Thomas Pangborn FOP Lodge #88

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

Last Tuesday, May 19th, students and instructors from the Criminal Justice Program of the “Public Service Academy” volunteered to help with the spring clean-up at our Lodge.

We would like to extend a big thank you to Instructors Mr. Wood and Mr. Taylor & Students Zach Cunningham, Tyler Marth, Jaxson Stewart, and Scott Eisenhour who worked hard cleaning-up and installing bird netting in the picnic pavilion.

“PSA” students are learning about the many areas of opportunity for careers in Police Services. They are the next generation of law enforcement professionals.

We are getting ready for the Membership picnic in June and the “Fellowship of Christian Athletes” week-long Camp at the Lodge grounds and buildings in July. The FCA Camp are for Boys and Girls ages 8-14.

05/20/2026

Laying of the Carnations

On Thursday May 14, 2026, representatives from our Lodge delivered the “Carnations” from the Police Week Memorial Service to grave sites and memorials of the fallen heroes. The “Carnations” were blessed by Fr. Steve before they were distributed. Each carnation was placed with a prayer at every grave or memorial site. We have continued this tradition after each service over the years.

The white carnation symbolizes a good life and career. The red dot symbolizes the blood shed for the community.

05/19/2026

Happy National Emergency Medical Services week!

This week, the Washington County Division of Emergency Services proudly recognizes National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week.

National Emergency Medical Services Week is an opportunity to honor the dedicated paramedics, emergency medical technicians, dispatchers, and emergency medical personnel who serve our community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These professionals respond during some of life’s most critical moments, providing compassionate care, rapid response, and lifesaving support when it matters most.

We thank all Emergency Medical Services personnel throughout Washington County for their commitment, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to protecting the health and safety of our residents each and every day.

Please join us in recognizing and thanking the men and women of Emergency Medical Services during National Emergency Medical Services Week.

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

05/18/2026

It is with great sadness that we pass along the news of the passing of Brother Frank Toston. Frank was a police officer for 44 years, serving more than 35 years with the Hagerstown Police Department. He was a member of Lodge 88 since 1983.

Services will be held Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 1:00 pm, at the Douglas A. Fiery Funeral Home, 1331 Eastern Blvd. North, Hagerstown, MD. Immediately following the service there will be a social event at Cortland Manor, 19411 Cortland Drive Hagerstown, MD 21742, to celebrate Frank's life. There will be no viewing or visitation. Burial will be private.

Frank William Toston, 66, of Clear Spring, MD, passed away, Friday, May 15, 2026, at Doey's House. Born Sunday, January 3, 1960, in Frederick,...

05/18/2026

Thankful to the Washington County government page for sharing the event!

05/18/2026

FOP LODGE #88 would like to thank those who helped make our 2026 Memorial Church service one of the best.

Patrick Grach, Lead Pastor Lifehouse Church
Curt Snyder, Discipleship Pastor
Hilda Colon, Operations Pastor
Sharayah Bishop, Creative Arts & Worship Pastor
Bethany Grach, Children’s Director
Jason Summers
Shalisha Kerr
Nelson Vazquez
Lindsey Mentor
Pat Kauffman
Washington County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard
Dr. David C. Madock, Bagpiper
Sgt. Carly Hose, Washington County Sheriff’s Office
Gina M. Cirincion, State’s Attorney for Washington County
Ms. Holland Burch, Assistant State’s Attorney for Washington County
Dave Appel, Security Chief, Roxbury Correctional Institution
Jeff Cooper
Dr. Tom Alexander
Fr. Steve McCarty
Dawn Vanderau
Chuck Kauffman, Chaplain Lodge #88

LIFEHOUSE CHURCH
Charlie at KRUMPE’S DONUTS
George at ERNST MARKET
Amy at ROSEMARY’S FLORIST
POOLE LAW GROUP

SPECIAL THANKS
Sheriff Brian K. Albert, WCSO
Chief Paul “Joey” Kifer, HPD
Lieutenant Brian Kloss, MSP Barrack “O” Commander

01/19/2026

Today we remember the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King.