Firefighters in Wisconsin are mourning the loss of their former deputy chief.
John Weber, 77, was a longtime member of Township Fire Department in Eau Claire died in the firehouse on Saturday, according to the U.S. Fire Administration.
When the company was dispatched for a brush fire Saturday night, Weber went to the station to assist with vehicles. Fellow personnel found him dead when they retuned from the call, reports indicated.
Weber started volunteering in his community in 1964. He served as deputy chief for 17 years. He retired from that position in 1991, but remained active. In 1986, he was named Firefighter of the Year.
Funeral Services
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 at Stokes, Prock and Mundt Funeral Chapel, 535 S. Hillcrest Parkway, Altoona, where there will be a 7 p.m. prayer service. There will be visitation at the church Wednesday, starting at 9 a.m.
A Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Rock Falls. Burial will follow at Inbarha St. Joseph's Catholic cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Township Fire Department, 4601 E Hamilton Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701-8111.
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