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Robert E. Newell

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Training Officer, Safety Officer
Years in Fire/EMS:: 38 years
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Hamburg, New York
Years With Department/Agency: 38
My Training:: Have taken over 200 Fire, Haz-Mat, Rescue and Emergency Management courses. I'm a part time Erie County, NY and New York State Fire Instructor and a part time instructor for the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs.
About Me:: Joined the Hamburg Vol. Fire Dept. in 1969. Went to Pennslvania to learn by taking classes - Auto Extrication and Hi-Angle Rescue. Brought that knowledge back to NY and started teaching these courses in Erie County. Became an M.E.T. later known as an E.M.T. Was an instructor for EMT until 1991 when I stopped working in in the field as an EMT. Became a Federal Law Enforcement Officer in 1970. Used my Fire and Rescue knowledge through-out my Federal career. Continued to teach and take all types of rescue and fire courses. Became a New York State Certified Fire Instructor in 1984. I'm a Nationally Certified fire instructor, also. Have taught many types of fire and rescue courses all over the U.S. Have continued to take Fire & Rescue courses to improve myself and keep current with the ever changing environment.
Day Job:: Ritired - U. S. Treasury Agent.
Relationship Status:: Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: Serve the community in a real way. friends were involved in the fire service. Iwas in law enforcement and it kept me down to earth.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: The inner satisfaction of knowing that in any crises I can do something that will help the situation.
Top Issues Facing Responders:: Losing the macho immage and increasing safety in all areas of fire service. Placing a higher value on physical fitness in the Volunteer service. ( Career service personnel are getting or already have the message).

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Kevin Jewett

Funeral Details:

Wake: Sat and Sun 2-4, 7-9
Loomis Funeral Home 207 Main St Hamburg, NY

Funeral: Monday 11 am
Hamburg Fire Hall 301 Union St Hamburg, NYDelete Comment

Jan 24, 2008
Tiger Schmittendorf

The official death notice and funeral arrangements are available for download at: http://www.firefighternation.com/profiles/blog/show?id=889755%3ABlogPost%3A309516

Wake –

Saturday – January 26, 2008 – 7pm-9pm
NOTE: The family requests no fire department visitation during the 2pm-4pm viewing
Sunday – January 27, 2008 – 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm

Wake Participation –
Due to limited parking at and around the funeral home, all Fire Department and Emergency Services personnel are asked not to go directly to the funeral home.

Please stage at the Village of Hamburg Fire Department Station at 301 Union Street.

Shuttles will be available to and from the funeral home.

Funeral Service –

Monday – January 28, 2008 – 11am
Hamburg Volunteer Fire Department
301 Union Street – Hamburg NY 14075

Funeral Participation –
Due to limited parking, the fire department respectfully requests that visiting firefighters not bring large apparatus. There will be no procession.

All agencies attending the funeral detail are asked to contact the Erie County Fire Safety Office during regular business hours at 716-681-7111 or contact Deputy Fire Coordinator Tiger Schmittendorf at 716-432-3915 or schmitte@erie.gov with the agency name, a contact name and phone number; and the number of personnel participating.

Jan 24, 2008
jeff schick

Our thought and prayers go out to Roberts family. GOD BLESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! TVFD

Jan 24, 2008
Elizabeth Bristol

As you responded to your last call my you rest in peace, and your family heal.

For the siren has gone off one last time for Robert

Jan 24, 2008
Joseph M Trzepacz

my thoughts and prayers are with the Newell family and Bob's second family at the fire dept. Bob was a terrific teacher and friend He will be missed by all

Jan 24, 2008
Donnie Bathje

Our prayers and condolences are with your family. Rest in Peace my brother...

Jan 24, 2008
Joe Stoltz

Job well done, brother Bob. Rest in peace.

Jan 24, 2008
LadyChaplain

My thoughts and prayers go out to everybody in Bob's family, as well as his "fire" family. May he rest in peace, and may his legacy live on.

