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“Reflecting on my own career, I cringe at the memory of thinking that a dirty helmet and structural firefighting gear was a badge of honor. I was wrong, and I wish I had known better.” The above statement rings so many bells, that the mere thought brings back the smokey smell and the residue from the by-products of combustion on one’s hands. … Read More

Firefighter Walter Stephenson – 23 Aug 1941 ~ 15 Aug 2024 Passed suddenly after a lengthy illness at his home in Woodland Beach on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Walt Stephenson in his 83rd year, leaves behind his beloved wife Elaine. Loving Grandfather of, Steven (Melissa) Howe and Deborah (Matt) See. Proud Great-Grandfather of Scarlett and Sydney Howe, and Aaron and … Read More

Passing of Retired Captain David Roberts September 1 st1940 ~ July 2nd, 2024 Sadly, we have been notified of the passing of retired York Fire Department Captain David Roberts at the age of 75 years young. Dave was retired as Fire Chief of Cookstown (Innisfil) and former City of York (Toronto) Captain. Brother Roberts was truly a one-of-a-kind guy who … Read More

Passing of Retired Firefighter Trevor Harris ~ February 4th, 1943 ~ August 13th, 2024 We have been notified of the passing of retired firefighter Trevor Harris on Tuesday, August 13th, 2024, at the age of 81 years young. Brother Harris was hired on December 2, 1966, and retired after 21 years of service on December 10th, 1987. Trevor was a … Read More

Funeral Information For DC Robert Lembke Retired TFS – Former TFD (L-113) Robert Lembke – 10 April 1951 – 10 August 2024 We are sad to announce the passing of Retired District Chief Robert Lembke at the age of 73. Brother Lembke started with the Toronto Fire Department on December 1st,1975 and retired after 32 years of service on May … Read More

Funeral Information For Captain Edward “Ford” Sisson Retired Scarborough L626 Ford Sisson (#191) – May 12, 1935 ~ August 6, 2024 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Dad. He passed suddenly Tuesday, August 6th at the ripe age of 89 years/trips around the sun. He often said he had never been bored and had been … Read More

Funeral Information For Firefighter Jeffrey Otto, Retired Toronto Fire Services Jeffrey Otto – July 13th, 1963 – Aug 4th, 2024 Sadly, we were notified of the passing of our retired brother firefighter Jeffrey Otto. Jeff passed suddenly on Sunday, August 4th at the age of 61 while at the Friends for Life Bike Rally. Brother Otto started with Toronto Fire … Read More