Illinois firefighter with terminal cancer takes final ride home with fiance, dog

An Illinois firefighter diagnosed with terminal cancer took his final ride home Tuesday in the very same ambulance he once used to transport patients.
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[@andrewlemerond4374]

Thank you for your service on this earth and I hope your new home is a glorious one.

[@elhuddleston17]

It will be

[@Cyndy101]

Beautifully said 😭

[@Suechad123]

Beautifully put. ❤️

[@Binknew]

🙏❤️

[@JohnCoffins]

Well said.

[@ericerto8250]

The guy was a fighter. Even though he was dying he was saving lives every day in that very ambulance. Such a sad moment to see him sitting there with his wife knowing that soon he will not be here anymore my thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

[@marysaade4343]

It’s his fiancé

[@karm1439]

Very sad. But I watch these things only to hopefully read the comments from people like you. Makes it better all around. I think KZbin should highlight these true comments in these stories so we can hear back stories. Some people don’t know about the comments

[@ericerto8250]

@@karm1439 thank you for your kind words. There are so many trolls and say nasty things to get a reaction. It's just really sad it really is

[@amandacontreras5467]

The fact that they could smile and wave I think says so much about the people they are ❤

[@ericerto8250]

@Williams Susan I am doing good how are you

[@justelleslife507]

RIP Frank, only 34, sunset January 22, 2023, so young, so much more to give, yet gave plenty for being so young with the limited time he had, peace and love to his loved ones.

[@NotAJosh]

Just hope the family knows there getting preys from not just Illinois but from all the way in NY too. Heartbreaking knowing how young he was

[@standup2982]

So very sad. Sending love from the UK 💜

[@gregsealey1137]

I'm so so sorry for your loss 😭. Thankyou for your service friend 🇦🇺🥃🙏

[@gendaminoru3195]

As they rendered honors it was good to see him take it in and enjoy the moment. What a tearjerker this one was. God bless the family and may he rest in eternal peace.

[@lilyw9324]

❤❤❤

[@EscSec]

I wish people like him lived longer. Thank you for your service.

[@jarod3653]

Lol

[@ManagedPan1k]

@@jarod3653L

[@khonkhosilelihle7414]

Me too.

[@mr.brenman2132]

​@@jarod3653 Lol Ja-Rod? Who tf is going to put out that Popeyes fire that you started? Popeyes is like second to the church where you come from. Second to the mosque I mean. Tsk tsk tsk Ja-Rod.

[@cynthiatolman326]

My husband died and it was me and our dog, who was a Daddy's boy. The dog and I were both devastated, but we had each other even if the dog didn't understand where Daddy went. We made it though, and I'll never stop grieving for him, and the life we had, but we have a new normal, me and the dog. 🙏♥️

[@M8kmecry]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope you and your pup know that you are loved. And if it's possible, I'm sure that your husband is there with you both during the hardest times, and watching over you always.

[@Rosarioworx]

Sorry for your loss 😢

[@Richiedei50]

So very sorry for your loss and many thanks for your husband’s service. 🙏❤️

[@OrangeySky11]

@@Kukutv20 stop being an ass and learn to spell devastated.

[@davidqueen9682]

​@@Kukutv20 Don't be a Dick !!!

[@johnberry8180]

As both a firefighter and ( so far ) a cancer survivor this had me in tears.

[@DavidZaG-]

God bless u sir and thank u for ur service and sacrifices

[@carolbenoit2235]

Thank you for your service. 🚒

[@dirtbikerplay11]

Thank you for your service

[@michaelrobertiv2804]

I could not hold back my tears.

[@louettesommers8594]

I think anyone with a heart is in tears. Thank you for your service.

[@carolynthornton8017]

IN MY VIEW 0:55 The way the other firefighters showed him respect saluting him when he came around the corner made me cry. He was surrounded with love.

[@drekafine8831]

I honestly don't see how they managed to stay at attention with a straight face😩. I literally would've been balling my eyes out🤦🏽‍♀️

[@avatrash8699]

.да

[@kimcissell1905]

He got to say goodbye and he died with dignity. ❤. Thank him for his service.

[@jmathew3942]

He passed away?😢

[@Motown-1966]

@@jmathew3942 Well, it's been 4 months that this video has been posted to KZbin. The gentleman was likely being discharged to home hospice as the video title states firefighter going home with terminal cancer. Depending on how aggressive the cancer is, his demise may take days, wks, or months; whichever the case, the man's goin' home to die.

