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VIDEO: Huizenga Honors the Life, Service, and Memory of Paw Paw Firefighter Ethan Quillen
Washington,
March 9, 2023
Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI), spoke on the floor of the U.S. House to honor the service and sacrifice of fallen Paw Paw Firefighter Ethan Quillen. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and service of Lt. Ethan Quillen. On Wednesday, February 22nd, volunteer firefighter Ethan Quillen responded to a downed powerline call during a severe ice storm that swept through his hometown of Paw Paw, Michigan. He acted so many other volunteer firemen around the country. His incredible life of service was tragically ended in the line of duty when a falling tree struck a high-voltage powerline that he was standing under. Ethan had volunteered at the fire department since 2019, eventually working his way to lieutenant. He was a father, a husband, a Marine Corps veteran, and a hero. A hero who consistently put the well-being of his fellow Americans and Paw Paw neighbors over himself, while asking for nothing in return. On behalf of the people of Paw Paw, Michigan, the 4th Congressional District, the State of Michigan, and our nation, I recognize and thank Ethan for his service, his sacrifice, and pray for blessings and peace for his family. |