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MICHAEL A. TURNER, SUPERINTENDENT
Missouri State Highway Patrol PATROL NEWS STAFF Capt. Scott White Meghan Clouse 04 05 06 08 Managing Editor Social Media Social Media Superintendent's Retirements 2025 Masters Emilee Kuschel Chad Buschjost Snapshot Award Awards Editor Printing Holly Hyde Rachel Hays Designer Photography TROOP REPORTERS 12 13 14 15 Troop A: Cpl. Justin Ewing Troop F: Sgt. Kyle Green Students Attend Gaming Division Making a DPS Sworn Team Troop B: Sgt. Justin Dunn Troop G: Sgt. Eddie Young Troop B's Student Names Officer of Difference Members of the Troop C: Cpl. Dallas Thompson Troop H: Sgt. Shane Hux Alliance Program the Year in the Lives Month Troop D: Cpl. Sam Carpenter Troop I: Cpl. Ralicia Tyler of the Next Troop E: Sgt. Clark Parrott Generation of 22 Women GHQ REPORTERS 16 18 Top Trooper 20 Competition Aircraft: Sgt. Jon Cluver Obituaries MSHP Budget & Procurement: Emma Kliethermes Welcomes Top Trooper Communications: Zachary Dykes New Colonel Competition Comm. Vehicle Enforcement: Asst. Dir. Jeffrey Sims Crime Laboratory: Director Brian Hoey Corporal Kyle Seabaugh (Q/DDCC) was the recipient of the Benjamin Criminal Justice Information Services: Amanda Gove Oliver Booth Officer Of The Year award and is photographed with Driver & Vehicle Safety: Kimberly Heritage Colonel Michael A. Turner. See story, page 8. Drug & Crime Control: Sgt. Brad Germann Field Operations: Capt. Brandon White PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 3 Gaming: Capt. Andy Tourney Governor's Security: Lt. Diana Hutzler Human Resources: Caitlan Elley Fleet & Facilities: Zach Russell Research & Development: Jessica Mealy Patrol Records: Caroline Keeney Recruiting & Community Outreach: Cpl. Mike Malone Training: Lt. Trois Maloney Water Patrol: Capt. Mike Petlansky The Patrol News is published by the Public Information & Education Division of the Missouri State Highway Patrol in the interest of all active and retired personnel. (573) 526-6115 SHP-862
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MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL C hief Technician Eric Presser, Troop Our deepest sympathy goes to the following G, has been presented the 2025 personnel who have lost a member of their family: Radio Technologist of the Year Award by the Missouri Association of CVO Supvr. Michael Howe (D) - Father Public Safety Communications Officials Cpl. Cary Porter (B) - Father for his swift response during a tornado Sgt. Zack Bryan (Q/DDCC) - Grandmother which affected a vital tower site last May. Comm. Op. Amber Richardson (H) - Grandmother Sgt. Mark Richardson (H) - Grandmother-in-Law The affected Troop G tower site. Admin. Support Prof. Amanda Gove (Q/CJIS) - A tornado runs through a rural area in Troop G in May 2024. Husband 44 PPAATTRROOLL NNEEWWSS MMaarrcchh || AApprriill 22002255 Tpr. Sean Goostree (D) - Grandfather Cpl. Brian Peters (A) - Father MVI Josh Ward (Q/DVSD) - Grandfather Program Assist. Dorothy Holtmeyer (Q/PRD) - Mother-in-Law Ret. Capt. David Perkins - Mother Ret. DE Supvr. Andy Streeter - Mother Ret. Sgt. Mike Bryan - Mother Ret. CVO Chief Martha McCartney - Father Ret. DE Demetrice Weeden - Father Ret. Cpl. Barry Graskewicz - Father Ret. Assist. Chief Op. Teresa Taylor - Mother Fallen Sgt. Carl "Dewayne" Graham Jr. - Father Ret. Sgt. Larry Long - Daughter Ret. CVO Douglas Storie - Brother Colonel C. E. "Mel" Fisher Superintendent's Award By Major Christopher Jolly Technical Services Bureau D uring each graduation class ceremony of the Missouri He assembled a personal staff and began a whirlwind of innovation, State Highway Patrol, a recruit is recognized as the correctly anticipating the needs of a progressive state police agency Superintendent's Award recipient. This overall achievement and keeping the Patrol ahead of the curve. The Colonel regarded award is presented by the superintendent to the recruit who has every human asset as critical to the success of the Patrol and accumulated the highest number of points in the categories of respected every employee irrespective of their role. His style can physical fitness, firearms, and academics during the rigorous be best described as that of Gen. Omar Bradley, another Missouri academy training programs. The award was recently renamed alumni. He was a master of his craft, but attributed his success to his for future recruit classes as the Colonel C. E. "Mel" Fisher field commanders, division directors and employees, never seeking Superintendent's Award to preserve the legacy of a true agency personal recognition or credit. leader whose commitment, vision, and service profoundly shaped The Colonel never lost his zeal for the job. He could be found the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the flagging traffic and setting flares at an broader law enforcement community. accident scene. When the Patrol was Colonel Fisher joined the Missouri involved in a manhunt, he was on the State Highway Patrol on August 3, 1958, as frontline, not directing by phone miles away. a member of the 18th Recruit Class. He was He and his underboss formed a two-man appointed as the Patrol's superintendent entry team in a search for a police killer in on April 26, 1989. Under his leadership, small town America, making entries with the Patrol became only the tenth state guns drawn. He was the darling of the patrol/police to achieve accreditation Jefferson City newspaper after personally through the Commission on Accreditation and aggressively removing a heckler from for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA); a legislative gallery during a hearing. He the Crime Laboratory was