[@lindaaitken7679]

@@Motown-1966 he passed away on 23rd January- he married his fiancee two weeks before he died.

[@Motown-1966]

@@lindaaitken7679 God bless them both

[@bigredd690]

As a firefighter myself this broke me for real. It took everything in me not to break down in tears. May the rest of your journey be a peaceful and happy one brother.

[@Cyndy101]

🙏🏼🙏🏼 For both of you

[@judecaporusso8599]

Really does brother be safe out there

[@bigredd690]

@@judecaporusso8599 thank you and I'll do my best.

[@bigredd690]

@@Cyndy101 thank you

[@craigcolantoni6773]

I've been doing it 28 yrs on Tuesday and I broke Down this stuff is Always hard for me to Watch

[@thedancingemt]

as an EMT, I don’t think I would be able to hold it together if I had to do this for one of my own. thank you for your service, brother. you’ve no doubt touched, changed, and saved countless lives.

[@glennhenson6495]

As, I'm sure, have you. Thank you for your service.

[@DonB.-Mulefivefive]

Yes you can do it and, unknown to you , you will do it time and time again. We all come into this arena knowing that at any time, for any or no reason at all, we can all be taking this last ride. You'll stand and deliver like the professional and the human being you are. These things we do so others may live.

[@mmetalhead2992]

@@DonB.-MulefivefivePJ?

[@johnm4579]

As a fireman myself for 37 years this broke my heart, All of us in this job as paid, volunteer, emt's etc are here to respond to emergencies to help people but when it's one of our own and we can't do anything it really hurts. God bless you brother !

[@pinkrose1438]

Thank you for your service sir! Love,light and blessings ❤️🙏☀️

[@mariarivera806]

I’m so selfish, as i text in tears, Thank you all for the life you chose in this world, Im so was feeling so sorry for myself for the 3rd time I will never do it again, this man just went into the line of helping me with his last minutes, this is so hard for me, he just save my life for the last time

[@lilyw9324]

Thank you for all you do! 💓

[@DonB.-Mulefivefive]

Posessing the humilty and the humanity to accept that, is all part of the job. Unknown to you, even in your worst moment in tim, you do help. Simply by just being there. Hotshot crew leader/former EMT/RN These things we do so others may live.

[@TheLuckyPenny]

My dad was a firefighter for 30 years. He passed in 2001. He will meet you up in heaven big guy. God bless your family!!❤

[@leilanisunsets1362]

You must have been so proud of him like we are. Service is a given but respect to honor and compassion and love with your job is an option. I'm so sorry about your dad but he must have been a good man because I can tell from your writing from your heart

[@SetCCC]

Cancer is so unfair

[@marysizemore191]

Yes it is and America is eat up with it. Lost family members because of cancer.

[@tashalynn29]

That it is.

[@redneckgaminng_ytlbacktheb8855]

Yeah and doesn’t help lot of fire fighters get cancer due to the job from the smoke from a fire getting stuck on the gear, from the trucks exhaust fumes being in the station, from hazmat calls, and we r learning more about fire and how to keep the brothers in red safer during any fire or any hazmat etc sane for police and ems

[@mmc9828]

Tell me about it. Both my husband and 11 yr old grandson have cancer. 💔

[@SetCCC]

@@mmc9828 I'm so sorry

[@patwhite9230]

This brings back so many vivid memories of the day my dad (who was also a fire fighter) took his last ride on a gurney from our home to the hospital as we all stood there trying to be strong. He paused & looked at each of us & around the family room as if he knew this was his last time seeing us and the home he built for us. This was one of the hardest days of my life. Tho he’s been gone almost 40 yrs, the pain never goes away. My only consolation is knowing he’s at home with Our Lord and no longer suffering. Miss you dad!

[@mozberg2191]

I wish I had your faith, life seems so pointless after loosing my brother

[@Luca_S2912]

@@mozberg2191 as long as you remember him, he will always be with you, he will always be in your heart. I wish you all the best

[@GodGirlP]

@@mozberg2191 Believe on The LORD Jesus Christ and You will Be Saved. HE alone gives Hope , Joy , True Peace , True Love , and most of all , Eternal Life To You. When I lost My Brother , Jesus was right there Holding Me. Comforting me with HIS peace as I Cried. ONLY JESUS can Heal The Broken Hearted and Do what is Impossible with Man. Believe On The LORD JESUS Christ and You Shall Be Saved. Call Upon Him NOW for Forgiveness of Sins and Salvation Resulting In Eternal Life.❤️ He loves you.

