In Memory of

Class of 1963
Dec 31, 1945 - May 21, 2024

Bo was a 1963 graduate of Howard High School. He completed two years at the University of Maryland before going on to the Baltimore Police Academy as a Howard County recruit, graduating in 1969. He was promoted to First Class in 1972, Corporal in 1973, and Sergeant in 1974. Bo retired in 1996 after 27 years of service. His assignments included patrol, Criminal Investigations Bureau, and traffic enforcement. Bo was the first supervisor of the Youth Prevention Division, which eventually became the Youth Division. A recipient of multiple awards and commendations, Bo was known as a skilled supervisor, always able to handle complex delegated assignments and quickly followed up on urgent matters. He was especially noted for his youth work, regularly planning activities for Howard County youth throughout the year. This valuable police-led, youth enrichment occurred toward the beginning popularity throughout the country.



Bo grew up near Laurel Park racetrack and frequented the races with his parents who also owned thoroughbreds. He later followed in his father's footsteps and owned and bred horses that raced successfully in the Mid-Atlantic region and were raised on his Oakwood Farm in Maryland.



Bo was a member of the Woodsboro American Legion where he volunteered countless hours and was fondly known, along with his friend Joe Plunkert as the BoJo Chicken Fryers.

Bo, age 78, passed away at his home after an extended illness.

The Bo Haslup Memorial Race will be held June 28, 2024 Race 2 at the Charles Town Race Track, 750 Hollywood Drive Charles Town, WV 25414.