Catoosa Police Captain Jennifer Swarer Passes Away After Battle With Cancer

Catoosa Police are mourning the loss of Captain Jennifer Swarer, who passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer. She died surrounded by family nearly one year after her diagnosis.

Swarer, a 15-year veteran of the department, was remembered in a statement from the Catoosa Police Department: "She fought a courageous battle against an evil disease and can now rest. We request prayers for peace and comfort for the family in this time of loss."

The Catoosa Police Department says Swarer's funeral will take place at the Catoosa High School Activity Center on Friday, Jan. 10, at 10:30 a.m.