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The Houston mayor's office released a statement saying the four firefighters were killed Friday after a blaze broke out at the Southwest Inn. The local medical examiner's office says three victims died at the scene, while the fourth died at a hospital.
Five others were injured and are hospitalized for chest pains or leg injuries.
The blaze broke out just after noon Friday at a restaurant and club at the motel along U.S. 59, one of Houston's most heavily traveled expressways. Flames spread to the motel and were shooting from the roof before firefighters extinguished the blaze about two hours later.
The fire's cause hasn't been released.
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253 Entries
debora
June 10, 2013
SADED,TO HEAR ABOUT. OUR FIREFIGHTERS, MAY you all rest in peace.
Margaret Mika
June 6, 2013
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with all the families in the loss of these 4 hero firefighters. May they all rest in peace and may you find some comfort in their memories.
Thanks to all the firefighters for all they do for the people of Houston.
Margaret Mika and Family
Lee Rowell
June 5, 2013
God Bless All Our Firefighters! God Bless the friends and family that lost their families. Our thoughts are with you. Sending hugs and love to all for our grave loss.God Bless our firefighters!
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Darcy Smith
June 5, 2013
My deepest condolences to the Houston FD, along with the families and friends of the fallen. May they rest in peace.
The Howell Family
June 5, 2013
My prayers are with the families and the community
laura odom
June 5, 2013
God bless everyone affected by this tragedy. One for all, and all for one. R.I.P.....
Donna Eagen
June 4, 2013
God bless the families of these heroes.
Tracy McLaughlin
June 4, 2013
to all the firefighters......thank you, for every thing you do.....or done!
Mary David - EMT
June 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Houston FD, all the firefighters families. May God Bless and hold them all tight in his comforting arms.
My heart goes out to everyone, and my prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Cooper Family
June 4, 2013
I send my sincerest condolences to such brave men and women that work in the fire department. Please rest assured the families are in my prayers. “Like a man whom his own mother keeps comforting, so I myself shall keep comforting you people.”—Isaiah 66:13.
Warm regards,
Jill Eisnaugle
June 4, 2013
Bravest of the Brave by Jill Eisnaugle
The Lord looked down from Heaven and He saw the fiery blaze
His bravest children called to serve within a smoke-filled haze
Their duty made Him very proud, but something was not right
The heat had become much to bear; the winds were far from light
And yet, He watched, a Father touched; such courage on display
As other servants stood close by to bow their heads and pray
The water poured, as firefighters battled every flame
But, on this day, the fire proved too tough for four to tame
The Lord so quickly ushered these brave souls through Heaven's Door
Assuring them a sacred place of safety, evermore
Although we pause to mourn their loss, our lives are richly blessed
Because the fearlessness they showed exemplifies the best
In HFD's most somber hour, we find a sense of peace
Four truly special angels now reach down from clouds of fleece
And hold us in their warm embrace, each moment of our days
Their selfless acts for mankind's good in memories, always
The Lord looked down from Heaven as the fire fully raged
He saw the sense of struggle and the battle that was waged
He watched true heroism, unfolding at every turn
And from this darkest hour, there are lessons we will learn
Four of HFD's finest have answered their last alarm
They now reside in Heaven, free of suffering and harm
Left behind is their legacy; the lives each helped to save
Ever etched in our memories; the bravest of the brave
With thoughts, prayers and sympathies in this difficult time, Jill
North East Joint Fire District/Webster Volunteer Fire Department
North East Joint Fire Dist. Webster Vol. Fire Dept.
June 4, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your department, your firefighters and your entire community. Our hearts are broken and we grieve by your side. Having just lost two of of our own (West) Webster Firefighters on Christmas Eve, we know all too well the heartache and sorrow your entire community is feeling. May the comforting support of people around the globe be your guidance to get you through this difficult time.
Samantha Downs
June 4, 2013
This is for the families that lost their loved ones! May you find peace in God comfort and love.
Samantha Downs
June 4, 2013
You are the heroes that so many of us over look! You have done amazing work over the years and now you are with our Heavenly Father whom brought you home to be with him after all the work you have done for him! May God keep your families safe and comfort them at this time of need! For all the fire fighters whom are still out there, God bless you for all the work you do in saving others as you put your lives on the line, because you have a compassionate heart and love for mankind!
