the last group of young men to be drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era, and upon his discharge entered the Maryland State Police Academy. He enjoyed a long and distinguished career with the Maryland State Police in which he served as a road Trooper, a K-9 handler, and a truck enforcement officer in Cecil County. During his career he was awarded a Governor’s Citation of Outstanding Merit and named Cecil County’s Policeman of the Year for rescuing an ice fisherman who had fell through the ice at Funk’s pond above the Conowingo dam.
Upon retirement from MSP, he worked for the Rising Sun Police Department, where he started a youth program which the Mayor called “Steve’s Kids”. He was awarded State of Maryland Police Officer of the Year for the program.
He continued serving on numerous local boards and commissions, including as Chairman of the Board of License Commissioners. He was also a devoted supporter of many community organizations, especially the Boys & Girls Club. He was a member of Rising Sun American Legion Post #194, Maryland Troopers Association Lodge #15. In his free time, Steve was an avid bass fisherman and enjoyed spending time on his boat with friends.
SERVICES
Private service to be held. Please stop and thank a Maryland State Trooper for their service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: “Maryland Troopers Association, Lodge XV, Shield of Hope Charity” and sent in care of R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A., P.O. Box 248, Rising Sun, MD 21911.
