08/05/2026
God bless Bill and his family
A message from NYSFOP President Michael Essig:
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of William “Bill” Lombard, Past State President of the New York State Fraternal Order of Police.
Bill was instrumental in restoring the New York State FOP’s Empire State Lodge. At a time when the Lodge had little presence within the Fraternal Order of Police, Bill worked to bring it back into existence, laying the foundation for the State Lodge we know today. During his time as President, he was deeply involved in bylaws work and collaborated closely with the State office. Even after retirement, Bill remained active within the State Lodge, always ready to assist members and the Board wherever he could be of service.
Please take a moment to honor Bill’s memory. He was one of our brothers, and though we have lost him, he will not be forgotten. Bill served as the first President of the New York State FOP Empire State Lodge.
Funeral Service Information:
Friday – August 7th
9:00 am – Viewing
10:00 am - Service
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul
110 Cathedral Ave
Hempstead, NY 11550
May we never forget Bill Lombard, and may we thank him for his years of dedication to the New York State Fraternal Order of Police.
Fraternally,
Mike Essig
President
