From Harford County government:
Effective immediately, County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the Harford County flag lowered to half-staff in honor of Robert E. Comes, who served as Harford County’s sheriff from 1990 – 1994 and passed away on February 19, 2018.
County Executive Glassman has also issued the following statement:
“Harford County mourns the loss of our former sheriff. Sheriff Comes and I had a close working relationship when I served on the County Council, and he was always dedicated to protecting our citizens through local law enforcement.”
The Harford County flag will remain at half-staff through sunset on the day of interment, Tuesday, February 27, 2018.
RIP Sheriff Comes, thank you for your service. Never saw you without a smile, it was a pleasure to serve under your command. Your family is in our prayers.