Black Diamond police officer Greg Goral died Sunday

Cmdr. Greg Goral with the Black Diamond Police Department died Sunday following an extended battle with cancer.

Cmdr. Greg Goral with the Black Diamond Police Department died Sunday following an extended battle with cancer.

He was diagnosed with appendiceal cancer three years ago.

Police Chief Jamey Kiblinger wrote in an email that Goral was hired by the Black Diamond Police Department in July of 2006 after serving 10 years with the Albuquerque Police Department. Goral also served in the United States Air Force as a Senior Airman from 1990-1994.

There will be a public service Monday, Aug. 24, at New Community Church in Maple Valley.

Details regarding time and processional information will be be reported when available.

Kiblinger wrote, “We thank you in advance for your support of both the Black Diamond Police Department and the Goral family during this challenging time.  Please keep his wife and two young daughters in your prayers. Donations can be made to the Goral family through the Cops with Cancer Foundation.”