--If I'm gone when you wake up, please don't cry. And if I'm gone when you wake up, don't ask why. Don't look back on this time as a time of heartbreak and distress. Remember me. Remember me, 'cause I'll be with you in your dreams.--

With many thoughts and prayers,
McKenzie
Fire Chaplain - Cheektowaga NY Distr. #9

Jan 24, 2008
Dave, NB 9

I am called to many duties lord and now I've been called home.
I've had to leave the ones I love To stand before your throne.
I'll not complain, its not my way But there are some things I'll ask.
And please , Lord, grant them to me For the loved ones I hold fast.
I dare to ask because I know How you've blessed in the past.
I've learned to trust in your grace, O Lord That's how I've come this far.
So now, O God, I humbly pray Hear my prayer.
Bless my wife and family -- so often left alone, They knew where I was going and Trusted you to bring me home.
Well, now I'm home and wait for them Keep them within the faith -- that one day, Someday, we'll be together in this place.

And O Dear God, bless my men & women, I trained them as best I could.

I tried to do your will with them and lead them as you would.
I need to know your with them Lord Or else how can I stay
And peacefully enjoy this place of endless day.
This heaven where there is no night No fire to kill and burn I guess that's why its now my rest, my place, my turn.
And Lord, be with my community And keep it safe as it can be For all its folks are special, and very dear to me.
They are all my friends, and by your grace I served them as best I could.
So hear my prayer, O Lord And grant it please -- I already knew you would.

unknown author

Jan 24, 2008
Alan Clemons

Reast In Peace Brother!!!

Jan 24, 2008
Alan Clemons

Rest In Peace My Brother!!!!!!!!

Jan 24, 2008
Jon

My brother, from the time that i joined our dept. 5 years ago you were my mentor. I looked up to you like so many others have done before. I sit here at my computer listening to bag pipes that you loved. There are is so much more i would have liked to ask you and tell you. I will always have a part of you in my heart and mind. Without you I wouldnt be half the firefighter i am now.

May you rest in peace, look down on all your brothers around the wourld and grant us peace. God bless you brother Newell, you will never be forgotten.

Jan 24, 2008
Allen Wahlstrom

God Bless Brother

Jan 24, 2008
Michael

Rest In Peace My Brother!!!!!!!!

Jan 24, 2008
Mike Cocker Jr.

R.I.P. you did your time, now its ours, and in that time we will honor you

Jan 24, 2008
Amanda W.

Thoughts & prayers are with you & yours,may you rest in peace.

Jan 25, 2008
A.J.

Rest in peace Bob thank you for all you did for the fire services.

Jan 25, 2008
Danny

Rest in peace robert, prayers for you and your family. Its your time to rest and guide the rest of us and watch over us. From your brothers in Washington State.

Jan 25, 2008
robert poirer

rest in peace brother from everyone at the anchorage fire department

Jan 25, 2008
Jerry Mazurkiewicz

To a dear friend and a mentor. Thanks for the laughs, the hugs, the motivation and the path!!!
Please guide us and protect us from above.

Jan 25, 2008
BRIAN W

It's alway's sad to lose a brother firefighter, R.I.P

from your brothers and sisters at palmyra,mi fire dept.

Jan 25, 2008
Paper-City Jake964

eternal rest my brother.

Jan 25, 2008
cliff thurlow

So very sorry for your to here about Robert passing,your family will be in my prayers.If you would e maiL me I would be honored to send your family my song on dvd THE FIRMANS PRAYER,I'm sure it will bring you much confort,And may God bless your family.
www.firemansprayerdvd.com
Cliff

Jan 25, 2008
Kimberly Pence

To Roberts firefighter and other family i would like to send you a prayer and say i'm sorry for your loss. You may have had your last call on earth but you will never be forgotten and also you now watch over you brothers and sisters from above so we as firefighters are truly blessed and lucky to have someone like you watching over us GOD BLESS!!!

