Honoring Trooper Nicholas Cayton
Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) —In honor of the life and service of Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Mahoning County, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower today, and will remain until sunset on the day of his funeral. All other public buildings and grounds throughout the state may fly the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio at half-staff at their discretion for the same time period.
Victims of Hickman County Explosion
Flags Lowered in Memory of Hickman County Explosion Victims
By order of the Governor, flags over the State Capitol and all State buildings will be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on October 17, 2025, in memory of the victims of the tragic explosion that occurred in Hickman County on October 10, and in honor of the families and other community members affected by this devastating event.
Honoring Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr.
Governor’s Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Former Delegate Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr.
In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth in memory and respect of the Honorable Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr., who faithfully represented the 18th District in the Virginia House of Delegates from 1972 to 1978. A distinguished attorney and proud graduate of Virginia Military Institute, his life’s work reflected the highest ideals of service and commitment to the Commonwealth of Virginia.
I hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and remain at half-staff until sunset.
Ordered on this, the 17th day of October, 2025.
Sincerely,
Glenn Youngkin
Source: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/constituent-services/flag-information/flag-orders/title-of-flag-order-1064384-en.html
Honoring Alvin C. Collins
Maryland Flags Lowered for Former Secretary Alvin C. Collins
This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, Friday, October 17, 2025. This is for former Secretary of the Department of General Services and Department of Human Resources Alvin C. Collins, who passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Alvin C. Collins was Maryland’s Secretary of the Department of General Services from 2007-2014 and Secretary of the Department of Human Resources from 1995-1998.
Source: https://sos.maryland.gov/pages/services/pastflagstatus.aspx
Honoring Security Guard Colleen Bass
Lowering of Flags in Memory of Security Guard Colleen Bass
October 10, 2025
TO: All State Agencies
FROM: Bob Ferguson
Governor
SUBJECT: Lowering of the Washington State and United States Flags
I am deeply saddened by the death of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, 57, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on Saturday, September 27, 2025. I hereby direct that Washington state and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in her memory on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. A private memorial service will be held on that date.
Flags should remain at half-staff until the close of business or sunset on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
Please notify all of your field offices and facilities around the state.
Other government entities, individuals, and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.
Honoring Officer Henry J.R. Franklin
Jefferson City — Today, in honor of Sikeston Department of Public Safety Officer Henry J.R. Franklin, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered the U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at government buildings in Scott, New Madrid, and Mississippi counties, all police stations, sheriffs’ offices, and Missouri State Highway Patrol general and troop headquarters across Missouri on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from sunrise to sunset.
“Officer Franklin devoted his life to courageously serving and protecting others, including nearly 20 years in the military, with two tours in Iraq, and over 12 years of service to the City of Sikeston as a member of Sikeston DPS,” Governor Kehoe said. “Officer Franklin died as he and other officers attempted to bring a murder suspect to justice. He will be remembered for bravely confronting violence and making the ultimate sacrifice so his fellow Missourians could live safer and more secure lives. Claudia and I are keeping his family, members of the Sikeston DPS, and all who loved him in our prayers.”
On October 6, Officer Franklin deployed as a member of the Sikeston Department of Public Safety Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team to assist the Mississippi County Sheriff’s Office in the apprehension of a suspect in a homicide investigation. Officer Franklin was shot and killed by the suspect, who was concealed inside a residence, during the service of an arrest warrant.
Officer Franklin bravely served in the United States Army from March 2002 to February 2013 and the Missouri Army National Guard from November 2013 to August 2022, serving in both Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism, and rising to the rank of sergeant. He earned his Missouri Peace Officer License after graduating from the Southeast Missouri State Law Enforcement Training Academy on May 31, 2013, and was commissioned as an officer by the Sikeston Department of Public Safety on June 2, 2013. He served with distinction, including as a K9 Handler and as a member of the department’s SWAT team.
Flags will be flown at half-staff on the day of Officer Franklin’s memorial service. To view the Governor’s proclamation, click here.
Honoring EMT Glenn Collins
Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor of Firefighter EMT Glenn Collins, who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle crash on his way to work on Oct. 3. Collins, 46, was a seven-year veteran of the department and is the third line of duty loss for the fire and medical district in the past several weeks. Flags should be lowered on Sunday, Oct. 12, in honor of his interment.
Governor Hobbs issued the following statement:
“My deepest condolences go out to the Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District for another unimaginable loss in their community. We honor and remember Glenn Collins, and we will always appreciate his brave service to others. We mourn along with his family, his friends and our first-responders community.”
Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in these tributes.
Honoring Andrew Cully
Flags Lowered for Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Cully
OCTOBER 8, 2025
Jefferson City — Today, in honor of United States Army Chief Warrant Officer Three Andrew “Drew” Gunnison Cully, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the State of Missouri for one full day on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from sunrise to sunset.
“Missourians join Americans from across our nation in mourning four United States Army soldiers who lost their lives in a tragic training accident, including Ozark, Missouri, native Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Cully,” said Governor Kehoe. “We will lower the flags across our state on Saturday as a solemn reminder that Andrew’s service and sacrifice to our nation will never be forgotten. Claudia and I join the family, friends, loved ones, and military brothers and sisters of Chief Warrant Officer Cully in remembering a dedicated and humble American hero.”
On September 17, Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Cully tragically died in the line of duty alongside three other courageous Night Stalkers from the 4th Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), while conducting an aviation training exercise near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.
Flags will be flown at half-staff on the day Chief Warrant Officer Cully is laid to rest. To view the Governor’s proclamation, https://governor.mo.gov/proclamations/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-chief-warrant-officer-andrew-cully
Honoring Officer Barrantes’ Sacrifice
Governor Newsom Issues Statement on Death of Chowchilla Police Officer Barrantes
Jennifer and I are saddened by the loss of Officer Barrantes. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time. Officer Barrantes served his community with dedication and his sacrifice will always be remembered.
On October 3, Officer Barrantes was involved in an on-duty traffic collision on State Route 152 at Road 13 in Madera County. Despite lifesaving efforts by first responders, Officer Barrantes succumbed to injuries he sustained in the crash while on scene.
Officer Barrantes, 37, had 15 years of dedicated law enforcement service, including one year with the Chowchilla Police Department.
He is survived by his mother and three children.
In honor of Officer Barrantes, flags at the State Capitol and Capitol Annex Swing Space will be flown at half-staff.
Honoring 2nd Lt. Blaine Wilcox
Gov. Reynolds Orders Flags Half-Staff to Honor WWII Soldier Blaine Wilcox
Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from sunrise to sunset to honor a fallen soldier from Pacific Junction, Iowa, who was killed during World War II.
U. S. Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Blaine Wilcox was killed in action during a bombing mission over Germany in 1944. He will be buried in Glenwood, Iowa, 81 years to the day of his death. Wilcox was 26 years old.
Tuesday, October 7
Graveside services and interment
2:00 p.m.
Glenwood Cemetery
Glenwood, IA
Wilcox will be buried with full military honors.
Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be half-staff on all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state.
Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties, and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.