Death Notification

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of retired Sgt. Carl Marshall, who served as a trooper and pilot for over 30 years. Carl “Papa Bear” Marshall helped with the establishment of the Cumberland Section (Trooper 5,) spent 15 years as a Sgt. at the Frederick Section (Trooper 3) and helped with the development…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of retired TFC William Byrd Jr., age 77, of Baltimore , MD. TFC Byrd passed away on June 18, 2026. TFC Byrd graduated from the MSP Academy in 1974. He was assigned to the JFK Highway and later ASED before retirement. Arrangements are being handled by…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of retired TFC Claude Dallas Musick, age 83, of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Musick passed away on June 2, 2026. He is survived by his wife Alice. daughter and several grandchildren children. TFC Musick spent thirteen years with the department working across the state primarily at the…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of one of Maryland’s finest. Retired Lt. Richard “Dick” Fischer passed away on May 31, 2026 in Mechanicsville, Md. He was 88 years old. Lt. Fischer spent over 33 years serving the citizens of Maryland with a special love for Southern Maryland. OBITUARY Richard William “Dick”…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of Retired Lieutenant Robert McWhorter on May 3, 2026. Lt. McWhorter served the Maryland State Police for more than 27 years. He was a dedicated trooper that will be remembered for his leadership, integrity, and service to others. OBITUARY On May 3, 2026, Robert “Bob” L….

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of Retired Corporal Donald “Bunky” Bartgis, age 85 on April 28, 2026. Cpl. Bartgis served the Maryland State Police for more than 25 years as a sworn member of the department then returned and served as a Truck Inspector for the Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement Division….

It is with great sadness that we report the loss of one of Maryland’s Finest. Retired Major William Hastings Hurley, 88, Chestertown, Md. passed away on April 22, 2026 Major Hurley was a prominent member of the department. His leadership extended over three decades. He served as the first commander of the Berlin Post handling…

We sadly regret to inform you of the recent passing of Retired TFC Linwood McDaniel, 83, of Princess Anne, MD. Linwood passed away at home on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. After a dedicated career serving the citizens of Maryland primarily on the lower shore, Linwood continued his service aiding the…

We regret to inform you of the recent passing of MSP retiree Cpl. Gordon Tittsworth, 84, of York, PA. on March 21, 2026. OBITUARY Gordon Lee Tittsworth, 84, of Littlestown, formerly of Ellicott City, MD, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Pappus House. He was the loving husband of Jo Ann…

We regret to announce of the passing of TFC Gayle (VanLaningham) Schreiber, MDSP Retired. Gayle was seriously hurt when struck by a vehicle at an accident scene on July 4, 1989, on I-695 where the I-97 interchange was being built, and was forced to retire the next year due to her injuries. OBITUARY Gayle Ann…