Captain Leo Fransen Obituary, Cherished Member Of NSW Rural Fire Service Has Died

Publish date: 2024-05-09
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Captain Leo Fransen Obituary, Death – Yesterday afternoon, tragedy struck the firefighting community as Captain Leo Fransen, a dedicated and enthusiastic member of the Diamond Beach Rural Fire Brigade, lost his life while battling the Hudson Fire in the Walgett LGA. The incident occurred when he was struck by a tree during the team’s first day of deployment in the small mining community of Glengarry. Captain Fransen’s fellow crew members acted swiftly, providing immediate treatment until ambulance paramedics arrived.

Despite their efforts and the subsequent transportation to the Lightning Ridge health facility, Captain Fransen, unfortunately, succumbed to his injuries. Captain Leonardus Jacobus Fransen had been a stalwart member of the Diamond Beach Rural Fire Brigade since 2010. His commitment and enthusiasm for firefighting made him a respected life member. The news of his untimely death will undoubtedly have a profound impact on his brigade, district, and the broader Rural Fire Service (RFS) family.

The RFS is rallying around Captain Fransen’s family during this difficult time, offering support to his wife Margaret, daughter Julia, son Paul, and extended family.  The loss of Captain Fransen is not only a personal tragedy but a poignant reminder of the inherent dangers faced by firefighters in their daily service to the community. The entire RFS community mourns the loss of Captain Fransen, recognizing his ultimate sacrifice as a testament to the courage and dedication exhibited by firefighters every day. His memory will endure as an inspiration to his fellow brigade members and serve as a somber reminder of the risks associated with their noble profession. In the face of this tragedy, the RFS remains united, providing solace and support to Captain Fransen’s grieving family and colleagues as they navigate this challenging time.

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