Timothy Paul "Tim" Black

Timothy Paul Black, 60, of Manchester, Maryland, was called to his heavenly home on April 5, 2024. Born on August 6, 1963, in Baltimore, he was the beloved son of Elizabeth Marie Black and the late Thomas Black Jr. Timothy, who preferred to be called Tim, was a steadfast parishioner of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, where he lived out his faith with humility and devotion.

Tim received his early education at St. Charles Catholic School, followed by Woodlawn High School, and furthered his studies at the University of Baltimore. His commitment to public service was exemplified through a commendable 30-year tenure with the Howard County Police Department. He began his career as a cadet, courageously served undercover in local high schools, and later patrolled Ellicott City as a police officer. Tim's dedication to his community continued as he became a K9 handler and eventually ascended to the ranks of Sergeant and Lieutenant. His passion for history and service was evident in his restoration of a 1957 Chevrolet Police Car and his instrumental role in founding the Howard County Police Museum and Voluntary Mounted Unit.

Following his retirement, Tim remained active in community service, joining TROTSAR Mounted Search and Rescue and contributing to the safety of many as the Director of Security at Carroll Hospital Center.

Tim was a man of many interests, including horseback riding, motorcycle riding, camping, hiking, and the restoration of classic cars and motorcycles. He took great pleasure in attending car shows, researching family history, collecting police memorabilia, and participating in Civil War reenactments. Above all, Tim cherished time spent with his family, watching his grandchildren grow, and vacationing at the family cabin.

Tim's legacy of love and kindness is carried on by his wife Lori Black; his mother, Elizabeth Marie Black; his daughter, Brianna (Mike) Burchett; his sons, Brendan Black and Keenan (Rebecca) Black; his grandchildren, Jaxon and Noah Burchett; and his siblings, Thomas Black 3rd, Theresa Hawkins, Stephen Black, Kathleen Boone, and Frances Byan.

The Black family invites friends and relatives to join them in a solemn farewell to Tim. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on April 20th at 11:00 AM at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church (2930 Hanover Pike, Manchester, MD 21102), with interment to follow at St. Bartholomew Historic Church Cemetery (3071 Park Avenue, Manchester, MD 21102). A gathering to honor Tim's life will be held from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Shauck Auditorium in Carroll Hospital Center (enter through Cancer Center at 291 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157).

In remembrance of Tim's life, the family asks that any acts of kindness be made in the form of donations to Lymphoma Research Foundation and or Mass Cards that reflects Tim's generous spirit and commitment to community.