Funeral Services Announced for Fallen Sergeant Schlattman

Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office releases details for public visitation and memorial service.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office, along with the family of fallen Sergeant Michael Schlattman, has announced the details for the visitation and memorial services honoring the late sergeant. The public is invited to attend the visitation on Sunday, March 1, and the formal memorial service on Monday, March 2, which would have been Sgt. Schlattman's 53rd birthday.

Why it matters

Sgt. Schlattman's death in the line of duty is a tragic loss for the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office and the local community. The announcement of the funeral services provides an opportunity for the public to pay their respects and honor the sergeant's service and sacrifice.

The details

The visitation will be held on Sunday, March 1, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Daniels Family Funerals & Cremation – Sara Rd Chapel in Rio Rancho. The formal memorial service will take place on Monday, March 2, at 10:00 a.m. at the Rio Rancho Events Center, with a law enforcement procession beginning at 9:15 a.m. from the funeral home.

  • The visitation will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • The formal memorial service will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
  • The law enforcement procession will begin at 9:15 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026 from the funeral home.

The players

Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency responsible for the jurisdiction where Sgt. Schlattman served and where the funeral services will be held.

Sgt. Michael Schlattman

The fallen sergeant whose funeral services are being announced.

Daniels Family Funerals & Cremation

The funeral home hosting the visitation for Sgt. Schlattman.

Rio Rancho Events Center

The venue hosting the formal memorial service for Sgt. Schlattman.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of honoring the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers who lose their lives in the line of duty. The public memorial service provides an opportunity for the community to come together and show their support for Sgt. Schlattman's family and the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office.