John Novabilski

John J. Novabilski (d. April 26, 1995) was a Prince George’s County police corporal whose life was shaped by years of public service and commitment to his community. A son, husband and colleague in the department, Novabilski spent several years in law enforcement, including time with the Baltimore Police Department before serving in Prince George’s County. By the time of his death he had risen to the rank of corporal and was known within the department as a steady, experienced officer entrusted with both routine patrol duties and off-duty security assignments.

Colleagues remembered Novabilski as a committed professional who took seriously the responsibilities of policing and the quieter obligations of being part of a close-knit public safety family. He served for seven years in law enforcement, advancing through the ranks and forming bonds with fellow officers and community members in the Beltsville/Kentland area of Prince George’s County. Contemporary accounts note his years of service and the deep respect with which he was regarded by peers and supervisors.

When news of his death spread, the community responded with mourning and solemn recognition of his service. Funeral coverage from local outlets described grieving family members, fellow officers, and local leaders who gathered to honor his life. Memorials and police remembrances in later years continue to list Corporal Novabilski among those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the people of Prince George’s County.

Although public records about Novabilski’s private life are limited in the sources available online, what is clear is that he was more than the circumstances of his passing. He built a career in public safety, worked alongside fellow officers who recall him by name, and left a family and community who marked his loss. This page honors John J. Novabilski’s service and the human life behind the badge—remembering him for the years he devoted to protecting others and for the ties he left in his family and community.