Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Bill Sapolu

Honolulu Police Department, Hawaii

End of Watch Tuesday, August 8, 2023

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Reflections for Officer Bill Sapolu

Lord God of unfailing love, to those families in our beloved nation, the United States of America, who are suffering in the wake of the loss of a law enforcement family member, help us to provide support. Allow us to be their rock and fortress in a time of immense pain and uncertainty. Help us to keep them safe and nourished in their time of grief, suffering beside them as we move toward healing and reconciliation. Lord God, in Your compassionate mercy, hear my prayer. In Christ Jesus, Your beloved Son, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.

Holy Scripture References:

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4 ESV]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, FCPO-USA
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
“Honoring America’s Fallen Peace Officers”
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)

November 20, 2023

On behalf of the Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy we express our sincere condolences.

Session 21

November 1, 2023

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

"Always Ready, Always There"

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

October 12, 2023

Prayers to wife, children and his agency. Thank you for your service to the United States of America and the state of Hawaii.

Correctional Officer G. Reed (Retired)
Iowa Departament of Corrections

October 2, 2023

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

September 5, 2023

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain Bernard Flint
Department of Defense Police Division

August 30, 2023

Rest in peace brother, thank you for your service and sacrifice.

ACO III A. Nguyen
Hawaii Public Safety Department

August 22, 2023

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Sapolu. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Honolulu Police Department.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

August 21, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Orlando Field Office
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 21, 2023

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

August 21, 2023

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Sapolu.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

August 21, 2023

My deepest condolences to the Sapolu family, especially to his wife and children. RIP sir.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

August 21, 2023

May God Bless You, Your Family, and Friends. Thank you for your courage, dedication and selfless service in protecting your community. Our Condolences to All.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

August 21, 2023

Officer Sapolu, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

August 20, 2023

Officer Bill Sapolu, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I thank you for your service to all of us and your generous donations to those who need transplants. I am grateful to your family that made this tough decision. May God Bless you and your family. Rest In Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Hudson, FL

August 19, 2023

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

August 18, 2023

Rest in peace brother

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

August 18, 2023

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF DOFFICER SAPOLU, AND ALL THOSE WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF OFFICER SAPOLU. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HIS SERVICE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND HIS DEEDS NEVER FORGOTTEN.
GOD BLESS

D J Herbert Retired Officer
Toronto Police Service

August 17, 2023

Very sad. Rest in peace brother.

Corporal Brian Sullivan
Royal Canadian Mounted Police

August 17, 2023

Rest In Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

August 15, 2023

May God allow me the honor of riding with my brother motorcycle Officer on the streets of Heaven.

Motor Officer Jim Bragg
Greenville City Police Dept.

August 15, 2023

May you rest in peace “ My Brother.” You are in the company of Angels. By His Grace. Ed Wetta

LASD/Retired Edge Wetta
LASD

August 14, 2023

R.I.P My Brother in Arms.

C.Anthony Young
SHPD

August 14, 2023

So sad to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers, and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

August 13, 2023

Rest in peace, Officer Sapolu. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

August 12, 2023

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