We Mourn the Loss of Hopelawn Ex-Chief Bruce Turcotte |
| By Deputy Chief Brian Bennett | |
| March 6, 2012 | |
| A January 19th structure fire at 33 Jefferson Street in the Menlo Park Terrace section had tragic consequences. Hopelawn Ex-Chief Bruce Turcotte, who responded to the scene on Rescue 8 as part of the Rapid Intervention Crew, suffered a heart attack and died in the line of duty while operating on scene. Bruce was the senior member of the Hopelawn Engine Company #1, having joined the fire company in 1974. Bruce was also a life member of the Woodbridge Township Fire Officers Association and served as a Mutual Ad Coordinator for many years. The Iselin Volunteer Fire Company #1 offers our sincere condolences to Bruce's family including wife Janet, daughter Catherine, and sons Brian and Michael. |
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