expanded never forgot that he was a police officer to include DNA testing; the Automated under the eagles of command. His car- Fingerprint Identification System became to-car call at 1AM has sent more than one operational; the drug interdiction and officer scrambling to straighten up his car commercial vehicle enforcement program before meeting the boss. He could be found received national recognition; and the in the field, at odd hours, contacting a road Patrol developed an emergency vehicle Past Superintendent's Award given to Captain officer for coffee and conversation. No idle operations course for pursuit driving training. Brandon M. White (Q/FOB). chat here, he would ask hard questions about Additionally, Colonel Fisher instituted a needs and equipment at the service level. physical standards program, peer counseling program, and created On many occasions, he would call a road officer, meet him and the Professional Standards Unit (now division). After 35 years of climb in the officer's car for an hour or two, patrolling the zone. He service, he retired on August 31, 1993. worked incessantly to memorize the family data of officers in the On May 21, 2021, Colonel Fisher died at 86 years old. Colonel field, often stunning them with his knowledge about their children Fisher was best described as a "trooper's colonel," and his exceptional and events. He also expected his field commanders to be active in leadership style was recounted in a tribute essay written upon his the troop area. He was a strong advocate for training, in particular death by a former member of his executive staff, Retired Captain training centering around the use of force and current case law. He Stephen R. Johnson, which has been edited for this article: championed excellence. Colonel Fisher made the Patrol a better "To many, he was the most consequential superintendent of the police organization, and by extension, the state of Missouri a better Missouri State Highway Patrol, dating back to the early days of the place to live." organization when the likes of men named Ginn, Ellis, Casteel, and Colonel Fisher ushered in transformative changes that continue Waggoner were in command. Ultimately, we tend to measure success to guide the agency today. We must always remain mindful of the by the wake a person leaves, and Colonel Fisher left a great wake. foundation laid by those who came before us. Even as we are His tenure was marked by incorruptibility and a keen understanding focused on the future and the issues affecting our organization, it of the police function, from the streets to high command. He was, in is important to take the time to reflect on the past and recognize fact, a gentleman who enforced the law. those, such as Colonel Fisher, who made an enduring impact. The After assuming command, Colonel Fisher immediately set to Colonel C. E. "Mel" Fisher Superintendent's Award will be presented work with an eye to bringing the Patrol into the technological age for the first time to a graduating member of the 123rd Recruit Class while preserving the tradition that is the cornerstone of its success. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 5 For your years of dedicated service, loyalty, and selfless giving, we thank you. FREDERICK D. BIERER CRAIG M. GARBULSKI ERIC T. OLSON MICHELLE D. APPLEGATE Sergeant Trooper Superintendent DE Supervisor Q/GD Q/GD Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 Troop E 34 years, 7 months of dedicated service Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 24 years, 4 months of dedicated service 29 years, 1 month of dedicated service 22 years, 6 months of dedicated service MARK A. PATE MICHAEL D. ADAMS JULIE A. SCERINE DAVID B. HAGGETT Corporal Sergeant Lieutenant Sergeant Troop A Troop D Troop C Q/RCOD Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 Retired on Feb. 1, 2025 30 years, 7 months of dedicated service 26 years, 1 month of dedicated service 28 years, 1 month of dedicated service 31 years, 6 months of dedicated service TIMOTHY G. PULLEY JOHN D. HAMILTON GEOFFREY N. WENSEL BRENDA L. STARKE Sergeant Chief Operator Corporal Program Assistant Q/FOB Troop D Troop I Q/PRD Retired on March 1, 2025 Retired on March 1, 2025 Retired on March 1, 2025 Retired on March 1, 2025 29 years, 2 months of dedicated service 30 years of dedicated service 10 years, 8 months of dedicated service 40 years, months of dedicated service ROGER A. SHERMAN ELIZABETH B. HOERMAN JEFFERY K. BASSINSON Sergeant Assistant Chief Operator Multimedia Specialist Q/TND Troop H Retired on March 1, 2025 22 years, 9 months of dedicated service Retired on March 1, 2025 Retired on March 1, 2025 30 years, 9 months of dedicated service 29 years, 8 months of dedicated service PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 7
MASTERS AWARDS BANQUET
HONORS PATROL EMPLOYEES WITH 56 AWARDS By Emilee Kuschel (Q/PIED) Public Relations Specialist n April 5, 2025, Patrol MSHP employees and their words on a department model, employees were recognized guests enjoyed a delicious dinner they are lived values, and they are for their actions at the before the awards ceremony began. passed down from veteran officers Missouri State Highway Patrol Major Corey J. Schoeneberg, (Q/ to rookies, from one generation to Awards ceremony and MASTERS ASB), performed as the Master the next. That's the power of legacy." banquet at the Wyndham Executive of Ceremonies, and presented Center in Columbia, MO. the keynote speaker, Missouri " You show them that the The presentation of the colors Secretary of State Denny Hoskins badge is more than a symbol; was performed by Troop F Color it's a promise, a promise that we Guard: Sergeant Timothy