LODDS

Photo by Aaron Todd
A department might have traditions for honoring a fallen member, but the family’s wishes come first. If they don’t want a full fire service funeral, respect their decision.
Aaron Todd stresses that the core of serving as a family liaison after an LODD is standing beside the family, guiding them through their grief and ensuring that the never feel...
Oct. 27, 2025
Washington County/Johnson City EMS Honor Guard/Facebook
Washington County/Johnson City Rescue Technician
Oct. 24, 2025
Peter Matthews/Firehouse
FDNY Chief of Special Operations Malcom Moore (right) embraces the family of Charles Williams. Williams served as a mentor to Moore when he first joined the department and worked on Engine 214.
Oct. 20, 2025
Minnesota Fire Service Foundation
Idaho firefighter Isabella Oscarson, originally from Minnesota, died during a prescribed fire in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest. Her body was returned to Minnesota for the Oct. 4 funeral.
Oct. 4, 2025
City of Bristol/Facebook
Bristol Firefighter
Oct. 3, 2025
Moncks Corner Deputy Fire Chief Jimmy Townsend
Oct. 1, 2025
Idaho Department of Lands/Facebook
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Sept. 29, 2025
Hyosub Shin/AJC
Funeral for DeKalb Firefighter Preston Fant Draws Hundreds of Mourners
Sept. 19, 2025
Houston Professional Fire Fighters Assocation
Houston firefighter/paramedic Stephen Scott died Wednesday, days after he suffered a medical emergency while riding in an ambulance with a patient.
Sept. 17, 2025

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