Excerpts from the ChicagoTribune.com:
The annual memorial service was held at the Elgin Fire Barn No. 5 Museum Saturday morning (5/7/16).
A memorial is held each year to remember those who have served area communities and passed away in the previous year as well as to honor Illinois firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty over the previous year.
Bartlett, Carpentersville, East Dundee, Elgin, Hampshire, Hanover Park, Hoffman Estates, Pingree Grove, Rutland, South Elgin, Streamwood, and West Dundee fire departments participated. Illinois State Fire Marshall Matt Perez was the keynote speaker.
The ceremony included an honor guard with a bell ringing for each person who has passed away. The bell signifies a firefighter has been called back to quarters and to rest.
thanks Dan