C. Fick, In his speech, Denny Hoskins will honor the fallen by caring for Corporal Eric C. Penrod, Corporal said, "It's an honor to stand before those they left behind, that we Jacob C. McKinney, and Trooper this distinguished crowd, especially will carry their legacy forward Jonathan R. Atherton. Trooper in this room, filled with so many by lifting each other up. That is Cole P. Justice, Troop H, performed who understand the true meaning true leadership. Leadership isn't the National Anthem. Troop F of service, sacrifice, and strength. only about titles or ranks; it's Pastor Philip Dooley, Troop F In every corner of Missouri, I've about character. It's about the Chaplain, gave the invocation. seen the same spirit -- integrity, choices made when no one is honor, and a fierce commitment watching, and law enforcement to community. These are not just officers across Missouri model that leadership every single day. They "May the legacy of And they do. They wear uniforms, yes, but they also wear wedding bands. They keep lead in small towns and big cities. our law enforcement pictures of their loved ones on the dash They lead in the heat of July and the and a cross in their pocket. They carry birthday cards in their cruisers. They cold of January. They lead when heroes guide us miss Thanksgiving dinners. They go it's popular, and they lead when home with heavy hearts after hard calls. And they still show up day after day with it's not. They lead because they forward with courage, courage, compassion, and commitment believe in something much bigger that is truly heroic. May the legacy of our law enforcement heroes guide us forward than themselves, and Missouri is unity, and hope." much better because of them." with courage, unity, and hope." "Legacy is more than what we leave behind. It's what we build -- Denny Hoskins today. It's every act of service, every life protected, and every child who grows up believing that heroes still walk among us. THE 2024 AWARDS ARE: FRED M. MILLS MASTERS PUBLIC Tpr. Colby B. Townsend (I) Cpl. Brandon L. Harris (F) SERVICE AWARD Cpl. Robert W. Garrett (D) 07/02/24 Cpl. Gavin C. Leach (C) Cpl. Robert W. Garrett (D) 07/04/24 Cpl. Nicholas W. March (F) Cpl. Joseph T. Peart (I) Cpl. Jonathan M. Heimsoth (G) Cpl. Roberto A. Rizo (F) Cpl. Caleb M. Morgan (E) Cpl. Jayson R. Spain (E) CAREER MILESTONE Cpl. Bruce E. Thoman (A) Cpl. Brett D. Tappendorf (B) Cpl. Travis N. Ziegler (C) Cpl. Michael A. White (C) Lt. Darron F. Blankenship (Q/DDCC) Sgt. Michael D. Adams (D)(Ret.) Cpl. Dylon M. Wyatt (E) Sgt. Todd M. Barthelmass (Q/GD) Sgt. Nolan A. Bax (F) SUPERINTENDENT'S AWARD FOR Sgt. Frederick D. Bierer (Q/GD)(Ret.) Sgt. Brent J. Fowler (C) EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERVICE Sgt. Brian D. Foster (G) Sgt. John R. Henry (B) Sgt. Taremba Karizamimba (E) Sgt. Andrew J. Mayer (C) Comm. Op. Stephanie M. King (H) Sgt. Christopher A. Kimes (G) Sgt. Keegan E. Kindle (B) MATILDA "TILLIE" SONNEN LIFESAVING AWARD Sgt. Gary S. Sloan (I) CIVILIAN OF THE YEAR Sgt. Shayne K. Talburt (E) CVO Spvr. Mark D. Counts (E) Sgt. James A. Wilson (E) Chief Opr. John D. Hamilton (D)(Ret.) CVO Patrick W. Patterson (E) CVO Steve A. Young (E) MERITORIOUS SERVICE AWARD BENJAMIN OLIVER BOOTH Tpr. Lucas J. Combs (G) OFFICER OF THE YEAR Tpr. Reese E. Douthett (D) 06/09/24 Tpr. Trey A. Gaedke (C) Tpr. Reese E. Douthett (D) 07/04/24 Tpr. Kristopher B. Geren (B) Cpl. Kyle A. Seabaugh (Q/DDCC) Tpr. Nathan W. Downs (C) Tpr. Eric A. Goans (I) Tpr. Chase A. Fox (F) Tpr. Justin D. Hedrick (C) VALOR AWARD Tpr. Bailey N. Hunsicker (F) Tpr. Peter D. Hummel (B) Tpr. Christopher R. Kottwitz (B) Tpr. Joshua J. Schuenemeyer (E) Cpl. Joseph A. Pithan (Q/GD) Tpr. Nicholas I. Kucsik (I) Tpr. Joseph C. Southwood (I) Cpl. Gregory K. Tesch (Q/GD)(Ret.) Tpr. Evan C. Macomber (GSD) Sgt. Louis B. Lairmore (Q/GD) Tpr. Roan Oosthuizen (C) Congratulations, award recipients! PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 9 Tpr. Trey A. Gaedke (C) and Tpr. Justin D. Hedrick (C) Sgt. Todd M. Barthelmass (GD) Sgt. Louis B. Lairmore (GD), Cpl. Joseph A. Pithan (GD), Cpl. Gregory K. Tesch (GD) Chief Op. John D. Hamilton (D), Cpl. Robert W. Garrett (D), Tpr. Evan C. Macomber (GSD), Sgt. Tpr. Eric A. Goans (I) Michael D. Adams (D), Tpr. Reese E. Douthett (D) Cpl. Joseph T. Peart (I) and Sandy Mills Tpr. Kristopher B. Geren (B) and Tpr. Peter D. Hummel (B) 10 PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 Cpl. Roberto A. Rizo (F) Sgt. Nolan A. Bax (F) Tpr. Lucas J. Combs (G) and Sgt. Christopher A. Kimes (G) Tpr. Evan C. Macomber (D) Lt. Darron F. Blankenship (Q/DDCC) Col. Michael A. Turner Comm. Op. Stephanie M. King (H) Sgt. Taremba Karizamimba (E) and Sgt. Frederick D. Bierer (GD) Cpl. Brett D. Tappendorf (B) Tpr. Chase A. Fox (F) Tpr. Roan Oosthuizen (C) and Sgt. John R. Henry (B) Tpr. Christopher R. Kottwitz (B) Cpl. Brandon L. Harris (F), Cpl. Brent J. Fowler (C), CPpAl. GTaRvOinLC.NLeEaWchS(C)M, Caorlc. Mhic|hAapelrAil.2Tu0r2n5er, 11 Sgt. Andrew J. Mayer (C) Students Participate in Troop B Student Alliance Program By Sergeant Justin S. Dunn (B) Putnam County students stopped for a quick picture with Lt. Bradley Ream (B) who is also from Putnam County and a current school board member of the Putnam County School District. "The Troop B Student Alliance Program is continually impacting our youth for years to come, teaching what it means to truly serve and love your community." -- Sgt. Justin S. Dunn This March, 13 area from several members and Students who participated in the 2025 Troop B Student Alliance Program high school students civilian employees of the gather for a group photo. representing four high Patrol. The purpose of