[@markcroydon3195]

@@mozberg2191 In your comment you've stated "I wish..." . Going right back in time, in every part of the world, in every human culture, the overwhelming majority of humans have felt the need to believe in some sort of higher purpose. The question I ask is not whether there is or is not a God, but why does this need to believe happen across all of humanity? When you start to think about that question, and the statement you have made, it may be that there's a part of you that wishes or wants to have that faith or belief in a higher purpose. Maybe your rational mind or your 'logic' is dissuading you from letting yourself believe in a higher purpose. I believe there is some sort of God and there is a purpose. I hope and pray that you too can experience that faith and that it can give you some hope and comfort after the loss of your brother.

[@eddieflores7509]

😞🙏 thank you for sharing

[@sweetpeas8206]

I’ve celebrated my one year anniversary with breast cancer. The firefighters from Engine 14 in Raleigh, were first on scene to help me when I had one very bad evening. Kudos to all first responders who unselfishly come to our aid. God bless Firefighter Nunez and all who loved him. Thank you for your service to your community.

[@brittneysanders4027]

Jesus Christ can heal you from demons who cause seizure, cancer, everything

[@nancywood9531]

My husband 83 is retired firefighter. Thank you for this video. I hope you will have the firefighter 7 bells ceremony for him. It is beautiful.. I hope you are able to spend a long time with each other at home. I am so sorry for the diagnosis . Praying for a miracle of God's blessings on you both. 🙏🙏❤

[@jimmccabe801]

I retired from the fire service a few years ago. I thank God everyday for my health. Bless you brother. 🙏

[@VegasGem3992]

Thank you for all of your years of service! xx

[@jenmarks6594]

I hate cancer and what it does to people. I don't know Firefighter Nunez, but watching this video made me cry. I hope his transition into the afterlife is a very peaceful one.

[@gburahbondo2948]

Amen

[@cherylhart9370]

As a cancer survivor I only hope he was saved from pain in his last days. R. I. P young man

[@mrbear716]

Yeah, F#%k cancer. Prayers to the firefighter and his family 💔🙏

[@mikeh1564]

My mother died from cancer 2 days before Christmas. Throughout her battle our pug would curl up on her feel while she sat in her favorite chair. She had been hospitalized for the final two weeks but didn’t want to die in the hospital. We told the doctor she wants to go home and they obliged. Our dog held vigil outside her bedroom door 24/7. Even when she passed he would lie outside her door for about 2 weeks, just waiting for her to walk out. He then transitioned back to his original spot, at the foot rest of moms favorite chair. He grieved just as much as we did.

[@Mustang1984]

So sorry, I hope you're doing ok.

[@silviavieira6014]

Eu lamento sua perda.

[@louiseturner9811]

May your mom rest in peace amen 🙏🙏 from me in 🇬🇧

[@seleft58]

Tu mamá se ha ido tranquila arropada con Amor por todos, incluso su perroto. DEP.

[@jennadupaul3603]

My dad is a Firefighter and he has had cancer he made it through it and has been clear for every check up to see if he is still in remission. Im so sorry that cant be the case here. I wish they could've found a cure. I send love and prayers to your family and friends and to that brave man. Thank you for your Service Sir very much appreciated. 🙏

[@CA2SD]

Ppl tell me all the time crying is weak. No, it’s being an empathetic and a compassionate human being. Heartbreaking.

[@mortalclown3812]

They maybe change the people you know, hon, because you're right. ✨🙏💕💫💪✨ Fwiw, emotional tears vs onion ones contain toxins more concentrated than anywhere else in the human body. That's a fact. The phrase 'feel better after a good cry' is truth.

[@terrynorman1222]

Crying is definitely not weak! I agree with you about compassion, empathy🙏🏾

[@luvinme9271]

This has me in tears

[@annacaiazza8869]

No crying is cleansing and showing compassion and humanity. Love and true vulnerability. You are right and people who say that are scared and don’t know how to show their own feelings. We are the strong ones because we face our pain and also express our joy in crying.

