Death Notification

We regret to inform you of the passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Lt. Carlton Willis Collier, MDSP, Retired. OBITUARY Carlton Willis Collier, 94 On August 8th, 2024, Carlton Willis Collier passed away peacefully at home in the wonderful care of the great nurses of Vitas Hospice and of his loving wife. Carl was born…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of Retired Corporal Thomas Edward Mullinix, age 94, on March 7, 2025. Mullinix was recognized as our eldest trooper. OBITUARY Thomas E. Mullinix, Sr., affectionately known as “Ed,” passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in 1930 in Howard County,…

We regret to inform you of the passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Lt. George F. Zook, MDSP Retired. OBITUARY George F. ZookSeptember 7, 1938 — March 3, 2025Bel AirGeorge F. Zook age 86, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 3, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late…

We regret to inform you of the passing of Leo Dixon, age 71. Leo was a Motor Vehicle Division employee primarily working at the Easton Barrack, from 2004-2011. A memorial service is planned for March 15th, 1230 hrs. at the Bolden Tilghman Funeral Home in Federalsburg, Md. Point of contact is a relative, Mr. Allen…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of retired Cpl. James Joseph Lions on February 6, 2025. Lynn’s served the MSP for twenty-five years. OBITUARY James (Jim) Joseph Lyons, 80, of Stevensville, MD died at his home on Thursday, February 6, 2025. Jim was born in Lackawanna, NY, July 5, 1944 and was…

We regret to inform you of the passing of one of “Maryland’s Finest,” Cpl. Dewayne Rodney Queen, MDSP Retired. OBITUARY Dewayne Rodney QueenJanuary 20, 1964 – February 3, 2025 No obituary available. You may share memories & condolences on the Tribute Wall here. SERVICES WakeFebruary 19, 2025 @ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (ET)March Life…

We regret to report the passing of one of our retirees. First Sergeant John Vincent Knox, 87, of Boonsboro, Md. on February 6, 2025. Knox is survived by his wife, Joyce and his children. He retired from the College Park Barrack in the late 1980’s. OBITUARY John Vincent KnoxAugust 30, 1937 ~ February 6, 2025…

It is with a heavy heart that we report the recent loss of a MSP retiree, TFC Michael Wright, 63, of Baltimore, Md. DETAILS Birthplace & ResidenceBirthplace: Portsmouth, VirginiaResided In: Baltimore, Maryland  Viewing (note this is a new location)Location: Wylie Funeral Home (Baltimore County)9200 Liberty Road, Randallstown, MD 21133410-655-9200Date: Saturday, February 01, 2025Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of Retired Sgt. James Hamilton Balderson, 88, of Easton, Md. on January 16, 2025. OBITUARY James Hamilton Balderson of Easton, MD departed this life on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Bayleigh Chase retirement community in Easton. Born on January 7, 1937 in Talbot County, MD, he…

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….