Tulsa County Sheriff's Office, Oklahoma
End of Watch Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Add to My HeroesJohn Okafor
Corporal John Okafor suffered a fatal heart attack while exercising in the Tulsa County Jail.
He was jogging up and down the stairs in the area of the jail he was assigned when he suddenly collapsed. Nearby inmates immediately notified other officers who began giving him medical aid. He was transported to Oklahoma State Medical Center where he passed away a short time later.
Corporal Okafor had served with the Tulsa County Sheriff's Office for 13 years. He is survived by his wife and five daughters.
Bio
- Age 59
- Tour 13 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 4 ReflectionsAlmighty and eternal God, we ask You to be with the family of Corporal John Okafor of the Tulsa County OK Sheriff's Office. Even as Your Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, was moved to weep over the death of his friend Lazarus, so we know You are touched by the tears of those who mourn the loss of Corporal John Okafor. In Your divine providence, fill the aching void in our hearts with Your comforting presence and grant peace through the assurance of Your love and care. In the mighty and holy name of Your beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen.
During His three (3) year ministry, the Lord Jesus Christ proclaimed, “God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.” [Matthew 5:9 NLT]
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