[@tvviewer4500]

It is nice knowing people still care.

[@girlee0303]

My brother died fighting a fire on 7/21/07 in California. He was the Captain. He was trying to rescue two people in their house. Also the engineer died and the couple No matter how a fire fighter dies it is always so tragic and sad My deepest condolences to the family

[@lindahandley5267]

I'm SO sorry for the loss of your Brother. It IS so tragic when one loses their life while trying to save others.😥I believe they all go to Heaven for their selfless work.

[@caroldw1970]

This gave me chills and brought me to tears but God can turn around any situation that we feel is hopeless. Prayers for this family! 😢

[@roguejeff1]

God bless this good man, this firefighter/paramedic, this American hero. Grant him a peaceful and pain-free journey to Paradise 🙏

[@kaycampbell8532]

Amen

[@jkh3959]

I don‘t want to sound offensive but are you talking about the same god that blessed him with cancer?

[@heidia6270]

That put such a lump in my throat. Cancer is evil. My heart goes out to him and his family. 😢

[@sherrydickson1483]

You can feel the respect coming from each one of his comrades....thank you all for your service and for making his last ride a peaceful one

[@babssmith179]

Precious 💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@edikmkm6210]

co-workers, comrades is only for commies and he was not one.

[@pickles3865]

My father was a firefighter and arson investigator who took this same ride. It hurts to see this video but also makes me so proud of him, and everyone he ever worked with. At his funeral, the procession was guided by a fire truck and his casket was fire engine red, his favorite color. May God protect all of the brave men and women of this world who risk their lives everyday to save ours. ❤❤❤

[@emilyoldmeadow8374]

Amen. Sorry for your loss. You must be so proud 🙏

[@lindahandley5267]

I'm SO sorry for the loss of your Father. He must have been your Hero! You'll be with him again in Heaven!🙏🌹💗

[@hopkinsmommy1202]

This broke me. Brought me right back to when my childrens father was brought home for the last time as well. My thoughts to his wife, family and his service family as well.

[@iloy1218]

I’m sorry So I was wondering Where his last ride was to Home ? Amen 🙏

[@justindunn6087]

🙏🏼🤝😔💐

[@hopkinsmommy1202]

@@iloy1218 yes. He wanted to pass away at home in the comfort of his things and family and friends.

[@mburke0330]

There’s no possible way to describe the intense anguish that takes over you escorting a brother or sister with whom you’ve experienced unimaginable situations to where they’ll spend their final moments on earth! In 2018 my fire chief finally went to the doctor to get ahold of his pain only to find out his body was riddled with cancer and given less than a month to live. Two days later, we barely got him back home before he passed 25 minutes after we got him comfortable in his favorite recliner. I pray that Firefighter Nunez’s last moments on earth are peaceful, and comfort and peace in mourning for everyone who loves him!

[@julievanderleest]

In November of 2020, an ambulance took my sister home one final time. She lasted 25 days and died in the very room she once grew up in. That was beyond brutal. I’ve seen death before when my dad was sick but this was worse yet.

[@Ego-de4dt]

@@julievanderleest I’m so sorry to hear all of that. I lost my brother and watching him die over time changed me. May your sister and father rip

[@julievanderleest]

@@Ego-de4dt thank you so much. Hugs to you. So sorry for the loss of your brother too. RIP to him as well.❤️

[@jimmykouba4494]

This is very beautiful and to show so much respect to a fellow firefighter is even more touching. When they came around and saluted I lost it there. God be with you all.

[@Neatness62]

Let’s continue to pray for this family.

[@jarod3653]

Lil

[@anitakristensen4679]

I am glad the man gets to be home, his home with those that love him. not many have that chance .

[@barbarafriedenberger6205]

How do you know he's going to heaven? You know that God tells us in John 3 that you must be born from above to enter heaven, I'm not being mean I'm just saying we all must be born again.

[@emmylou4522]

@@barbarafriedenberger6205 he said going home to his family to die not going to heaven

[@jacktursso3614]

So sad to see a person saving lives struggling to keep his own, but this guy is a trooper and hope he recovers

[@jennifer7648]

He went home to die. He was not going to beat it unfortunately.