Lane Family
June 4, 2013
YOU ARE MY HEROES..fighting for other people, whether you know them or not, you put your life on the line to SAVE a life..God has you with Him now, you are now longer suffering, you have been Blessed, I hope there are such gracious people on Earth helping your family..Love & Keep you!!
Mary Smith
June 3, 2013
Everyday I ask our Lord to protect and bless all first responders everywhere. Now I ask Him to comfort the families, brother and sister firefighters and friends of our four heroes.
The Earland Family
June 3, 2013
I am sending sympathy and prayers and letting you know my heart goes out to the families that loss their loved ones at this time of sadness. With Deepest Sympathy! (John 3:16)
Such a sad time. No words can comfort the families of the heroes but I know God will carry them thru.
Joan West
June 3, 2013
Minister McStella Hinds
June 3, 2013
May God Bless,comfort & heal each and every family member.
Karen Clayton
June 3, 2013
My condolences to all of the families of the fallen firepersons. Be strong, be steadfast.
June 3, 2013
Asking God's blessings and prayers for the families and friends of the 4 brave fire fighters. God's unconditional love and mercy will see you through this difficult time.
Debra Nichols
June 3, 2013
Thank you for all you did for others during your time here on Earth. Prayers of comfort for your families.
June 3, 2013
My condolences to the friends and family of these firefighters. May God's Word strengthen you through this difficult time.
susan brogen
June 3, 2013
prayers to the families of these firefighters and to all the brave first responders.
Cynthia
June 3, 2013
My hesrtfelt sympathy to all the Familes of these Loved Ones. May God give you strength and Grace to know.he will never leave you nor forsake you..Much prsyers.
ella johnson
June 3, 2013
my thoughts and prayers for risking your life. RIP
Susan Thomas
June 3, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan Fehrman Garcia
June 3, 2013
Thank You Heroes. God Bless.
June 3, 2013
my condolences goes to the family.
Family from Philadelphia
June 3, 2013
All taken too soon,doing what they loved and sacrificing their lives for others. You were angels in life,and we know you will be watching over your loved ones being their guardian angels from above.With gratitude to all of you and with deepest sympathy to your families.God bless all of you and your families.
Cindy Neal
June 2, 2013
God Speed Fire Angels. You Will Be Missed But Never Forgotten. Thought's And Prayers Go Out To All The Family's. Take Care Of Our Brother's From The West Explosion. Rest In Peace
Cindy Neal EMT-I
Lake Whitney EMS
Brenda Toussaint Harrell
June 2, 2013
SINCERE PRAYERS, SYMPATHY, AND EMPATHY FOR THE CIRCLE OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND ALL FIREFIGHTERS. I LOVE AND APPRECIATE YOU ALL!!!
June 2, 2013
Please know that our prayers are with each of the families of these courageous men and women. Blessings from the Lowery Family.
Pat and Butch
Firefighter Paramedic
June 2, 2013
Rest in peace, brothers. We've got the watch from here. Just keep an eye on us from above, OK?
Schumeka Hart
June 2, 2013
My prayers is going out to the fallen firefighters and their families. Your work has been done here.
Susan Lichenstein-Evans
June 2, 2013
In memory of: Firefighter EMT Robert Garner: a true hero you were. Now an angel in heaven still doing what you loved, protecting. So young, only 29....but you gave the ultimate sacrifice . I grew up with your Dad & your Aunts & I know how proud Jerry is of you. So you rest now. Your job has been well done :) To God be the glory.
June 2, 2013
My heart goes out to all the families who have lost dear loved in this terrible incident. May you seek comfort and peace in the God of all comfort at this difficult time.
Mary - Park Forest, IL
Paula Pete
June 2, 2013
Prayers go out to all the families.
L. Woodruff
June 2, 2013
RIP YOU ALL ARE HEROS. MAY GOD PROTECT ALL YOUR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS, THE WAY YOU ALL DID OURS.
CR
June 2, 2013
My sincerest and heartfelt sympathy to the famiies, friends, and fellow firefighters. May God bless and comfort you now and in the days to come.
A A
June 2, 2013
My deepest sympathies goes out to the families of all the victims. May you all take comfort in our Heavenly Father 's wonderful promises of hope and peace. Romans 15:4
T J Jordan:::::":firefighter"
June 2, 2013
My family & I are sorry for your loss. May god be with you all.
