A celebration of life was held Tuesday for Marysville police officer Osmar Rodarte, who was shot and killed while on duty last month.

Thousands of law enforcement personnel honored Officer Osmar Rodarte and the ultimate sacrifice he made for the community. (FOX40.COM) — A somber procession was held on Tuesday, honoring Marysville police officer and veteran Osmar Rodarte.

Rodarte died March 26 during a search warrant operation at an Olivehurst home, part of a multi-county investigation into suspected drug trafficking. Authorities said 60-year-old Rick David Oliver ambushed Rodarte, who was later pronounced dead at Adventist Health and Rideout hospital. Oliver died at the scene.