[@mortalclown3812]

😶

[@susannovak8263]

Maybe you need to understand what terminal cancer is

[@abbeyl6115]

This was one of the rare videos that got me crying. So much love and compassion center including from his dog. Brave, strong humans full of heart and soul supporting each other.

[@dianamay3601]

Rest in peace Sir, your service is and was appreciated, you made a difference here

[@brandonseyfried1251]

Heroes aren't supposed to die like this. The world still needs him.

[@josephshulman4330]

So we'll said !!!

[@melaniepool9455]

That is amazing they let him go out in honor how beautiful. To many amazing people are dying from cancer and it's heart breaking, my father a great man passed September 15th from stage 4 terminal pancreatic and liver cancer he fought good and hard for 3 months R.I.P daddy I love and miss you so much ❤️

[@30lindam]

Oh, I am so sorry for your loss of your Dad. Hugs.

[@rae6159]

Im so sorry for Your Daddy sweetie. Love from Scotland ❤️ My Daughters lost their Dad last yr. Not to cancer tho heart failure 😢

[@aaronbensi9723]

Hi.. Lost my father too to that disease. 3 months then gone. May they be in a beautiful place now.

[@rae6159]

@@aaronbensi9723 Im so sorry for your loss Sweetie 😔 Sending healing, love and light to You and All Your Family 🙏💖 Your Dad will be watching down on You All and taking Care the Best he can. Healing love 🙏 My Daughters Dad actually over came cancer 😔 Then had a Massive Heart Attack 💔

[@aaronbensi9723]

Thank you. 😘

[@elisestokes6961]

Had a big cry about this....made me challenges seem so small. The honour they have him was beautiful.

[@xoloft2010]

I 😢cant stop crying 😭 it touched my soul & the immense support he got was beyond beautiful 😍

[@tammytellez3481]

It is the hardest thing I’ve ever been through,holding my very strong Daddy as cancer took him away,so painful. Just watching this made me cry.. You and your family are in my prayers,God bless you. It really touched me when you held the hands of fellow first responders ,all of you knowing what’s next….

[@KiwikimNZ]

Me too. I just lost my daddy last year. It’s horrible to see the ravages of cancer on the one man in your life who was strong and billet proof for so many years. It’s tough isn’t it. Hugs x

[@meganthursby2002]

@@KiwikimNZ so sorry for your loss

[@robertbyington7715]

The significance of true friendship in our time of absolute need; may we all be so lucky!!!

[@patriciamurashige6879]

Soooo touching… this guy going out with dignity his fiancé and dog… so brave and positive! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheRowdyRudy]

Thank you for your service sir, you'll never be forgotten.

[@paulatristan8189]

I'm in tears😥 when I seen the salute that was given to Mr. Frank Nunez. Thank you for your service sir and for transporting people in your ambulance. Now it's your turn to be transported into heaven where God needs you🙏🏼🙌🏼👑 Many blessing's to you on your spiritual travel Mr. Frank Nunez, it was a pleasure to have had you on this earth to do the work your heart❤️ was called for. God bless your soul🕯️🙏🏼💕

[@karap2825]

As a daughter of a fire chief. Let me say brother you're life here will never be forgotten. May your transition be peaceful and quiet. And for his fiance, hold tight never give up. We are all 1 firefighter family

[@WornoutRNPARAMEDIC]

I was a medic for some years in the southeast USA. I just happened across this video. This guy must have been super special to have all this respect and attention as he took his ride to his house.

[@lilgeorge34]

The way the other firefighters showed him respect saluting him touched my heart.

[@TealBarbecue535_Gaming]

Thank you for your service you will never be forgotten for all the lives you have saved throughout your career Rest easy brother

[@psychedforlife7176]

Let's all do a random act of kindness in his honor. It's so sad to see good people go knowing what kind of evil walks among us. Yet we know he is going home to a better place where that evil doesn't exist. God bless him and his fiance, and the dog too.

[@kathyshea2444]

Well said..

[@wadeS6366]

I did not know that was his fiance..... This was the last video of the evening ( for me to watch). I'm balling, but grateful to have had a moment with Mr. Nunez.

[@angelaknight226]

Thank you for your service. I am writing today from South Jersey with tears running down my face. God bless those you left behind!!!

