CHICAGO - Thousands are expected to pay their respects to slain Chicago Police Officer Ella French at her funeral Thursday morning.French, 29, was gunned down during an Aug.
7 traffic stop in West Englewood. She served for three years on police force, most recently on CPD's Community Safety Team.The funeral service will take place 10 a.m.
Thursday at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Temple, located at 7740 S. Western Avenue.Hundreds of Chicago police officers, city officials and family members are expected to attend the service, which will be streamed live on-air and online.Hundreds of policemen from various departments attend the funeral for Chicago Police Officer Ella French on August 19, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Kamil.