CBP Gathers to honor life of fallen Officer Ruben Facio Published
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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Family, friends and fellow comrades gathered at St. Francis of Assisi Church to honor the life of fallen Customs and Border Protection Officer Ruben Facio.
After fighting for his life for two months, Facio passed away in a Phoenix hospital on July 17, due to complications from COVID-19. He was just 57 years old.
His passing affected all those who were close to him. With a career that spanned 17 years, Facio is sure to be missed by everyone whose life he touched.
Yuma welcomes home fallen officer
Remains of Agent Ruben Facio brought home by fellow officers
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - It s a sight unlike any other, the lights catch your eye and draws you in. But, soon you realize that the parade of law enforcement vehicles is escorting a hearse.
Regardless, if the person in the hearse is a total stranger, you feel a loss. He or she was a protector and officer of peace and they re no longer standing watch.
That was the feeling for Arizonans and visitors alike. Early in the day, a procession left Maricopa County and headed east.