ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) - On Saturday, close friends and family members of Officer Cameron Girvin gathered to celebrate his life and to remember the legacy he left behind as a kind-spirited person. "I hope today can be the day we take the first step towards rebuilding the world around the whole hi s absence has left," Girvin's older brother James Sheridan Jr. said. A display at Officer Cameron Girvin's Celebration of Life, held on Saturday at the Park Ridge Free Methodist Church. (WROC/Trinity Wilson) Girvin, a 2017 graduate of Gates-Chili High School, was one of two officers shot in the line of duty on Feb. 21 in Virginia Beach. He died the next day. Those who remember Girvin said he always pushed others to be the best version of themselves. His brother, Connor, reflected on his relationship with Cameron during Saturday's gathering. "I remember driving around in Cameron's car and talking about our aspirations," Connor Girvin said. "We shared the same dream: to be good dads and better husbands. He wanted to be better for his kids, to break the cycle we grew up with. I believe he did break that cycle." Girvin and his wife, Jessica, were expecting parents. The baby is due in August 2025. ‘Phone call you never want to get’: Parents of fallen police officer holding onto memories as they grieve loss of son During his time with the Virginia Beach Police Department, Girvin became close with his fellow officers. Those he worked alongside, including Detective Will Watts, remembered him for his impressive skillset and his clear passion for law enforcement. "Of all the guys I've worked with in my career, Cam was probably one of the most impressive officers I have ever worked with," Watts said. Those closest to Girvin, including Officer Chris Grimm, said they hope to carry on his legacy of embracing positivity and spreading kindness. "Cam wasn't just the best cop I ever worked with, he was one of my best friends," Grimm said. "I think everyone is a better person from knowing him." A funeral was held in Virginia Beach for Officer Girvin and Officer Reese earlier this month in Virginia Beach. The GoFundMe to support Girvin's family as they navigate the loss can be found here. ...read more read less