Brian Walter Miller Obituary: Port of Baltimore Executive, 61, and Wife Kim Killed in Harford County Crash

Brian Walter Miller, 61, a longtime Port of Baltimore executive, and his wife, Kimberly Anne Miller, died in an October 31, 2026, crash in Harford County, Maryland.

Brian Walter Miller and Wife Kim Die in Maryland Car Crash

Brian Walter Miller, 61, deputy executive director for operations and logistics at the Maryland Port Administration, died alongside his wife, Kimberly Anne Miller, following a two-vehicle collision in Harford County, Maryland, on Saturday evening, October 31, 2026.

Maryland State Police confirmed that both were pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred near the intersection of Jarrettsville Pike and Hess Road at approximately 7:19 p.m. The Port of Baltimore subsequently announced the couple’s deaths and shared condolences with their family, colleagues and friends.

he couple lived in Fallston, Maryland, and are survived by their two adult children, Trent and Rylee, as well as other relatives. Brian’s mother, Mary Carol, affectionately known as “Sam,” was also named among the surviving family members in the Port’s statement.

What Happened in the Fatal Harford County Collision?

According to the preliminary police investigation, Kimberly was driving a Volvo XC60 eastbound on Hess Road, with Brian travelling as a passenger. A Volkswagen Passat was travelling southbound on Jarrettsville Pike when the vehicles collided.

The Volkswagen’s driver, identified by police as 19-year-old Matthew Thomson Howard Waylett of Monkton, was transported to a local trauma centre by Maryland State Police Aviation Command.

Investigators said speed may have contributed to the collision. However, authorities have not established which vehicle, if either, was travelling too fast. The Maryland State Police Crash Team is continuing its investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bel Air Barrack at 410-879-2101.

Brian Miller’s 26-Year Career at the Port of Baltimore

Brian Miller dedicated more than 26 years to Maryland’s maritime industry. He joined the Maryland Port Administration in 2000 after working in the private maritime sector, initially serving as operations manager at Maryland International Terminals.

Over the years, he held several senior positions, including:

• General manager of port operations for approximately 10 years.

• Director of operations for five years.

• Deputy executive director for operations and logistics from 2020.

• Acting executive director from June 2023 until February 2024.

His responsibilities included overseeing port operations, logistics and other essential areas of the organisation.

Baltimore native, Miller graduated from Loyola Blakefield High School before attending McDaniel College. He also served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army Reserve, attaining the rank of captain.

Remembering Kimberly Anne Miller and the Family They Built

Kimberly was also closely connected to the Port of Baltimore community. According to the Maryland Port Administration, she frequently accompanied her husband to port events and had developed longstanding relationships with people in the organisation.

Their children, Trent and Rylee, and their extended family are now facing the loss of both parents. The Port’s tribute highlighted the couple’s importance to colleagues and the wider maritime community.

Tributes and Brian Miller’s Lasting Legacy

Following the announcement, colleagues remembered Miller for his leadership, commitment to public service and deep connection to the Port of Baltimore. His career helped shape port operations over more than two decades, while his wife became a valued part of the community surrounding his work.

Their deaths represent a profound loss for their family, friends and professional colleagues. Sincere condolences go to Trent, Rylee, Mary Carol and everyone mourning Brian and Kimberly.

Key Details

• Full name: Brian Walter Miller

• Age: 61

• Wife: Kimberly Anne Miller

• Residence: Fallston, Maryland

• Date of crash: October 31, 2026

• Location: Jarrettsville Pike and Hess Road, Harford County

• Occupation: Deputy Executive Director for Operations and Logistics, Maryland Port Administration

• Years of service: 26 years

• Children: Trent and Rylee

• Cause of crash: Under investigation; police said speed may have been a contributing factor.

Editorial clarification: Maryland State Police’s November 2 release identifies Kimberly Anne Miller as 56, while some media reports have listed her as 60. Her age should be checked against the family’s preferred obituary before publication. The investigation has not established fault or confirmed which vehicle’s speed may have contributed. Funeral arrangements and a medical cause of death were not provided in the sources reviewed.