In Honor of
Mark Davis
In Honor of
Mark Davis
We're very sorry for your loss.
We've posted a link to your memorial page from our stories at:
http://connect.jems.com/forum/topics/new-york-volunteer-emt-shot
and
http://www.firefighternation.com/forum/topics/new-york-volunteer
Dave Iannone, JEMS Magazine
I
would like to say a couple of things about Mark, although I did not know him
that well, he seemed like a very outgoing person. He was always there to talk if
you needed to. He gave his life to help people. I met Mark because of his
younger brother Brandon. Brandon looked up to him just as any younger brother
looked up to his older brother. We will all miss him. His life was ended too
short.
Francis Smith
The Applebee's crew would like to send out our sincerest sympathy for Mark's family, it was very sad to hear of such a violent and shameful tragedy. Mark was a very giving young man with such a promising future we are so sorry for your loss as he will be missed.
Please allow me to introduce myself; I am Terry
Merrell, the Fire Chief of the City of Maplewood Fire Department in Saint Louis
County Missouri. Last July one of my Firefighters, Ryan A. Hummert, was
tragically shot and killed while preparing to extinguish a car fire. It was an
ambush and was cold blooded murder. He had only been with our department for 10
months and was 22 years old.
Please accept my most sincere condolences. This is truly the most difficult time
you and your department will face. Know that our prayers are with you, your
department, and Mark's family. We know what you are going through and know how
incredibly devastated you feel.
I know there is very little anyone can do. Please contact me if you can think of
any assistance I can offer.
Terry J. Merrell, Fire Chief
City of Maplewood Fire Department
Maplewood, MO 63143
The Croghan Fire Department and Ambulance Service would like to send out sincere sympathy to the family and fellow EMT's of Mark Davis. Our department is far enough away that we did not have the chance to work along side of Mark....We think that it is just terrible that such a young and talented life would be taken so soon by someone so careless. We would like to send our condolences to everyone in the department and we know that there is another EMT angel looking upon us.
~Michelle Widrick, Croghan Ambulance Captain~
Mark and TIERS Director Rolly Churchill with TIERS' NYS EMS Agency Of The Year Award at the Vital Signs conference in Buffalo in Fall, 2008.
Brenda Jelley
Thinking of all of you --
Carol Muench
Peggy West
I've known Mark for very many years--he worked for me many years and was a very hard worker and dedicated to what he was doing. And what he choose in life was to help people in times of need. He was like a son to me and would talk to me about personal things. I am very sad about this--he was so young and had a lot to offer to society. It is just so bad that one person...can take someone's life in a instant. Well, I am just in shock .
Love and will miss you Mark.
Gordon and Marcy Richmond
The Brier Hill Fire Dept. in St. Lawrence County would like to give our deepest sympathy to the family of Mark, and also to the Cape Vincent Fire Dept. and TIERS Rescue.
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Chief Shawn Macaulay
Please accept our condolences from the Men and Women of the Spencerport Firemen’s Association and The Spencerport Fire District. It was a heinous and cowardly act. We will hold Mark and his family in our hearts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mike Lobene, President
Spencerport Volunteer Firemen’s
Association
Although it is far too often said, I am so very sorry
for the loss EMT Davis. Please know that the thoughts of emergency workers
throughout the state and the nation are with you and his family.
Nick Kobylensky
AEMT-P
C.V.A.C.
Mark, JCC Paramedic Program Coordinator Jeannine Gomiela, AEMT-P, and childhood friend Joe Jelley, EMT-B, in Buffalo.
Sent By Dave Goetz, Chaplain, Clayton Volunteer Fire Department
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark's family--what a
tragedy. Undoubtedly, this was an exceptional young man who gave of himself
to serve others. May he be borne up on angel's wings.
The Dan Larkin family
Sackets Harbor
To Entire Community of Cape Vincent
My wife and I, Mark's Grandmother and Grandfather, knew of Mark's dedication to
the EMT and paramedic programs and felt he was on a great path for his future.
He was also cognizant of the dangers and willing to take the risks. His
passion for helping people was apparent as a toddler when he was in daycare and
the children would visit the elderly in a senior apartment building. He was a
favorite because he was very comfortable around many frail humans. We will miss
him SO much, to say the least. He had discovered his passion to be a paramedic
and only needed more time to develop his skills. Our sadness will be overcome
by the joy he gave us as our grandson.
