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Chaplain Edward Stauffer
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In Memoriam: Chaplain Edward Stauffer

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation mourns the loss of Chaplain Edward Murphy (“Ed”) Stauffer, who passed away peacefully at home in Meridian, TX on June ...
July 7, 2022
Dr. Harry Carter
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Remembering Dr. Harry Carter

Please join us as we mourn the loss of our friend Dr. Harry Carter, who was was instrumental in his contributions to the fire service.
June 18, 2022
Eileen Coglianese
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Remembering Eileen Coglianese

The Board of Directors and Staff of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and the Fire Hero Family ...
March 5, 2021
Senator Paul Sarbanes
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Remembering Senator Paul Sarbanes

As a five-term U.S. Senator, Paul Sarbanes paved for the way for Congress to create the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) in 1992. Previously, Senator ...
December 8, 2020
Chief John W. Hoglund
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Remembering Chief John W. Hoglund

The Board of Directors and Staff of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Maryland Fire-Rescue Institute ...
January 6, 2020
Tribute to Chief Alan Brunacini
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Tribute to Chief Alan Brunacini

It was my good fortune to have worked with Chief Brunacini (Bruno) in the Phoenix Fire Department for nearly 3 decades – including 15 years ...
October 22, 2017
Alan Brunacini
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Remembering Chief Alan Brunacini

Alan Brunacini was well-respected and admired throughout the entire U.S. Fire Service and a good friend to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
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October 15, 2017
Chief Neil Svetanics
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Chief Neil Svetanics, Friend of the Foundation

We extend our deepest sympathy to Chief Svetanics’ daughters and grandchildren and to his many friends in the fire service.
June 14, 2017
In Memoriam

Remembering Ray Pfeifer: An Inspiration for All

The Foundation was extremely saddened to learn of Ray Pfeifer’s passing on Sunday. Ray was a friend of the Foundation and an inspiration. He was ...
May 30, 2017
Hal Bruno
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Remembering Hal Bruno

Today, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation honors and remembers Chairman Emeritus, Hal Bruno, who died at age 83, five-years-ago, on November 8, 2011.
November 8, 2016
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Remembering Our Friend Glenn Gaines

Glenn Gaines was a long-time friend of the NFFF and often visited the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Chapel where he spent time in quiet reflection. He ...
April 14, 2015

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