Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Lt,

We had a nice gathering today to see the new street sign on Refugee Rd named in your honor. A big group of Officers along with your son Brian and old friends came by. I assure you that the FOP, CPD, and the Community did not forget you.

Sgt. Brian A. Steel
Columbus Division of Police

April 29, 2023

One of the best men and supervisors I’ve ever known and had the privilege to work with. You went to Heaven way too young. You are missed everyday.

Tim Whetstone-Retired Officer
Columbus P D

April 29, 2023

Chris, We’re losing way to many officers like you. Officers that dedicate their lives to protect the rest of us. When I hear about these tragedies, I remember when we lost you.

Kevin
Cousin

September 1, 2022

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Lieutenant Christopher Neal Claypool of the Columbus Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 65 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

April 29, 2022

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Lieutenant Christopher Neal Claypool of the Columbus Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 61 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

April 29, 2021

Today I learned that the memorial bearing your name, and the names of numerous other heroes was vandalized. 8 days from today will be 20 years, 11 days from what would have been your 60th birthday. Thank you Chris for your public service, thank you for being a wonderful cousin. You’re missed. Love you.

Kevin Claypool
Cousin

April 21, 2021

Rest in Peace my Brother in Arms

Anrae Godley-Cooper
US ARMY MILITARY POLICE

September 3, 2020

Hard to believe it has been 19 years! Thank you for instilling in me some of your leadership traits that I observed from you while you were my 3rd shift Relief Lt.. Every single day I use them as I lead my people. I will always cherish the friendship of your family that developed soon after your passing. God Bless you Lt. and always the Claypool family!

Chief Deputy Jim Gilbert, FCSO
Retired Sgt., Cols Div. of Police

April 29, 2020

19 years has passed since I held you in my arms as your life slipped away. It feels as if it was last night. Many move on but every evening that sound recycles in my mind that I can’t let it go.
Much love Lt.
God bless you

Dick Elias PO (Ret.)
CPD Patrol Officer who’s life he saved

April 29, 2020

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Lieutenant Christopher Neal Claypool of the Columbus Division of Police, Ohio of the Springfield Police Department, Ohio and the additional 65 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation

April 29, 2020

If you see someone without a smile, give them yours.

I miss you.

Jimmy

April 25, 2020

NEVER FORGET! On behalf of the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, we honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Lieutenant Christopher Neal Claypool of the Columbus Division of Police, Ohio and the additional 60 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation

April 29, 2019

It's sad that the current rookies never got to work under Chris.
He never cared what agency you worked for this big man had your be back
I hope all the new kids are his name on the new building and take the time to ask some of the old timers who this Cop's Cop was

Terry Dountz
Franklin County Retired. FOP Lodge 9

November 19, 2018

Thought of you today when I saw a tribute to other officers that lost their lives. The Columbus State Training aircraft. Knowing you were a special duty officer at Columbus State Community College when I was there. You are missed so very much by many and never forgotten. RIP

Dianne Ratliff (Blankenship)

August 8, 2018

You were my lieutenant on 3rds for just a short time, but I learned so much from you regarding how to “lead those that you work for and alongside” your leadership style was a “cops cop” type of style. You are missed by many, Rest in Peace LT...

Chief Deputy Jim Gilbert
Franklin County SO

April 29, 2018

Awe. Uncle Chris. I miss and love you so much!! You gained two angels today...teach them how to walk the beat in Heaven. Love you. So much. ❤️

Niece
Niece

February 11, 2018

Miss you Chris

Kevin Claypool
Cousin

December 28, 2016

Our hearts are still broken from this loss...but we treasure the years we had with our Chris! Thank you all for remembering!

Cheri Claypool-Johnson
Sister

April 30, 2016

One of my best friends. He was at my house a few days prior to his death. A great cop and better friend. Miss him dearly.

Det. John Witherspoon
Columbus Division of Police

April 30, 2015

Hard to believe it has been 14 years.. I will always remember that tragic night and responding to the scene then escorting the medic to Grant.. The relationship and bond that has developed over the years with your son Brian and Tami/Nicole between me/ my family will always be cherished..I practice today in leading my people from some of what I learned from you-- a "lead from the front" leader.. Thanks for your sacrifice and God Bless the Claypool family each and everyday.. .

Chief Deputy Jim Gilbert
Franklin County Sheriff's Office

April 29, 2015

Hard to believe it's been 13 years..you would be so proud of Brian,Nicole,and Tammy..thank you for being/showing me what a good leader is... Never forgotten we miss you!!

Chief Deputy Jim Gilbert
Franklin County Sheriff's Office

April 29, 2014

Dear Chris,

Memories from "Bobby Waco" So thankful for all the nights we spent on 11 Pct midwatch, my fellow Canton Ohio friend. Your words come back to me at my most difficult times so honored to call you my friend. So thankful for all your wise counsel. I miss your presence so but feel your spirit when I need a lift. Thank you.

Bob Moledor
CPD

November 13, 2013

Chris, your family and friends lost you 10 years ago yesterday. Today, we had three officers shot during a shootout with the suspect of a quadruple homicide. All three of them, thankfully, will recover. Somehow, I think you had a hand in that. Bless you.

You are still missed.

Sgt. Patti Bahen
Columbus, Ohio Division of Police

April 30, 2011

10 years have just come and gone... but we still remember your sacrifice and dedication to the citizens of Columbus. God bless you....

Jim Gilbert
President FOP Capital City Lodge #9

April 29, 2011

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

April 29, 2010