Leona and Marshall Davis
Please accept our sincere condolences in this time of sorrow regarding the tragic death of Mark Davis.
I have known Mark for a few years, and he served as a good EMT for Cape Vincent and TIERS. I want to send my sympathy to his family and friends . I want everyone to know that Mark was a big brother to everyone who looked up to him and especially his brother Brandon, who is 17 has followed in his brother's footsteps and maybe one day he will be doing what Mark was doing. Mark died doing what he wanted to do; he died very young and he shouldn't have died.
Mark Davis was the best out there.... Mark: I know you'er in heaven but remember we all are always looking up there and saying why did this happen to you Mark? Why? So I say this: MARK, YOU WILL BE MISSED AND WILL BE IN EVERYONE'S HEART INCLUDING MINE AS A BROTHER. YOU MADE A LOT OF PEOPLE FEEL SPECIAL. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE TO DISCUSS WHAT THEY FELT... R.I.P MARK DAVIS... I WILL MISS U BIG BROTHER.
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I was a good friend of Mark Davis. He's going
to be missed as a relative and a brother and more. It was depressing to
hear that Mark's life was cut short. He was there to talk to; either you
felt good or bad. His sense of humor and smile will be missed the most.
He was a man of his word and a man of his job. I looked up to Mark as a
brother very closely. I wish the best of his family and friends, the
EMTs on Cape Vincent ambulance and firefighters, and at TIERS.
Mark was a very good friend and brother to me
R.I.P Mark Davis Your
angel will be with us forever!!!
Love,
Yavone S. Morgan Thomas
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I've had the great pleasure in not only working with Mark, but having him as one of my close friends.
He was always there when you needed something and willing to help in any way that he could. I know
that he would want us to jump right back on the rig the next time the tones go off and that's what I did
today. I was a little scared jumping right back into it, but after I got to the hospital, I knew that is what
I needed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark's family, friends, and co-workers.
Joe & Samantha Burke
Rochester, NY EMS providers send our sincerest condolences for your loss. May god bless you all.
Jennifer Everett, Gates Ambulance
Mark Davis was a great guy, he always had a great passion for EMS and it was evident in the classroom at the JCC paramedic program. I met Mark when I was an adjunct instructor for the paramedic program, and my daughter often tagged along with me to class. He always made her and myself laugh, and she and I will never forget the special individual that Mark Davis was. We have lost a wonderful person to a senseless tragedy.
Christine Buckley
A brilliant mind and a surely outstanding career has been cut short.
A higher calling has been answered......God Bless Mark Davis.
There are not enough words that can explain Mark. I first met Mark when he came back from Florida to get away from violence. He started out as a cook for Applebees, and had no idea what he wanted to do for his career. I was able to convince Mark to apply at Cape Vincent Fire Dept. He started off as a rider, and after being on the ambulance a few times Mark knew that's what he wanted to do. He later became enrolled in the EMT-B class--he was so excited after all of his classes. He took his practical exam and the state written exam. As days went by Mark checked the mail anxiously awaiting his results. He finally received his EMT card in the mail and he had the biggest smile you can imagine. He found out that he received his EMT card and everyone he knew found out as well.
Mark then started running ambulance calls and
performing care as an EMT. Shortly after he began working at Guilfoyle. I lived
with Mark for a little less than two years with him and his family, and Mark
treated my like a brother. We would have our good times and our fights, which
normally didn't last long, and then we had the times where he would pick on
me--things that big brothers do to little brothers. When I moved out of the
house I didn't get to hang out with him as much I did when we lived together,
but Mark still picked on me and treated me like his little brother. He is very
caring and kind hearted and was the best type of person to be doing what he was
doing. He was there when you needed him and would never turn anyone away in need
of help.
Mark had a thing for helping people, He walked, talked, and breathed EMS 24/7.
He knew, and was reminded over and over again, that he may die in the line of
duty trying to save someone, Mark continued his work as an EMT and went on to
Paramedic school to further himself. Mark gave his life while trying to help
someone.