June 2, 2013
Our prayers and our thanks. Maria and Ed, Englewood, FL
Charlene Bailey - Goodman
June 2, 2013
Condolences from the Family of deceased Asbury Park N.J. Firefighter Charles E. Bailey
Dianne
June 2, 2013
My heart goes our to the family those weren't just firefighters those were heros and they gave everything in the name of heroic so ill keep the familys in prayer.
Jessie Taylor
June 2, 2013
I know very well the life of a firefighter. They are all Hero's. My prayers and thoughts are with their families, and their firefighter buddies.
Alma Sasser
June 2, 2013
God bless them! They lost their lives trying to save others. I have no doubt their souls will rest in paradise forever!
June 2, 2013
Offering my deepest condolences during this difficult time, I'm so very sorry for your loss, death is something we are never prepared for, but please find comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be no more.
June 2, 2013
May God grant Eternal Life to those who so bravely gave their own lives for the safety of others. My thoughts and prayers are for the families and all brave firefighters.
D. Williams
June 2, 2013
RIP to the Hero's who loss their life.
ronnie browning
June 2, 2013
iam so sorry to hear about this but not now they are all with god now god lovesyou they will be missed thanks for saving everybody life
Mary Hyatt
June 2, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 2, 2013
my prayers to the families from ocala,fla my son is a fireman and every story touches home for me gods strenghth to you all
Nicole Green
June 2, 2013
Prayers go out to all the families that lost a loved one.
Michael Castoreno
June 2, 2013
I want to take this time to say thank you for your bravery for your love for others and inspite of danger you go without hesitation to save lives my heart and prayers go out to the families and friends of the firefighters who have passed god bless you
D. Chihanick
June 2, 2013
All "HEROES" go to Heaven.
Rosie McNaughton
June 2, 2013
So very sorry to hear of the death of these brave firefighters. Praying for those who were injured.
Mamie Banks
June 2, 2013
My prayers are with you at this sad time .GOD BLESS
June 2, 2013
God bless you and your loved ones ~ Thank you for your service to others. Rest in peace.
R Rose
June 2, 2013
Our deepest condolences to the families, friends and coworkers of your four Fallen Firefighters. Hoping for speedy recoveries of the injured members also...Kingston Fire & Rescue L498
June 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the brothers who gave their all so others could be saved. Remember, they did what they loved and all their brother / sister firefighters will honor them by their duty. A retired/disabled Syracuse FireFighter.
Glenda Mondragon
June 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of these brave firefighters.
Terrel Jamett Clark
June 2, 2013
Sorry for the loss of the super hero's. God bless them and all the family and co-worker's.
TINA MARIE
June 2, 2013
Praying for the families of firefighters that lost their lives trying to save others.praying from cypress tx
Josephine S. Carmona
June 2, 2013
May God bless and comfort the families of all the brave firefighters who lost their lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the families and the entire Houston Fire Department for their loss.
marilyn finley
June 2, 2013
Robert Garner family,I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Robert. I can only emagine what your going through. May God Bless your Families n Friends give them strength to get through this. My Prayers are with each of you.
June 2, 2013
Rest in peace, brothers , and sister. A job well done, now we will take it from here.... Richard Acosta, Captain, San Antonio Fire Dept. Ret.
TW Dancy
June 1, 2013
God be with you as you grieve this un-speakable loss of our fine firefighters.
JOHN O. GOFF
June 1, 2013
I AM TERRIBLY SADDENED TO LEARN OF THE LOSS OF
FOUR VERY BRAVE FIREFIGHTER...I HAVE SEVERAL FIRE FIGHTERS IN MY FAMILY AND WORRY ABOUT THEM EACH DAY AND YET I REALIZE THAT THIS IS THEIR VOCATION. POLICE AND FIREMEN ,THE FINE LINE.
MY THOUGHTS A PRAYERS GO OUT TOO ALL FIREFIGHTER
AND POLICE.. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE
REST IN PEACE GENTLEMAN. A JOB WELL DONE.
"A LIFE THAT TOUCHES THE HEARTS OF OTHERS GOES ON FOREVER.
Mildred Ratliff
June 1, 2013
May God comfort the families of the fallen fire fighter's and there 2nd family the Houston Fire Department during this very difficult time. May God shower you all with his unconditional love and many safe blessings!
