The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) provides ongoing support to families grieving the loss of a fallen hero. Such deep understanding and assistance encourages newfound strength, inspiring stories of hope from the heart of each family.
Spoken and written with conviction and aspiration, the following stories represent only a handful of the lives guided by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Tina Hauk, Wife of Assistant Chief Brian Hauk
Jennifer Cormican, Daughter of Captain Bruce Cormican
Vinny Brennan, Brother of Firefighter Peter Brennan
Roger Nadeau, Brother of District Fire Chief Gerald Nadeau
Gerry & Jo Ann Gettman, Parents of Firefighter Matthew Eric Black
Helen King, Wife of Firefighter Larry King, Sr.
Sharon Purdy, Wife of Firefighter Lee A. Purdy
Helen Reiner Worthen, Mother of Firefighter/Paramedic Eric F. Reiner
Sylvia Kratzke, Mother of Firefighter Heather J. DePaolo Johnny