NY Police Officer, 31, Dies in Dominican Republic Days After Cosmetic Procedure as Family Waits for Answers
For relatives, colleagues, and friends, DePaula's death has been especially difficult because it came at a time when both her personal life and professional career appeared to be entering a new chapter.
A Life Dedicated to Service in More Than One Way
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Alongside her work as a police officer, she spent the past four years serving as a Christian pastor with her husband, dedicating part of her life to preaching and serving her community.
Those who knew DePaula remembered her as someone whose faith was visible in everyday interactions.
Retired NYPD instructor David Marmol, who helped train DePaula after she joined the department, recalled that she greeted people differently than most recruits.
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"Horrible news. You was such a beautiful soul. You would say God bless you instead of hi," Marmol wrote in an Instagram tribute. "You had so many good questions. You had such a bright future. You will be missed by your family, friends and colleagues."
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