My fallen brothers

24 on/ 48 off · 11-26-2002, 10:02 AM

I just wanted to take a moment to publicy remember my brothers who died in the line of duty yesterday. Those heroes who served the public in Coos Bay shall always be honored by many.

--spud--

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The Fishing Geek · 11-26-2002, 10:10 AM

A seniment shared, spud.

chummer · 11-26-2002, 02:18 PM

Watching KGW last night to get the details, and i was disgusted! Channel 8 names thier "top Story " of the night, the arrest of ruben Patterson for spousal abuse, and then follows with the continuing saga of damon and rasheed. Nothing like minimizing the tragic loss of 3 oregon firefighters. KGW's news director ought to go to work for the springer show. I've emailed them as well as the oregonian with my outrage. A fellow firefighter, Local 1660.

OneLastCast · 11-26-2002, 02:20 PM

I too share those thoughts. Though I was only a lowly volunteer for 8 years I can appreciate the ever present danger that those who serve experience. Those that have given their life deserve the highest honor and gratitude ( as well as those that are still working ).

The flags at the Nehalem City Hall are flying at half mast.

Thanks
OneLastCast

Kaptn Ken · 11-26-2002, 04:00 PM

It's KGW's Top Story Tonight...Right Now!!!

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STGRule · 11-26-2002, 08:19 PM

:depressed: :depressed: :depressed:
Our prayers to all the families. Thanks for all your hard work and sacrifices.

skein · 11-27-2002, 07:59 AM

I was a fireman and my brother is a fireman. I've been close a couple of times and my heart just stops when I hear about our boys not coming out.

Everything they do, everything they prepare for, is just to help someone in their moment of most desperate need. They are heroes every day, not just when they save someone - or die.

Skein

Firedog · 11-27-2002, 08:10 AM

Good post Spud. It is a terrible thing , 11 kids without fathers now. We all know that when we walk out the door to go on duty every three days, we may never come back. The thought hits a little closer to home when it is local. We watche dit multiple times at the station yesterday and still couldnt believe it. Terrible terrible thing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families

Chummer, we had the same sentiment last night at the station. While watching the news the Jail blazers were on 2 of the three statons as lead. We lose 3 brothers and we have to listen to meaningless BS about those idiots.

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Firedog · 11-27-2002, 10:58 AM

THE FIREFIGHTERS PRAYER.

WHEN I AM CALLED TO DUTY, GOD
WHEREVER FLAMES MAY RAGE

GIVE ME THE STRENGTH TO SAVE SOME LIFE
WHATEVER BE ITS AGE

HELP ME EMBRACE A LITTLE CHILD
BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE

OR SAVE AN OLDER PERSON FROM
THE HORROR OF THAT FATE

ENABLE ME TO BE ALERT AND
SEAK THE WEAKEST SHOUT

AND QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY
TO PUT THE FIRE OUT

I WANT TO FILL MY CALLING AND
TO GIVE THE BEST IN ME

TO GUARD MY EVERY NEIGHBOR
AND PROTECT THEIR PROPERTY

AND IF ACCORDING TO YOUR WILL
I HAVE TO LOSE MY LIFE

PLEASE BLESS WITH YOUR PROTECTING HAND
MY CHILDREN AND MY WIFE

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Jettin' Fool · 11-27-2002, 07:34 PM

It takes brave men to do that job....they are truely hero's.

Fool

Dan Christopher · 11-27-2002, 09:13 PM

i know you fire men and woman on the board don't hear it enough but.
we love and respect you all.
thanks for being there for us.

Firedog · 11-29-2002, 11:25 PM

For anyone interested the Memorial will be on Sunday. Here is a link off of Firehouse.com Coos Bay Memorial

Fallen Firefighters Prayer

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montster303 · 12-02-2002, 01:27 PM

Awesome poem, Firedog....thanks you guys and gals!