04/18/2026
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of our colleague Hans Marticiuc. Hans had a heart for law enforcement and our labor unions. Prayers to the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas, CLEAT as they process this loss.
With a heavy heart we are saddened to report the passing of CLEAT’s Hans Marticiuc.
Hans was a true friend, an amazing colleague, and words cannot describe our feelings of profound loss.
His dedication to the men and women of law enforcement spanned nearly 40 years of union activism and is reflective of the care and commitment he had for the people he advocated for, leaving a lasting legacy for years to come.
After joining the Houston Police Department in 1979 he became heavily involved in union activities eventually becoming President of the Houston Police Officers Union (HPOU). Hans served as President of the HPOU for 12 years. He was a tenacious fighter for the rights and working conditions of his members and he led the charge in HPOU achieving Meet and Confer which allowed the union to negotiate wages and working conditions with the City of Houston.
In 2017, Hans came out of retirement due to his strong desire to help other officers and joined the CLEAT family servicing our Houston and Harris County members for nearly 10 years.
Hans' work ethic and motivation were second to none. Whether it was attending association meetings or functions, negotiating collective bargaining agreements, or assisting a member with an issue, Hans was always willing to step up and help.
He worked tirelessly on behalf of CLEAT’s members but also lived a life many only dream about. An avid motorcycle enthusiast and world traveler, Hans never missed an opportunity to expand his horizons. He loved seeing new places and meeting new people and cultures. Hans traveled to nearly 100 countries, sometimes by himself.
He also enjoyed riding motorcycles with his friends to rallies around the US and on several excursions to different parts of the world.
The only thing he loved more than his friends and traveling was his family. Hans was so proud of his grandchildren and never missed an opportunity to spend time with them.
For those of us that knew him and were a part of his life, we consider ourselves fortunate to have had the honor and privilege of calling him a friend. Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to his family and friends.
RIP friend, you will not be forgotten.