ByMichael Duears
We regret to inform you of the passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Sgt. Vernon “Stoney” Stonesifer, MDSP Retired. OBITUARY Vernon Alonza “Stoney” Stonesifer of Joppa, Maryland passed away at his home on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the age of 90. Stoney was predeceased by his wife of 66 years Pattie Stonesifer, son Lonnie…
ByMichael Duears
The MSPAA sadly announces the recent passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Sergeant Patrick J. Byrne, MDSP Retired, age 86, on January 13, 2026. Law enforcement was truly a family calling for Patrick. His father was also a police officer, and his legacy of service continued through his son, Sean Byrne, who served as a…
ByMichael Duears
It is with deep sorrow that the Cumberland Barrack announces the death of Retired Sergeant Charles (Charlie) Snow, who passed away on January 10, 2026 at the age of 94. In the early stages of his career in 1958, Sgt. Snow was assigned to road patrol duties at the Cumberland Barrack, later transitioning to Aviation…
ByMichael Duears
It is with great sadness that I report of the passing of MSP Retired Cpl. Robert “Bob” Heuisler on January 8, 2026, with his family by his side. Bob fought a long and courageous battle. On January 1st, he entered his ninth month as a patient in the ICU at Johns Hopkins Hospital. The family…
ByMichael Duears
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day – January 9, 2026. Friday, January 9, 2026 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. For many years, law enforcement and our public render this day as a “thank you” for our police that have served and those that continue to protect and serve the citizens of Maryland. Various measures to recognize our heroes that serve our communities can be done in…
ByMichael Duears
In the midst of the holiday season we want to thank you for your contributions to the organization this year. Whether hand, heart, or monetary gifts, we appreciate each of you and your efforts. Holidays can be difficult for many. Those that have lost a loved one and those that are aching with grief after…
ByMichael Duears
We regret to inform you of the passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Sgt. Mark Hammond Ward, MDSP Retired. We send our condolences and sympathy to Sgt. Ward’s family and friends during this difficult time. OBITUARY On December 14, 2025 Mark H. Ward beloved husband of Donna Jennings Ward, devoted father of Kristin Ward Shaffer…
ByMichael Duears
We regret to inform you of the passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Lt. Donald Carlyle Hash, MDSP Retired. OBITUARY Donald C. Hash, 88, of Elkton, MD passed away on November 29, 2025. Born in Sugar Grove, VA on February 20, 1937, he was the son of the late Robert Carlyle and Pauline Lucy Barker…
ByMichael Duears
We regret to inform you of the recent passing of Retired TFC Robert Eveland of Dunkirk, Maryland. Bob entered the MSP Academy in 1969. His first assignment was the Greenbelt Barrack. Due to his experience in criminal work, Bob was recruited in Crime Lab where he spent most of his career. He truly was one…
ByMichael Duears
We regret to inform the membership of passing of Harvey Tyndal Casbarian Jr , age 93 of Chestertown, Md. on September 21, 2025. A distinguished career of service followed this legendary trooper, who served with the Maryland State Police from 1956 to 1960. Casbarian was one of the first founding members of the Maryland State…
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