RIP Cheeseburger

Beloved Community Hero and “Good Boy” at Rest

The Lawrence Police Department lost one of its own on October 8, 2025.

K9 C.B., affectionately known as Cheeseburger, died peacefully surrounded by family.

C.B. was 12 years old and enjoyed a celebrated career, alongside his handler retired Corporal Matt Weidl, until his retirement in 2023. Corporal Weidl then trained the department’s newest K9, Taz, and noticed C.B. needed a change in atmosphere. He seemed to get upset when Weidl headed to work without him.

During his retirement celebration, C.B., left to live with his new family, Sergeant Ron Ivener, his wife Nikki, and their 4 children.

“He fit into our family seamlessly and we will miss him terribly,” says Nikki Ivener. “There is a Cheeseburger sized hole in our hearts. He lived the last 2.5 years to the fullest with toys, treats, car rides and love. We feel truly blessed to have had the opportunity to love him,” concludes Ivener.

Rest Easy Cheeseburger. Your life of service, sacrifice, and love will be remembered.