Loved ones and community members gathered Wednesday evening to honor the life of fallen Terrell police officer Jacob Candanoza.
A procession was held earlier in the day as Candanoza’s body was transferred from Dallas to Terrell. Some people lined the streets along the way and watched on.At Terrell Police Headquarters, flame passed from person to person. Hundreds of people had filled the parking lot to honor Candanoza’s life. >Sign up for NBC DFW's News Headlines newsletter.. He told NBC 5 he was overwhelmed by the show of love and support.
Officer Candanoza’s father, overcome by emotion at times, shared what he remembered about the last time he saw his son. His colleagues also shared memories, and what they believe Candanoza would like to be remembered for most. They say he was mostly proud of being a father and husband. “We can never replace him. But know this. You are now our family, and we will love you with everything we have to give,” he said.
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