    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
    [November 26, 2006]
    [Page 2120]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Death of Police Officer Steve B. Favela
    November 26, 2006

        Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death
    of Officer Steve Favela of the Honolulu Police Department. Officer
    Favela died from injuries he suffered while protecting us during our
    visit to Hawaii. We send our condolences to his wife, Barbara, his entire family, and his fellow law enforcement
    officers. We pray that God will comfort them and that their friends and
    loved ones will sustain them in this difficult time.
        Officer Favela risked his life every day to protect the people of
    his community. In this time of great sadness, we give thanks for his
    life of service.