We are devastated to report that Los Angeles Police Reserve Foundation Co-President Michael Sellars passed away on July 16, 2025. Michael left behind a lasting legacy of dedication to the LAPD Reserve Corps through his 26-year career as reserve police officer and his longtime leadership in the LAPRF, including as editor-in-chief of The Rotator newsletter. He will be deeply missed. If you would like to make a memorial donation, please click the button below.
Good afternoon. On behalf of the family and the Los Angeles Police Reserve Foundation, thank you for being here today to honor the life and legacy of Michael Sellars. Michael’s life was anchored by loyalty and love, unshakable in friendship, utterly devoted to family — both those who were his family and those he chose as family. Michael was born on October 12, 1962, and grew up in Canoga Park. He often said how lucky he was to be adopted…
Greetings from the Office of the President of the Los Angeles Police Reserve Foundation. It has been an adjustment moving forward without Michael Sellars at my side. We all feel his loss deeply, every day. Many of you know that The Rotator was truly his creation and his pride. Michael was passionate about preserving and sharing the history of the Reserve Corps, and he poured his heart into making sure your service and stories were recorded.
