Cortland County Mourns the Passing of Trooper Steven Bilodeau – Flags to Fly at Half-Staff

Retired State Trooper Steven Bilodeau passed away on August 22, 2024 due to complications stemming from an illness caused by serving at the World Trade Center following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Bilodeau served 32 years as a New York State Trooper at Troop C in Homer and was named New York State Trooper of the Year and Lawman of the Year. He was a long time resident of the Village of McGraw, who will honor him during their 9/11 remembrance ceremony on September 11th at 6:30pm on the Village Green in McGraw.

Flags across Cortland County will be lowered to half mast through Tuesday, September 3rd, to honor his life and service. Deep condolences were extended to Trooper Bilodeau’s friends, family, and colleagues from Cortland County.

“We extend our deepest condolences to Trooper Bilodeau’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. We share in their grief and join them in celebrating the life of a remarkable individual who touched so many lives through his work and kindness.” The County said in a release.