The funeral procession for Findlay Police Officer John Schimmoeller made its way through the streets of Findlay on Tuesday.

“Officer Schimmoeller dedicated 29 years of distinguished service to our department and the Findlay community. His dedication, strength, and compassion made a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him,” the police department said.

Following the service at Gateway Church on County Road 9, a funeral procession went through Findlay and returned to the church.

People were encouraged to line the procession route and pay their respects and many did.

The Findlay Fire Department saluted Officer Schimmoeller as the procession went under an American Flag hanging from a ladder truck at Fire Station 1. (video below)

Fire Chief Josh Eberle knew Officer S

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