Aug 05, 2025

Funeral services announced for fallen Kansas deputy

Posted Aug 05, 2025 10:30 AM
Deputy Elijah Ming-courtesy photo
Deputy Elijah Ming-courtesy photo

WYANDOTTE COUNTY —A funeral for Sheriff's Deputy Elijah Ming, who was killed in the line of duty on July 26 will be held Monday, August 11, at Children's Mercy Park, according to a statement from the Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office.

The service is open to the public and will begin at 11:00 a.m.

Photo Wyandotte Co. Sheriff
Photo Wyandotte Co. Sheriff

Parking lots will open at 9:00 a.m., and the stadium gates will open at 10:00 a.m. There will be a Law Enforcement Processional immediately following the service; route details will be announced.

"We are so overwhelmed by the love of our community; we could not be more thankful for our lovely Wyandotte County," the sheriff's office wrote on their social media page.