Slain NYPD officer Diller laid to rest on Long Island as thousands gather to pay respects

New York Police Department Officer Jonathan Diller was laid to rest Saturday on Long Island following his funeral. 

Diller was fatally shot during a traffic stop earlier this week in Queens. He is survived by his wife and 1-year-old son.

As his casket made its way to the gravesite multiple officers could be seen saluting it, according to the New York Post.

Thousands of police officers came to pay respects to the fallen officer. 

His funeral took place at St. Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Church in Massapequa Park.

“My husband died a hero, but he also lived as one,” Diller's wife Stephanie said during the eulogy.

After the service, a photo was snapped of Diller's 1-year-old son reaching for his father's casket as it went by.