A post office in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, has been renamed in honor of Lieutenant William D. Lebo, a police officer who was killed in the line of duty. The dedication ceremony took place on Thursday (May 22) at the South Eighth Street Post Office, now known as the Lieutenant William D. Lebo Post Office Building.
Lieutenant Lebo, a 40-year veteran of the Lebanon Police Department, was shot and killed on March 31, 2022, while responding to a domestic disturbance. He was just one month away from retirement. The renaming of the post office was made possible by legislation introduced by U.S. Representative Daniel Meuser and signed into law by former President Joe Biden on May 7, 2024. The bill, H.R. 3865, was unanimously passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.
During the ceremony, Lebanon Mayor Sherry Capello and other officials, including Pennsylvania State Police Col. Chris Paris, spoke about Lebo's dedication and service. Lebo's wife, Lora, addressed the crowd, expressing her gratitude and emphasizing the importance of community support for local officers. "He loved his job and he loved serving his community," she said, noting that the day of the ceremony would have been Lebo's 67th birthday.
In addition to the post office renaming, the William D. Lebo Memorial Foundation, established by Lebo’s fellow officers, will soon award scholarships to students who demonstrate a commitment to improving Lebanon County.
The dedication reflects the community's respect and appreciation for Lebo's service and sacrifice. The post office now stands as a lasting tribute to his legacy.