Jan 25, 2008
Cody Scott

To Robert's Family and Friends. So sorry to hear that loss of Robert. He did so much in his life, His dedication to the Fire Service makes him a special man. And even tho its hard to say good bye, remember he is peace with the lord watching over you. My thoughts and Prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. GOD BLESS

Jan 25, 2008
Ryan Anderson

I had the pleasure of serving with and learning from Bob while I was at Hamburg. It is no exaggeration to say that it's impossible to measure how much of himself he dedicated to the community and the fire service. He led by example and experience and was willing to allow others to lead with a supportive attitude. Everyone in Hamburg, as well as the entire Western New York region owes respect to this man. However, although his passing is a immense loss to the community, Bob has left an indelible legacy that everyone in the fire service will benefit from.
He will be greatly missed.

R. Anderson - #42
Frm. HVFD Volunteer & friend

Jan 25, 2008
Merritt Long

A Great Teacher and a severs loss to the ranks of WNY firefighters. He will be greatly missed. R>I>P> brother till the next alarm is called.

Jan 25, 2008
Captain Kevin C. Ross

It is with great sadness that today we say goodbye to OUR BROTHER, OUR FRIEND, OUR MENTOR we will miss you, but we our richer for having known you, the fire service and the world has lost a great person. Thank you for making the world a better place and teaching us all how to be the best like you. REST IN PEACE!

Jan 25, 2008
Tom Chmielowiec Jr.

I was a student in Bob's final Firefighter 1 class. He was a great teacher, mentor, and a great guy. There were so many times he would cheer me on in class, due to my big size. And he always made a joke, or just had fun in class. Outside of the classroom, he was great guy to be around, and an even funnier. I am proad to have had the privlage to have been taught by such an amazing instructer. He once told me that he looked at every firefighter in Erie County, and he said he had taught 85- 90% of ALL the firefighters in EC. That was amazing. And I feel sorry for all the new firefighters coming in the field, that couldn't better their skills by taking one of Bob's classes. Rest in Peace dear friend, and mentor of mine forever.
and in the words of Mr. Newell- "Omnis Cedo Domus"- Everyone Gos Home, and Bob is home too.

Jan 25, 2008
angie lingo

So sad to hear of the loss of one of our firefighters. May God comfort you in you sadness

Jan 25, 2008
Tom Ricotta

I took many classes of Bob's, too many too recall, he was a great teacher. Rest In Peace. Your legacy lives on in all of us who were lucky enough to have you grace us with your knowledge... Every day when we respond to that alarm, you live on with us.
God Bless Brother.

Jan 25, 2008
Brian Davis

To all Famiily and Friends;
May God Strengthing you in this time of sorrow and give you understanding and peace. Heaven has gained an angel and earth has lost a hero. R.I.P. Brother

Lt. Davis
Rives Fire/Rescue
Rives,Tn

Jan 25, 2008
candy

To Robert E. Newell's Family And Friends May God Be With You And Give You Stength In This Time Of Mourne.

Jan 25, 2008
Farley

To The Family And Friends Of Robert Newell Im Deeply Sorry To Hear Of Yor Loss Im Sure Bob Was A Big Insperation And Influence On So Many I Pray That God Gives You Comfort And Strength In Your Time Of Sorrow. God Bless And R.I.P In Peace Brother

Jan 26, 2008
Lane Doby

Rest in Peace, and God Bless.

Jan 26, 2008
Mark Bernas

Bob was my intermediate fire instructor a few years back (not many -- I haven't had the pleasure of knowing Bob prior to 2000) and our paths have crossed on occasion since then. I always enjoyed our chance meetings and conversations, and always felt that I was in the presence of someone whose worth in our chosen avocation exceeded what was immediately apparent.

Too many of our brothers pass too young! I know that Bob will be sorely missed by his fellows in the corps of fire instructors, the Hamburg Fire Department, those many firefighters who've benefited from his influence, and especially his family.

May you rest in peace, Bob.