the schools, completed the Student Alliance Program 2025 Troop B Missouri is to provide high school State Highway Patrol Student juniors and seniors interested Alliance Program. in law enforcement careers The program was held with a chance to learn about at the Troop B Headquarters the Missouri State Highway in Macon, MO, on Saturday, Patrol. Each participant March 1, 2025, and Saturday, received a certificate of March 8, 2025. During the completion. two-day program, students learned about the many Students who attended duties performed by a the program were: Kaydin Missouri State Trooper and Batson, Emily Smith, Chance participated in hands-on Snyder, Ayden Conley, activities, such as Patrol Wyatt Pinksa, and Lyndyn MILO simulations, stop and Stewart, of Novinger, MO; approach, and crime scene Mark Stutsman, of Edina, MO; investigations. Skyler Anderson and Logan The students observed Kitchen, of Macon, MO; and a canine demonstration and Avery Campbell, Rusty Willey, listened to presentations Kooper Hornaday, and Albany Wood, of Unionville, MO. By Lieutenant Shawn M. Griggs (Q/GD) Sergeant Todd M. Barthelmass, (Q/GD), within two months following the investigation. has been named the Gaming Division's Another example of Sgt. Barthelmass' Ace (Officer of the Year) for 2024. At the Missouri Gaming Commission meeting held dedication to duty came when a casino patron on February 26, 2025, Gaming Division Director suffered a medical emergency on the gaming Captain Andrew O. Tourney, presented Sgt. floor. The patron had no pulse and was not Barthelmass with the award. breathing. When Sgt. Barthelmass arrived, he began performing CPR on the man and saved Sgt. Barthelmass is assigned to the his life. Ameristar St. Charles and Hollywood Casino in St. Louis. In 2024, he uncovered a scheme to Sgt. Barthelmass displays extraordinary cheat at the card game Baccarat which cost the initiative and leadership in his investigations state of Missouri over $400,000 in just nine days. and professional conduct. According to his colleagues, he is one of the most productive Sgt. Barthelmass investigated the scheme officers in both his zone and in the Gaming and discovered the same operation was being Division. conducted in five other states, costing 2.1 million dollars nationwide. The suspects were arrested Congratulations, Sgt. Barthelmass! G a m i n g D i v i s i o n N a m e s O f f i c e r o f t h e Ye a r Sgt. Barthelmass receives his award from Capt. Andrew Tourney. PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 13 <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Making A Lasting G. Iarmdhoalffo(nFg).with Difference CRpelt..JSogrdt.aNneRw. tBornowpons(eCs)wainthdhTeprr.aOwlivia In The Lives Of The Next Generation Of Women T BySergeantKyleA.Green(F) own government and try to resolve various issues. he American Legion Auxiliary Missouri Despite retiring from the Patrol in 2006, Sgt. Girls State (ALA MGS) has awarded retired Sergeant Cindy D. Newton with the 2024 Newton continues volunteering her time each Joanne Snodgrass Award For Excellence In year to the program. Over 42 years, Ret. Sgt. Service. Newton has had a profound impact on thousands Retired Sgt. Newton was appointed to of young women throughout Missouri. This the Patrol on January 5, 1981, as a member dedication to the program and the impact she of the 54th Recruit Class. During her 15- has had on so many lives has led to her being year career on the road in Troop B, she was awarded the 2024 Joanne Snodgrass Award For promoted to corporal. In 1996, she transferred to Excellence In Service to ALA MGS. The award the Gaming Division, where she was promoted states, "Presented in grateful appreciation to Cindy to sergeant in 1999. After 25 years of dedicated Newton, who for decades has brilliantly served service, retired Sgt. Newton became the first the American Legion Auxiliary Missouri Girls female in the history of the organization to retire State as a dedicated volunteer, a trusted advisor, as a member of the Patrol in 2006. a generous mentor, and a loyal supporter of the One of the highlights of her career began mission of ALA Missouri Girls State. By her wise in 1982 with her involvement in the American counsel, devotion to duty, and tireless service, she Legion Auxiliary Missouri Girls State program. continues to make an everlasting contribution to The program's purpose is to promote pride in the youth of Missouri." America and to create a mythical state that the citizens will govern at the city, county and state Congratulations retired Sgt. Newton and level. Approximately 700-800 high school girls thank you for the positive impact you have had on gather for one week each summer to form their so many young women over the last four decades! DPS Sworn Team Members of the Month By Emilee Kuschel (Q/PIED) Public Relations Specialist he Missouri Department of Public Corporal Kyle A. Seabaugh (Q/DDCC) DPS celebrated two members from Safety (DPS) recognized three earned the DPS Sworn Team Member of Troop C, naming them the March 2025 members of the Patrol's Gaming the Month recognition for February 2025. Sworn Team Members of the Month. Division as their Sworn Team Members of the Month for January 2025. On March 10, Corporal Cpl. Seabaugh has been working Troopers Trey A. Gaedke and Justin Louis B. "Bart" Lairmore (now Sergeant), as the lead investigator on a child D. Hedrick , Troop C, were awarded Corporal Joseph A. Pithan, and now retired pornography case in Henry County since the recognition after they stopped a Corporal Gregory K. Tesch were celebrated 2021. In March 2021, he organized a team of dangerous suspect fleeing Texas during for their work to stop an