Pueblo Will Hold Funeral For Corporal Stephen Biggs
The community will honor the fallen officer this Wednesday following his death in a recent boating accident.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Accidents
Pueblo Police will hold funeral services this Wednesday for Corporal Stephen Biggs. The officer died in a boating accident at Lake Pueblo State Park after being reported missing on September 27, 2026.
Why it matters
The upcoming service honors a decorated officer who dedicated over 15 years to public safety. His death follows a tragic accident at Lake Pueblo State Park, where his body was discovered on September 28, 2026.
Corporal Biggs had been a member of the force since October 2010, serving as a patrol training officer and SWAT team member. The investigation into the incident at Lake Pueblo State Park continues following the recovery of his body.
The players
Stephen Biggs
He was a corporal with the Pueblo Police Department who served as a SWAT team member and patrol training officer.
Pueblo Police Department
This is the municipal law enforcement agency responsible for the safety and policing of the city of Pueblo.
The details
Corporal Stephen Biggs was a long-time member of the Pueblo Police Department who received the Distinguished Service award during his tenure. Funeral arrangements have been finalized at the Praise Assembly of God for the fallen officer.
Timeline
October 2010 marks when Stephen Biggs began his police career.
September 27, 2026, was the day he was reported missing.
September 28, 2026, is when his body was found at Lake Pueblo State Park.
October 14, 2026, is the date scheduled for the funeral services.
Legal Context
This tragedy occurs within the context of the 2026 Lake Pueblo State Park boating investigation, which remains a focal point for local authorities. Public memorial services often follow such significant investigative conclusions in the Pueblo area.
Residents should anticipate increased traffic and potential road closures near the Praise Assembly of God during the service. The community has been invited to pay their respects as the department honors a long-serving officer.
The takeaway
The department continues to provide support to the family and colleagues of the officer during this difficult time. Community members looking to pay respects are encouraged to check local official channels for updated logistics regarding the service.
What happens next
Funeral services for Corporal Stephen Biggs are scheduled to take place at the Praise Assembly of God on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Further reading
Find more details on local incident reporting on our Pueblo Accidents page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KRDO.