++After Life Silence has many reasons+++
Victoria Escobedo/Valdez
June 1, 2013
June 1, 2013
Prayers are with the family and every brother of the 4 lost and 5 injured. From your brothers at Grays Creek 24 in Fayetteville North Carolina.
Jeanie Harper
June 1, 2013
Feeling sad for the families and fellow firefighters
Michele Artigliere
June 1, 2013
I am sorry for the lost of the firemen.
Local 1328 President
June 1, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with our Brothers and Sisters of the Houston Fire Department, from your Brothers at Local 1328, Quinte West ON, Canada.
Eric and Mary Schmidt
June 1, 2013
May God bless all of you. The families that have lost their loved one are in our prayers.
Cheryl Bean
June 1, 2013
I am so sorry for this terrible loss. Not even the Woodway Sq. apartment fire of 1979 lost four lives. This is an awful tragedy and reminds us all how dangerous the work of a fireman can be. Prayers for everyone involved.
Mark Marvin
June 1, 2013
Condolences to my two favorite neighborhood Houston Fire Houses. God Bless the Houston Fire Department and the families of those lost. R.I.P.
Nia
June 1, 2013
The Firefighter's Prayer
When I am called to duty, God, whenever flames may rage
Give me strength to save some life, whatever be its age.
Help me embrace a little child before it is too late
Or save an older person from the horror of that fate.
Enable me to be alert and hear the weakest shout,
And quickly and efficiently to put the fire out.
I want to fill my calling and to give the best in me,
To guard my every neighbor and protect his property.
And if, according to my fate, I am to lose my life;
Please bless with your protecting hand
my children and my wife.
With neverending gratitude!! to all the brave men, and women who are Angels on a Red Truck!!
Author Unknown
Ms "GG" Bigrigg
June 1, 2013
Heartfelt condolences to the families of the four firefighters. May our Lord give you all the strength and courage to endure the horrific loss. May they
REST IN PEACE.
Ms GG Bigrigg
a fellow Texan
June 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the four firefighters killed in the fire, their families, and the HFD family. May God bless all of you with comfort and peace,especially for the difficult days ahead.
Amelia Shallcross
June 1, 2013
My condolences to Houston fire dept. and all families and friends of the four fallen firefighters. May you find true comfort in God's loving arms in your time of grief and know that he will always be with you and he will never leave you, he truly is the healer of the broken hearted.
Betty Bruce
June 1, 2013
May God give peace and comfort to the firefighters families..God's love be with you all.
Carol Campbell
June 1, 2013
Such a sad day for Houston and the rest of the nation.
The Mattick Family
June 1, 2013
Our Deepest Condolences to the four brave fallen Firefighters (Heroes), their families, friends, and brothers and sisters of the Houston Texas Fire Dept. May you find peace and comfort by holding on to all your treasured memories. Blessings to you all and to all the brave Firefighters everywhere!
JOANNE DRESSLER
June 1, 2013
RIP HEROS!!
Virginia Williams LPN
June 1, 2013
I am so very loss for the loss you have suffered.. God bless all of you at this very sad time. Thank you to all the firefighters ...Praying for all of you.
Gwendolyn Elliott
June 1, 2013
To the HFD family and each individual family of the fallen: Please know that the Lord is near the broken hearted and he saves the crushed in spirit. You have my deepest and heartfelt sympathy.
The Carey Family
June 1, 2013
To all the family's & friend's that loss their loved ones, our hearts go out to you from New York State. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in knowing other's care & share your loss @ this most difficult time. God bless you all.
S Daniels
June 1, 2013
My condolences go out to the families of the brave and fallen fire fighters. May the God of peace strengthen and comfort you during this difficult time.
June 1, 2013
To the families of the "4 BRAVE HEREOS" I'm so very sorry for the loss of your beloved. You are all in my prayers & may God give you HIS inner loving peace, comfort & strength to endure! God bless you & hold you in HIS loving arms....With christian love & prayers from KS.
Mary Ann Brewer Whitson
June 1, 2013
No words can express the sorrow this tragedy brings to so many. God bless the families who suffer this horrendous loss.
Wendy Packard
June 1, 2013
May the Lord an Angels guide you and your families thru this difficult time. God Bless all the brave firefighters.
Sarah Purvis
June 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and to fire departments during this. May God wrap His loving arms around each you and provide only the peace and comfort that comes from our Lord Jesus Christ.
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