armed man who was experienced investigators and conducted a traffic stop last fall. The suspect had pointing a loaded gun at casino patrons last two coordinating searches. He found murdered a woman and set her house year. As hundreds of casino patrons ran away, hidden evidence of child sexual abuse on on fire in Texas. When Troopers Gaedke Sgt. Lairmore, Cpl. Pithan, and Cpl. Tesch ran a suspect's cell phone during his search. and Hedrick approached him, he began toward the armed man and subdued him, The suspect and a second individual were firing his weapon at them. They took resolving the crisis peacefully. arrested and charged with sex trafficking, cover and returned fire, ending the threat. Colonel Michael A. Turner said, "The statutory sodomy, and rape. Their courage and resolve undoubtedly definition of valor is courage in the face of saved lives. extreme danger and what you three did that Over three years, Cpl. Seabaugh day was extremely valorous. I'm proud of and his team worked tirelessly to build Major Justin L. McCullough (Q/FOB), each of you." their case, collaborating with a forensic with the Field Operations Bureau, read He presented each of them with the pediatrician and an FBI expert to correctly their nomination and said, "Having seen Colonel's challenge coin. identify the child victims. In June 2024, the the video, I can corroborate just how DPS Director Mark James said, "I want initial defendant was found guilty on 23 heroic this was. This guy had already to give you the Director's challenge coin as a counts of sex trafficking of a child, statutory killed one person, and he didn't sweat to token of my esteem and respect for the deed sodomy, and rape. The defendant received kill anybody else, and you guys eliminated that you performed on behalf of the state. 23 consecutive life sentences. The second that threat, so my hat's off to both of you." Thank you. What you guys did was a heroic defendant is still awaiting trial. action, no doubt. It's just a testament to the Col. Turner said, "Justin and Trey, I'm Highway Patrol, the core values that the Patrol Captain Donald L. Crump (Q/DDCC) so proud of you guys. I see what you do instills, the training that the Academy puts in, accepted the award on Cpl. Seabaugh's every day, and you inspire me. You make that you just didn't hesitate. You saw a need; behalf. Kylie Dickneite, Director of me want to go out and work the road you saw people in danger. You reacted. You Homeland Security, presented the award again. You inspire a whole agency to get neutralized the threat, and here we are today, on behalf of DPS Director Mark James. out there and do what we all signed up able to celebrate that!" Director Dickneite said, "On behalf of the for. I think about our core values, and it He also presented them with certificates director and the director's office, and all of makes me want to create a couple more." commemorating their service. the team at DPS, we want to congratulate Kyle. We're very honored that he serves in Troopers Gaedke and Hedrick each the Highway Patrol and does the work that received a challenge coin from DPS and he does every day." from Col. Turner, as well as certificates commemorating their service. Captain Kevin Malugen (C), Trooper Justin Hedrick (C), Colonel Mike Corporal Greg Tesch (now retired), DPS Director Mark James, Turner, Director of Homeland Security Kylie Dickneite, Trooper Trey Sergeant Louis "Bart" Lairmore (Q/GD), Colonel Mike Turner, Gaedke (C). Corporal Joe Pithan (Q/GD). PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 15
CHARLEEN T. BOSSMAN MARYLYN E. WOLFE
Charleen "Char" T. Bossman Marylyn Elizabeth Wolfe, 94, (Bruens), who resided at Stonebridge of Jefferson City, MO, passed Senior Living in Hermann, MO, originally away Monday, March 10, of St. Charles, MO, passed away 2025, at Heisinger Bluffs Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at the Senior Living Community. age of 95. Char dedicated many years to She was born on September Charleen T. Bossman the Missouri State Highway Patrol as a 17, 1930, in Prairie Home, MO, Driver Examiner. Her love for her country was Marylyn E. Wolfe the daughter of Henry and Adelia (Zey) Baker. evident in her deep honor of participating in the wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. She also Marylyn worked for the Division had the incredible experience of carrying the Olympic torch through of Welfare for four years and later St. Louis. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gerald, went to work for the Missouri State Highway Patrol for her parents, and her sisters. She is survived by several nieces, nephews, thirty-four years, retiring September 1, 1988. great-nieces and great-nephews who love her dearly. She is survived by her son, Steven Wolfe, her grandchildren, and her great-grandchildren, as well as DORIS ANN McALLISTER her sister, brother, and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hubert G. Wolfe, Doris "Ann" McAllister, 73, of Poplar two sisters, and one brother. Bluff, MO, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at her residence. She was STEVEN B. NIEDERKORN born May 28, 1951, in Wayne County, Steven Bradley Niederkorn, 71, of Poplar Bluff passed MO, to parents Thurman and Dorothy away in his home on March 11, 2025. (Flippin) Cox. Steve was born on January Ann was a devoted mother, 10, 1954, in Chicago, Il. He was one of five children of Charles Doris Ann McAllister grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, and Irene Niederkorn. He known for her deep love and unwavering Steven B. Niederkorn graduated from Kelly High School in 1972. faith. Ann worked as a Driver's Examiner for Steve attended Southeast Missouri State University where he received his Bachelor's the Missouri State Highway Patrol, where she earned the Degree in Business Administration in 1976. He later applied and was accepted as a recruit for the Missouri respect of many during her years of service. State Highway Patrol Academy in Jefferson City, where he graduated in June 1981. Prior to joining the Missouri Ann is survived by her daughters, grandchildren, great- State Highway Patrol, Steve worked in various law enforcement jobs with his dates of service spanning grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and friends who love from July 5, 1978, to February 1, 2014, when he retired as a lieutenant with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Troop her greatly. