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New York Firefighter's Death Investigated; Department Mourns First LODD
MICHELLE MCCLINTICK
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HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) - A southtowns volunteer firefighter died suddenly after a training exercise on Wednesday. The sudden and tragic loss is leaving his extended family with heavy hearts. His colleagues came forward Thursday afternoon.
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Thursday afternoon, members of the Big Tree Fire Company talked about the very sudden death of a friend and volunteer. While investigators are still trying to figure out the cause of death, firefighters are mourning the first line of duty death for the department.
26-year-old Jarrett Eleam felt ill during self-contained breathing apparatus training on Monday night at the fire hall. His fellow firefighters rushed him to Mercy Hospital where his condition deteriorated. Eleam passed away Wednesday night.
Big Tree Fire Chief Ed Hughes said, "He was a very outgoing gentleman, great personality, the kids loved him. He was gonna be a future star in our fire company."
Bob Stoberl of the Big Tree Fire Company said, "Like the UNYTS slogan, "You're given the gift of life, give it back." We're trained to save lives and Jarrett did that. He is saving lives giving his organs to the UNYTS program."
The cause of death is still under investigation. A funeral is being planned for his hometown of Pittsburgh. Jarrett Eleam was just installed this past weekend as the Lieutenant of fire prevention for the fire company.
A memorial fund will be established, and details will be posted on the company's website.
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WIVB
Reprinted with Permission
HAMBURG, N.Y. (WIVB) - A southtowns volunteer firefighter died suddenly after a training exercise on Wednesday. The sudden and tragic loss is leaving his extended family with heavy hearts. His colleagues came forward Thursday afternoon.
Death of volunteer firefighter will be investigated: wivb.com
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Thursday afternoon, members of the Big Tree Fire Company talked about the very sudden death of a friend and volunteer. While investigators are still trying to figure out the cause of death, firefighters are mourning the first line of duty death for the department.
26-year-old Jarrett Eleam felt ill during self-contained breathing apparatus training on Monday night at the fire hall. His fellow firefighters rushed him to Mercy Hospital where his condition deteriorated. Eleam passed away Wednesday night.
Big Tree Fire Chief Ed Hughes said, "He was a very outgoing gentleman, great personality, the kids loved him. He was gonna be a future star in our fire company."
Bob Stoberl of the Big Tree Fire Company said, "Like the UNYTS slogan, "You're given the gift of life, give it back." We're trained to save lives and Jarrett did that. He is saving lives giving his organs to the UNYTS program."
The cause of death is still under investigation. A funeral is being planned for his hometown of Pittsburgh. Jarrett Eleam was just installed this past weekend as the Lieutenant of fire prevention for the fire company.
A memorial fund will be established, and details will be posted on the company's website.
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Permalink Reply by Paul Price Sr on
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God Speed young firefighter, you were sent to do God's work, now you are in His service.
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Permalink Reply by John Manly on
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Prayers for this young man's family and fire company.
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Permalink Reply by Wes on
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Condolences to the friends and family and heartfelt gratitude for your service Jarrett. RIP brother.
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Permalink Reply by Norman E. Flanders on
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RIP Brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to this youngmans family & friends.
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