Officer Eric Talley laid to rest Tuesday

LAFAYETTE, Colo. — The funeral service for Boulder Police Officer Eric Talley was held Tuesday, March 30 at 11 a.m.

Talley, 51, was one of 10 people killed in the March 22 shooting at the Table Mesa King Soopers in Boulder.

Reverand Daniel Nolan said Talley didn't lose his life in the shooting. Rather, "he gave it."

Talley was the first police officer on scene when a gunman opened fire inside the grocery store. Boulder PD Chief Maris Herold said Talley’s actions saved lives.

In a brief speech following the shooting, President Joe Biden called Talley the “definition of an American hero.”

Talley's memorial service, which was open to the public, was at the Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance was limited.

People interested in watching a recording of the service can do so at this livestream.

Before the funeral, the Talley family, friends, and first responders participated in a procession.