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by E, in Poplar Bluff. He was preceded in death by his brother and one her sister, Nora "Grace" Shell. sister. He is survived by his wife, Terry, his daughter, and his grandchildren. 1166 PPAATTRROOLLNNEEWWSS MMaarrcchh||AApprriill22002255 MICHAEL DARRIN TACKETT CHERYL DENISE COBB Michael Darrin Tacket Cheryl Denise Cobb, 59, passed away at his home of Holts Summit, MO, on Wednesday, March 19, passed away on April 6, 2025, at 59 years old. He was 2025, in her home. She born in Mount Sterling, KY, was born on February to Norene (Thomas) Tackett 4, 1966, in Lebanon, MO, to Michael Darrin Tackett and the late Alvin D. Tackett. Cheryl Denise Cobb Lawrence D. Long and Ruth He graduated from Doniphan High K. Roberts. School in 1984. Cheryl was united in marriage to He joined the Missouri State Highway Patrol in 1990 Herbert C. Cobb on December 27, 1987. Together, they as a member of the 63rd recruit class. After graduation, he shared a loving partnership for nearly 38 years. She was assigned to Troop I, Zone 3, Crawford County. He then was a devoted mother to her two sons. transferred to Troop E, Zone 2, where he was promoted to Cheryl graduated from Jefferson City High School sergeant in 2003. Sergeant Tackett faithfully served the as a member of the Class of 1984 and went on to earn citizens of our community and state of Missouri for nearly her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University 33 years with his recent retirement on January 1, 2023. of Missouri. She was an active member of Living He married his wife of nearly 35 years, Marcia Lynn Hope Church. Her passion for writing was evident Bridges, in 1990 in Doniphan, MO. She survives along throughout her life, and she was deeply involved in with his mother, Norene Tackett, two daughters, and two both her church and community. She cherished the grandchildren. He was an only child, but we all know he time spent with her family. had many brothers and sisters in blue that will ensure his One of her greatest sources of pride was her 26legacy lives on. He was preceded in death by his father, year tenure as the staff writer for the Missouri State Alvin, his father-in-law, Tom Bridges, and many close Highway Patrol, a position she began in 1997. Throughout friends and family. these years, she contributed her writing talents to the organization with dedication and commitment. DONALD WAYNE STORIE She is survived by her loving husband, Herbert C. Cobb, her parents, all of Holts Summit, her sons, Donald "Don" Wayne Storie her brother and sister, and many friends. of St. Clair, MO, died at 82 years old in St. Louis, MO, on The family thanks you for your kind words, visits, April 6, 2025. He was born calls, texts, and wishes of kindness on the passing of in St. Louis, MO, on April 24, our daughter, Cheryl Cobb. 1942, the son of Elmo S. Storie and Opal M. (Bailey) Storie. Ret. Sgt. Larry and Ruth Long Don was appointed to the DONALD W. STORIE Missouri State Highway Patrol on May 31, 1967. He later became a sergeant and served the Patrol for 32 years before retiring in Troop C in 1998. Sergeant Storie was wellrespected by his colleagues at the Patrol. On Aug. 21, 1970, he was united in marriage to Sylvia Kathleen Jolly, his beloved wife. Don was preceded in death by his parents and survived by his wife, Sylvia, his three children, six grandchildren, great-grandson, brother, Douglas, and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends and family who love him dearly. What meant most to Don was time spent with family. The love they shared and many precious memories they created will be cherished forever. PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 17 MSHP Welcomes A Word "fI2ra5omthmhssouanpioCderreoiCntdatoleakloonnenddnteehwhleneuhtTlmOouorafbMhnettlehhaendverfis.oeutMcr"orcIs3hrittesuo0asmiaupksoynpeeeueedonatrshelrirtptdseSeceAtaObdacagyritaao.eemtfl.ehal"HyeTrmoigbmsufilhieyOnerwgaacfanfanneincydienemPagfrraalyfimseutrnlltooahdtslw,oes"t ColoR nN E Rel "I am honored and humbled to take the wL U Oath of Office as the 25th superintendent of the E T Missouri State Highway Patrol," said Colonel . Turner. "It is especially meaningful to take the eA Oath surrounded by family and friends who have H A supported me since my law enforcement career C began almost 30 years ago." M NI Turner was appointed to the Patrol on January 1, 1996, as a member of the 71st Recruit By Emilee Kuschel (Q/PIED) Class. Upon graduating, he was assigned Public Relations Specialist to Troop F, Zone 5, Camden County. He was promoted to corporal and designated assistant O n February 3, 2025, Colonel Michael A. Turner supervisor of Zone 8, Callaway County, on April was sworn in as the 25th superintendent of the 1, 2001. He transferred to Zone 5, Camden/Miller Missouri State Highway Patrol. counties on February 28, 2004. On April 29, 2007, he was promoted to sergeant and designated