It is with sadness and deep regret that the City of Lake Lafayette, Missouri announces the line of duty death of Chief Steven Singer. Chief Singer suffered a medical illness following a call for service and succumbed to his illness. Chief Singer began his career in law enforcement in June 2004 with the Lake Lafayette Police Department where he was serving at the time of his passing. He also served as a patrol deputy with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office from June 2004 until June 2015. Chief Singer will be missed by the agencies and the communities he has served for nearly 20 years

Public visitation will be held on Wednesday , April 17, 2024, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. at Bulldog Football Stadium, Odessa High School, 713 S. 3rd Street, Odessa, Missouri.

Memorial service will be held immediately following visitation at 6 p.m. All professional law enforcement honors will be rendered at the conclusion of the service in the stadium. There will be no procession following the services.