COMING RETIREMENTS
Trooper Lance S. Deshuk, Unit 1771, will be retiring from the Ohio State Highway Patrol effective July 1, 2026, after 24 years of dedicated service to the Division.
Trooper Deshuk entered the Training Academy on April 10, 2002, as a member of the 139th Academy Class and was first assigned to the Milan Post. During his career, he also served at our Norwalk, Sandusky and Elyria Posts. His dedication to the Division and to those who live in and travel through Ohio is greatly appreciated.
Trooper Deshuk has chosen not to have a formal retirement testimonial. The Elyria Post will be hosting a farewell reception in his honor on July 1st at 11:00 AM. Credentials will be presented at 12:00 Noon. The Elyria Patrol Post is located at 38000 Cletus Drive, North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039.
Cards may be sent to:
Lance Deshuk
3130 North Ridge Road
Vermilion, Ohio 44089
Dispatcher Kimberle A. Testerman, Batavia Dispatch Center, will be retiring from the Ohio State Highway Patrol on Monday, June 22nd, 2026, with over 28 years of dedicated service to the Division.
Dispatcher Testerman has chosen not to have a formal retirement testimonial. The Batavia Post will host an informal farewell reception with cake and refreshments in her honor on Monday, June 22nd beginning at 11:00 AM at the Batavia Patrol Post.
Staff Lieutenant Scott M. Wyckhouse, Unit 1451, Findlay District Headquarters, will be retiring Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with over 27 years of dedicated service with the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Staff Lieutenant Wyckhouse has chosen not to have a formal retirement testimonial. The Findlay District will be hosting a farewell reception in his honor on his last day. Festivities will begin at 11:00 AM with credentials being presented at 12:00 Noon. The reception will be held at the Local 33 Union Hall, 27430 Crossroads Parkway, Rossford, Ohio 43460.