as The Honorable Kelly C. Broniec, Supreme Court supervisor of Zone 6, Moniteau/Morgan counties. of Missouri, administered the Oath of Office during a Turner served as Troop F SWAT team leader from ceremony at the Missouri State Highway Patrol General 2004 to 2011 and founded the Central Missouri Headquarters in Jefferson City, MO. Following Colonel Tactical Officers Association. He was promoted Eric T. Olson's retirement announcement, Governor to lieutenant on November 1, 2011, and assigned Mike Kehoe appointed Colonel Turner superintendent to Troop F Headquarters. On March 1, 2015, of the Patrol on December 26, 2024. Colonel Turner's Turner was promoted to captain and designated appointment was confirmed on January 30 by the commanding officer of Troop F, Jefferson City. Missouri Senate. On April 1, 2019, Turner was promoted to major and named commander of the Support Services Bureau. On March 1, 2022, Turner was named commander of the Field Operations Bureau. Colonel Turner was born in Texas and grew up in Kansas City, MO. He earned an Associate of Arts from Metropolitan Community College, a Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice from Columbia College, and a Master of Arts in sociology and criminal justice from Lincoln University. He is a graduate of the St. Louis University Law Enforcement Leadership and Organizational Change program and the Missouri Police Chief's Association Command College. He completed Police Leadership: The West Point Model Executive Level Course and the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Leadership Missouri program. Turner is also a recipient of the David Steward Academic and Leadership Award and the Patrol's Valor Award. Colonel Turner and his wife, Stacy (Hodges), have two children, Evan and Elizabeth, and a grandson, Rowan. PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 19 By Lieutenant Cody Frame (Q/TND) I n January 2025, the Patrol was notified by the Texas "EACH COMPETITOR Department of Public Safety of the First Annual National IS INDEED A TRUE Top Trooper Competition. The event, scheduled to occur May 5th - 9th, 2025, will be hosted by the Texas ambassador FOR Department of Public Safety at their Tactical Training Facility near Florence, TX. Texas advised that competitors THE AGENCY AND would participate in physical fitness, firearms, driving, THEIR DEDICATION
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and an interview. Texas provided little other information about the competition and advised that competitors must be considered "road troopers" to be eligible to compete. To determine the representatives of the Patrol, the Training Division hosted an in-house competition. Nine members chose to take the challenge. The competitors were: � Sergeant Cody G. Dunfee, Troop A � Sergeant Graydon L. Gaines, Troop B � Corporal Brandon A. Hall, Troop D � Corporal Brant W. Masek, Troop F � Corporal Emilio J. Villanueva, Troop F � Trooper Bailey N. Hunsicker, Troop F � Trooper Hunter W. Hampton, Troop F � Trooper Olivia G. Imhoff, Troop F � Trooper Eleanore A. Ferrel, Troop I The competition began immediately on March 3rd, with the physical fitness portion. Competitors participated in a 500-meter row followed by a 1.5-mile run. Upon completion of the run, competitors returned to the Academy and performed the Combat Fitness Test. 20 PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 compphetyistiocrdasrliwfviitennr-geeMsatasnej,sdoftriienrdCteoeaorrrnvemtyieshSwescikrhsikollielsnl,esb. erg <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< strength is the key - INSIDE and out AND Trooper Olivia Imhoff (F) REPRESENTATION IS GREATLY On the early morning of March 4th, APPRECIATED." the competitors traveled to the outdoor - Major Corey J. range and were provided the opportunity to Schoeneberg practice with their handgun, rifle and shotgun. After lunch, due to weather conditions, each Sgt. Graydon Gaines (B) member was provided one run through the course, which integrated all three After the completion of the physical fitness portion, the original idea platforms. The run was timed, which began was to provide competitors with the opportunity to practice at both the with members carrying tires approximately Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) and the range, however, 50-yards to elevate their heart rate prior to the Missouri weather had other ideas. Due to expected rain on March a 100-yard prone position shot. Competitors 4th, the EVOC portion was moved to the afternoon of March 3rd. Each moved through the stages utilizing different competitor would participate in the "Green Course" which is the course shooting positions and weapons. Their every Patrol recruit must pass. It involves control of the patrol vehicle overall time was combined with penalties under heavy braking, sharp turns and changes in road surface. Each for misses. competitor was provided four laps of instruction to help prepare. Once the four laps were completed, each competitor executed three laps with On the final day, March 5th, each competitor their best lap being their official time. participated in an interview. The three-person panel asked questions related to general These troopers proved Patrol knowledge, including the Core Values, they have Mission and Vision, and the Law Enforcement what it takes. Code of Ethics. Sergeant Graydon Gaines and Trooper Olivia Imhoff were later announced as the two winners. Two alternates were also named in the event the winners were unable to attend. Trooper Hunter Hampton and Trooper Eleanore Ferrel were announced as the alternates. The winners or alternates will travel to Florence, TX to represent the Patrol. A big