TRINITY COUNTY, Texas — The Trinity County Sheriff’s Office is honoring former trooper Chad Wilson, who passed away Thursday after a battle with leukemia, the office announced on its Facebook page.
“Trooper Wilson was an outstanding officer, a great man, and a true family man,” the post read. “His dedication to duty and commitment to serving others will never be forgotten.”
Sheriff Woody Wallace described Wilson as kind, professional, and a man of quiet strength.
“You can take your post on the mountain now,” Wallace wrote. “We’ll take it from here. May God bless and comfort his family during this difficult time.”
We mourn the passing of retired Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Chad Wilson, who left us on November 6, 2025, after a courageous 12-year battle with leukemia.
Diagnosed in 2013 while serving with the DPS, Trooper Wilson faced his illness with unwavering determination. Early in his fight, the community rallied to support his treatment, reflecting the respect and admiration he had earned. Despite numerous battles with cancer and related complications, he never wavered in his commitment, repeatedly returning to duty and exemplifying dedication to public safety.
The Trinity County Sheriff’s Office honored him as a “Brother in Blue,” recognizing his courage and steadfast service until the very end. In recent years, after relocating to the Brazos Valley with his family, Wilson continued to demonstrate everyday heroism-like stopping to assist a stranded motorist-carrying forward the spirit of service that defined his career.
Trooper Wilson’s story is one of resilience and inspiration, leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him and the broader law enforcement community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and fellow officers during this profoundly difficult time.