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Westfield Fire Department Honors Members Who Passed in the Month of November
November 01, 2025 | NEW JERSEY
Courtesy of Westfield Fire Department, Correspondent
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The Westfield Fire Department solemnly remembers the members who passed away during the month of November throughout the department’s history. Their service, dedication, and sacrifice remain a lasting part of the department’s legacy.
Remembering Our Fallen Members:
- Luther M. Whitaker – November 7, 1911
- John H. Nestor – November 6, 1912
- J.N.F. Keppler – November 13, 1913
- Charles E. Burns – November 11, 1916
- Hiram L. Fink – November 4, 1925
- Paul Q. Oliver – November 29, 1939
- William H. Barrow – November 14, 1941
- A. Schmidt – November 1959
- R. Snyder – November 1962
- J.T. Brady – November 11, 1963
- Ralph Berse – November 3, 1970
- Rudolph Jahn – November 22, 1975
- S. Baker – November 11, 1989
- J. Testa – November 24, 2024
These individuals served their community with honor, courage, and commitment. Their contributions have shaped the department’s history and continue to inspire those who carry the tradition forward.
Gone but not forgotten.
Courtesy of Westfield Fire DepartmentCorrespondent
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