thank you to the instructors and interviewers who assisted in making this possible. Major Corey J. Schoeneberg (Q/ASB), Major Justin L. McCullough (Q/FOB), Captain Danielle E. Heil (Q/RCOD), Lieutenant Morgan B. Patterson (F), Lieutenant Paul M. Behrens (B), Sergeant Bryan H. Salmons (F), Sergeant Anthony M. Richerson (F), Corporal Matthew E. Morice (Q/TND), Corporal Chad A. Heil (Q/ TND), Corporal Catlynn E. McKinney (Q/TND), Corporal Chad W. Walton (B), Trooper Thomas O. Mitchell (Q/TND), and Trooper Aaron A. Lindley (F). PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 21 By Sergeant Shane Hux (H) >>>>>>>>>>>>>> A Patrol's Vehicle Legacy: The Journey of MSHP WHAT A TRIP n January 4, 2024, retired Missouri State >>>>>>>>>>>>>> particular vehicle was once his? Highway Patrol Sergeant Dan Crain's Then, Matt sent a photograph of a #1: Interior of Unit #367 phone buzzed with a text message #2: Unit #367 won 1st place that unexpectedly transported him worn but legible document of the original decades into the past. The sender was Missouri State Highway Patrol SHP-375, at the 2024 Illinois Matt Hallberg, a young man from North Record of Service & Repair of Motor State Police car show. Aurora, IL, who had recently inherited a Equipment, found tucked away in the #3: Current replica license 1990 Chevrolet Caprice from his father, glove compartment. Sgt. Crain's doubts plate Doug Hallberg. But this wasn't just any vanished the moment he saw it; the #4: Original SHP-375 old car. Matt believed it had once been handwriting on the form was his own. Record of Service a Missouri State Highway Patrol vehicle, and Repair of Motor more specifically, one assigned to Sgt. Unit #367 officially entered service on Equipment, found in Crain himself. June 18, 1990. The records show that its the glove box. last documented service with the Missouri At first, Sgt. Crain was skeptical. Over State Highway Patrol was performed on 1. his 34-year career, he had been assigned June 15, 1992. After that, Matt learned Unit countless patrol vehicles, swapping #367 was reassigned to another state 22 PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 them out every 49,000 miles. How could agency, Child Services Division, likely in this young man be so certain that this the summer of 1992. 3. The next chapter of the vehicle's life began a decade later. In 2002, a family 2. friend of the Hallberg's purchased Unit #367 from a Kansas City eBay auction, 4. paying either $4,000 or $7,500- Matt is not certain which. Six years later, Doug Hallberg bought the vehicle for just $2,000, using it as a daily driver. Then, in 2023, Matt officially became the third titled owner since the vehicle's retirement from state service. But to him, it's not just a car. It is a tangible piece of law enforcement history; one he is determined to restore. Matt poured his time and effort into bringing Unit #367 back to its former glory. He carefully tracked down and installed period-correct law enforcement equipment, ensuring every detail was as close as possible to its original Missouri State Highway Patrol configuration. One of the awesome touches is a replica Missouri State Highway Patrol 367-HP license plate, honoring the vehicle's service and the trooper who once drove it. Pictured is the finished product before vehicle graphics were added. As Matt continued to restore Unit #367, he reached out to Trooper a piece of his career, a part of Missouri State Highway Patrol history Cole P. Justice, the current 367 in Troop H. Tpr. Justice and Matt have that survived long after its official retirement. shared photographs and stories, developing a camaraderie over the vehicle's rich history. Tpr. Justice was fascinated by Matt's efforts and Today, Unit #367 is not just sitting in a garage. Matt takes it to admired his dedication to preserving a part of MSHP history. car shows, proudly sharing its story with the public. What began as an inheritance has evolved into a rolling tribute to the men and Meanwhile, Sgt. Crain reflected on his time with the car. Though women of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Every patrol vehicle the specifics of every vehicle he has driven over the years has faded, carries more than just miles; it carries memories. Thanks to Matt seeing the SHP-375 form and hearing Matt's story reignited a deep Hallberg, Unit #367's legacy lives on. sense of connection. This is more than just an old patrol car, this is 40 YEARS AGO 20 YEARS AGO On March 2, 1985, 35-year-old Trooper James On March 20, 2005, Sergeant Carl D. "Dewayne" M. Froemsdorf pulled over a driver for Graham Jr. of Troop G was fatally shot in the speeding on Interstate 55 near Brewer, MO. line of duty outside his home near his patrol The driver, Jerome Mallett, fatally shot Trooper vehicle. Lance Shockley, the suspect in a fatal Froemsdorf, inciting a massive manhunt by crash Sergeant Graham was investigating, was the Missouri State Highway Patrol and other arrested and charged with Sergeant Graham's law enforcement agencies. Jerome Mallett was murder. He was convicted and sentenced to executed by lethal injection on July 11, 2001. death, but, as of March 2025, he is attempting to appeal the decision in the Supreme Court. 10 YEARS AGO In April 1995, Robbie the Robot retired to the Safety Education Center after years of In March 2015, members of Troop A participated dedicated service teaching safety information in "Tip a Cop" at the Outback Steakhouse in to kids and adults alike. Robbie the Robot first Lee's Summit, raising nearly $670 to support joined the Patrol in 1985. the Special Olympics. PATROL NEWS March | April 2025 23
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