Jan 26, 2008
Eric

Rest in peace mister Newell. My most sincere condolences to the family and friends for your loss. Mourn his loss but celebrate his life. God bless.

Jan 26, 2008
SLIM

For my Brother has fallen, God into your hands. My Brother has fallen; no, I don't know his name. Have not the same parents still family all the same. He lives in this town, I live in another, It doesn't really matter 'cause this man is my Brother. My Brother I call him, yet I've never seen his face. I have brothers and sisters all over the place! You see I am a Firefighter and our families are one. Around the world, a brotherhood of unity, A closeness, a bond, bond, most people don't see. I'll watch his back; She'll watch mine, "You go, I go," time after time. His family's my family, Her family theirs, We're part of one family where everyone cares, I'll look after your kids, please look in on my wife, Should that day finally come when I laid down my life. We dedicate our lives helping our fellow man, Living day after day doing all that we can, Where ever we're needed whether nighttime or day, To save the life of another we'll step in harms way. My Brother has fallen doing what he loved best, And among the Honored, he now stands with the rest For a mile in dress uniform here everyone stands, For my Brother has fallen, God into your hands

YOU WILL BE MISSED!

Jan 26, 2008
Moe Brewer

My Condolences to they family, may god bless them and ease the pain of his passing.

Jan 26, 2008
Rory

Its never easy to lose one of our brothers. He will be missed and live on in our hearts. My god welcome you with open arms

Jan 26, 2008
Bill Heizer F/F E.M/T.-P

My Condolences to the family, May the Lord be with you and guide you through the pain of losing your loved one. Brother Newell , Rest in Peace.

Jan 26, 2008
Bob Allard

Bob, I only knew you a short time but you sure left your marks on me in the way I will teach.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during this most difficult time.

Bob will surely be missed in many ways.

Jan 27, 2008
Jim Dyson

rest in peace my brother

Jan 27, 2008
Greenman

My condolences to the Newell family. It is always hard to lose a loved one unexpectedly.

Jan 27, 2008
Michael Bird SR

our prayers and thoughts will be with the family of bob newell.... from the crew here at rhodestown vol. fire dept. jacksonville,nc

Jan 28, 2008
Mick Mayers

We will keep the family and brothers of this good man in our thoughts and prayers. From Hilton Head Island Fire & Rescue and SC-TF1.

Jan 28, 2008
Deborah

Brother, when you weep for me,
Remember that it was meant to be.
Lay me down and when you leave,
Remember I’ll be at your sleeve.

In every dark and choking hall,
I’ll be there as you slowly crawl.
On every roof in driving snow,
I’ll hold your coat, and you will know.

The house from which I now respond,
Is overstaffed with heroes gone.
Men who answered one last bell,
Did the job and did it well.

As firefighters we understand,
That death’s card dealt in our hand.
A card we hope we never play,
But one we hold there anyway.

That card is something we ignore,
As we crawl across a weakened floor.
For we know that we’re the only prayer,
For anyone that might be there.

So remember as you wipe your tears,
The joy I knew throughout the years.
As I did the job I loved to do,
I pray that thought will see you through.

Condolences to the family. Your loss is greatly felt through-out. Bless you all, Deborah -- Dallas, TX

Jan 28, 2008
heather

May you Rest In Peace fellow firefighter.
To the family and friends, God Bless in your time of sorrow and hold you close by His side.

Jan 28, 2008
Tiger Schmittendorf

I've posted the eulogy I gave this morning at Bob's funeral. His brother firefighters in the Hamburg Volunteer Fire Department did a tremendous job of honoring the man that Bob was.

My helmet is off to them for rallying as a team to make the family and friends feel at home in Bob's fire station where the funeral was held.

May he now rest in peace.

http://www.firefighternation.com/profiles/blog/show?id=889755%3ABlogPost%3A326276

Jan 28, 2008
robert stoneham jr

our condolences to the family and friends of bob.

Sheridan fire rescue,
Sheridan,michigan

Jan 28, 2008