[@bobbyd224]

Great show of respect he must have been a great man

[@BillBlast7372]

****THIS IS A SMALL, SHORT GLIMPSE INTO SOMETHING CALLED "BROTHERHOOD".......**** thru laughter, love, hurt, pain, fighting, winning, losing, needing, giving & on & on & on....STAY STRONG SIR & TO ALL THE OTHERS IN THIS FAMILY!!!

[@debrawright9451]

This is so heartbreaking to watch. Sending prayers to you and your fiance and family, I pray that God walks with you.

[@chicanasjourney2205]

Brought me to tears. Thank you for your service may God keep you in his glory. From Houston Tx sending my prayers for you and your family.

[@misty8301]

Thank you for your Service! This is so Beautiful! Crying like a baby over here❣

[@RealStreetNews100]

Thank u for your service 🙏🙏🙏This brought tears to my eyes cancer always take the best ones 😢😢😢😢💔💔

[@rayharris7867]

As a Cancer Survivor these stories always does something to my soul

[@DadLifeGaming]

Thank you for your service and all the people you helped. 🙏

[@dianewilson4779]

This was a precious video !!! How my heart aches for his wife and family, and also his fellow firefighters that give so much for others !!! We can't understand why things happen as they do, but someday we will understand - May God bless !!!

[@LAURIEOHIOLPN]

May the journey from here on out be full of peace, grace, & comfort him, his Family & The Fire Department. God bless and be with you all! 🚒 👨‍🚒 ♥️ 🐕

[@typhoonjenkins8330]

Wow, this made my tear up. Thanks you for your service sir. May God Bless you, your family, your friends, and all our wonderful first responders.

[@katiemilady197]

The respect shown here is unmatched. RIP and thank you so very much for your service, Sir. 🙏❤

[@bettysmith4527]

Ok, I guess I needed a good cry this am... Poor guy, may he enjoy his time at home with his family, and his dog, and when the time comes rest easy.

[@Tamu095]

Thank you for your service! You are in my prayers!!

[@cassied8892]

This video made me cry. Thank you for helping out everybody. Sending prayers and love.

[@keithmayhew2161]

The love & support from everyone was overwhelming.It's tough watching this.Because,he or she may have known someone who may have had cancer..Thank you for your service Sir..I,hand salute you..May,you have a peaceful journey.Also,Thank you for being a compassionate person not just for your family and friends.But,for complete strangers..May,peace & blessings be upon your family & friends..God bless..🙏🙏

[@tammymcmanus3546]

Thank you for your service., this brought me to tears.. As a granddaughter of a firefighter… I am so grateful for you men and women every single day.. you guys are my true hero’s. You guys put your life on the lines for us every single day.. and I can’t thank you enough.. I hope you are resting easy up there. You will never be forgotten.. thank you again for your incredible services 💔🙏🏼❤️🖤❤️💔🙏🏼

[@michelletrimmer6750]

So much love and respect shown to their brother. They have his 6. Brought tears to my eyes that ran hard down my face. God speed to him. Lots of strength to his fiance and pup

[@emilywiebel3238]

Thank you for your hard work in your community and dedicating your life to helping others. This was heart breaking and also so beautiful to see him being honored as he left the hospital. Then his dog hoping in the ambulance with him. That was when I lost my struggle of keeping the tears from rolling down my face.

[@tracygabrielson6933]

Thank you for your service! What an amazing person!!

[@robertmahoney5523]

I've was a firefighter for 5 years, but in those 5 years I've seen to many of our brothers and sisters go. It hurts every time I hear another firefighter has passed, knowing full well of the pain it has on their families and fellow crews. Many don't even get to say their goodbyes, but at least you have that opportunity and the amount of support you have is beyond grateful. I wish you a peaceful journey and that you rest easy, you certainly earned it brother. We'll take it from here.

[@monicacornejo7472]

Blessings and peace to him and his beautiful family. ❤️

[@anbrdari]

So emotional. Thank you for your dedication and service. Prayers to you, your family & friends. ❤🙏🦮

[@traciewillett4677]

Prayers for him, his fiance and his dog and family. Thank you for your service

[@BlueDotRedSea]

Speechless... I cannot even think of anything to write other than bless this beautiful soul who fought to save lives and then had to fight for his own. May he and his family be surrounded by angels of light and mercy to help ease the pain and suffering of this situation.

[@AmericaVoice]

I am a Paramedic and a Former Fire Chief and this is priceless!!

