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Saturday, December 20, 2008

LAFD: Off duty death - Captain John E. Lawrence

Firefighters Mourn the Passing of Captain John E. Lawrence

The men and women of the Los Angeles Fire Department welcome you to join firefighters and friends of the LAFD on Saturday, December 20, 2008 in celebrating the life of Captain John E. Lawrence, who passed away unexpectedly while off duty.

Memorial Service:
Saturday,December 20, 2008
10:00 AM
LAFD Air Operations/Fire Station 114
16617 Arminta Street
Van Nuys, California 91406

Interment: Immediately following the Memorial Service
Oakwood Memorial Park
22601 Lassen Street
Chatsworth, California 91311

Reception To Follow:
Los Angeles Fire Department
Fire Station 28
11641 Corbin Avenue
Porter Ranch, California 91326

In Lieu of Flowers, Donations are Kindly Requested:
Los Angeles Firemen's Relief Association
Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund
815 Colorado Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90041

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As seen in the video above, Captain II John E. Lawrence was an active member of the Los Angeles Fire Department on the cusp of retirement. A 34-year LAFD veteran, he was widely respected in the community as well as within the ranks of the Fire Service. He will be greatly missed.

Comments: Are welcome and feel free to leave comments here but additionally The LAFD Blog will be best place for your on-line condolences and are welcome via this comment link at the LAFD Blog
They will be printed and shared with his family.

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AnonymousWednesday, December 31, 2008 12:06:00 AM
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AnonymousMonday, January 05, 2009 3:32:00 AM
You read these things, I think the mood has changed for the better!
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Saturday, December 20, 2008

LAFD: Off duty death - Captain John E. Lawrence

Firefighters Mourn the Passing of Captain John E. Lawrence

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