[@2ndhandSue]

What an honor guard! I think there is an amazing bond amongst firemen. In a job which requires everyone watching out for everyone else's backs, that closeness and mutual respect comes naturally to these colleagues. I wish all workplaces could have this environment. God bless this man's family.

[@rondakroth3199]

Courage to the family...may God comfort you 💖🙏

[@christygarza2824]

the sacrifice that these men know they take as being firefighters knowing there chances or developing cancer while also risking their lives just shows the love and passion they have for people! I pray for this family that they find healing through this difficult time!

[@matchacoco]

Praying for you, good sir. There’s a special place in the afterlife for heroes like you.❤

[@shachristanhollins8290]

Trying so hard not to cry 😢 😭 he seems so sweet and positive sending hugs and prayers to his family

[@dinky101]

For the people who foolishly take life for granted like it's nothing. Take a long hard look. This person would do anything to stay and live a full life with the life you so carelessly throw away.

[@lenabeans]

Hoping he lives his remaining days with happiness, laughter, and love surrounded by his family and dog :)

[@cathyrodriguez1755]

So heart broken and peace with what they all did for him. Brave family

[@lancebroshar5818]

Thank you to all retired and active Fire Fighters for your wonderful service. God bless each of you and your families. This was a very touching video.

[@KiwikimNZ]

My father in law was the was Regional Fire Commander (NZ) for many years and I understand the brotherhood which exists within the Fire service. I’m also a nurse and this touched me deeply. Tears escaped my eyes in rivers. I wish this hero a safe journey to his next adventure with the angels. Thank you for your service Sir. I hope you are relieved to be home where you feel comfortable and at peace. Much love to you xx Hugs to his colleagues and family

[@kathymolloy5411]

Thank you for your service. May God bless you and your family 🙏😥❤

[@AmyMiller-wl4dq]

Oh my goodness! This got me in the feels bad!! 😭😭😭 God bless him, his fiance, and both of his families! 💙💙💙

[@yeahno6053]

My mother was diagnosed with cancer week before covid . Bless you guys. It's been so hard . But this put smile on my face . What a strength he had to him aye ?

[@jeannemarcinek4575]

Prayers are to this man, his wife and kids. Add the four legged baby and all the firefighters out there. As you walk through the gate you will be greeted by a love one. The smell is so awesome like a breath of fresh clean crisp mountain air and all the wild flowers surrounding. You will feel such a peace and will not be in pain anymore, you will drift off to sleep. Until you meet the bright light that is so intense and the warmth of God's love surrounds you. Blessings to you all.

[@heidijohannes4271]

And then what happens after the bright light? This is an honest question

[@carolhutchinson7763]

@@heidijohannes4271: You meet your relatives and friends who died before you. After that I don't know. I just know I died and came back as a newborn baby. I talked about it as a child. I think that can be either a choice or a sentence.

[@M8kmecry]

I can't.....tears are pouring down my face right now. Thank you for your service to your community, for the care and love that I know you put into every moment of your time there. You are loved and appreciated. To your wife, thank you for sharing your husband with us, and allowing us to be a part of this moment. I wish I could give you a hug. Remember It's ok to not be the strong one all the time, and that you need to let others help and take care of you as well. Thank you for your dedication to this man. I'm so sorry that this is happening. I'm thinking of you tonite all the way in Peoria Arizona. 10/05/22 @ 10:04pm

[@philquinton777]

Powerful. The measure of this man was demonstrated by those he worked with. And it was awesome. I pray our Father keeps all of them in His thoughts as He holds this man in His warm, loving embrace.

[@survivalist81]

Thank you for all you have sacrificed and for your service. You are my brother and I will continue to pray for you!!! I will leave you with the final words that my mom never failed to say during her battle with cancer, “God’s Got This.”

[@kelleyrancher]

Kudos to you and remember Miracles are always possible

[@debikierstead9218]

Yes that's what I say thank You so much for your service and God bless you and your family

[@joannepiatte4026]

So sweet and sad at the same time. Thank you sir for your service. You must be an amazing person for God to want you so soon. He only takes the best. Love from California.

[@31Alden]

How incredibly moving. Godspeed as you embark on your next journey. Thank you for your brave service.

[@suzannemoffitt137]

Thank you for you service. May you live in eternal peace.

[@tabithahoward6621]

Wow how beautiful was that to honor him like that. So awesome