This is a very tragic loss, we are all asking ourselves why, There is no real
answer to that question. The other day I lost a friend, co-worker, most of all a
brother, BUT WE ALL GAINED A HERO!!!!!!!!!!
Mark-I am going to miss you, your presence will never die and you will forever
be in my heart! I love you!!!!!
Greg McLean
EMT/ Brother
Margaret Cleland
Rest in Peace Mark, You gave the ultimate sacrifice brother, your family. God bless all of those in the CVFD and TIERS Departments you are all in our prayers and thoughts and don’t ever give up on what you’re doing. Thank you for what you all do every day.
Dale Barker, Training Officer
Edwards Rescue Squad
St. Lawrence County N.Y.
To the friends and family of Mark Davis. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carthage/Wilna Fire District
Fire Drivers
Brian Draper
Pete Crump
Allen Mullin
Although
we didn't know Mark Davis, we would like to extend our sympathy and condolences
to his family and friends. He has made the ultimate sacrifice while trying to
help someone. We will be more aware today and in the future responding to calls.
Raymond A. Jones Jr.
Area Manager
Rural/Metro Medical Services
Intermountain Division
Herkimer, NY
To All at
On behalf of myself and all at Hunter Ambulance Inc. I wish to send our condolences to your squads and to Mark's family and friends. Words cannot undo what has being done and a loss like this affects everyone in your communities. Our thoughts are with you during this time.
Dominic C. Heavey
Quality
Management/Staff Development Coordinator
Hunter Ambulance Inc.
Inwood, NY
Please extend our deepest sympathy to your staffs and to Mark's family.
Michael Pitassi
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in
this very difficult time.....
Sincerely,
Kim Vierra
I can only
offer condolences to his family, friends, co-workers, and those he helped during
his career. Any death like this is always felt internationally, within both the
Fire and EMS communities.
Richard C.
Berger, NYSEMT
EMS/Ambulance Chief
Escalon Community Ambulance
Escalon, California
West Valley Fire and Rescue Volunteer Fire
Dept.
Kalispell Montana
Member, Fire
Department New York City Emergency Medical Service Command
Member, New York State Volunteer Ambulance and Rescue Association (District 4
NYC Area)
Member, National
Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
The Ogdensburg Volunteer Rescue Squad in St. Lawrence County would like to send
its deepest condolences to the Family of Mark Davis, TIERS and the Cape Vincent
Fire Dept.
Matt McDonald, Secretary
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mark’s family, friends, and colleagues. This was a senseless act of violence that took the life of a VOLUNTEER who had dedicated his life to helping others. The North Country EMS Program Agency is very proud of all the EMS providers in St. Lawrence, Jefferson and Lewis Counties for their dedication and service to their communities. Please keep up the good work in honor of Mark, who had a passion for EMS and helping others.
I have included a picture of Mark that I took at the Award Banquet during the Vital Signs Conference in October of 2008 in Buffalo NY when Thousand Islands Emergency Rescue Service received NYS EMS Agency of the Year.
Ann M. Smith, Director
North Country EMS Program Agency
Canton, NY
On behalf of the Edwards Volunteer Rescue Squad, our prayers and thoughts are with marks family and friends at the Cape Vincent Volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments.
Reginald
Fountain, AEMT-CC
Squad
Coordinator
Edwards Rescue
I
I didn't know Mark personally, but I knew him through SMC Emergency Room. One could tell he cared deeply for his patients, and the job he was doing. No matter what kind of mood I was in, what kind of night I was having, Mark always managed to make me smile.
Thank you, Mark for making a bad day better with your smile. You will be missed. To his family, friends and EMT workers: my deepest condolences and know my prayers are with you all.
I truly think we were blessed to know and love such a nice young man.
Ronda Aldridge, RN
Samaritan Medical Center ER
On behalf of the paramedics at Ottawa Paramedic Service, I'd like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of EMT Mark Davis and the EMT's, paramedics and firefighters who he served with. It was a senseless and terrible loss to your community to have this happen and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Robert Davidson
Coordinator,
Operations
Ottawa Paramedic
Service
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
First, I am most sorry for your loss and cannot begin to appreciate what this is doing to your community of Responders.
I did not know Mark, although I may have met him on one of my visits to your building. I have come to Clayton for one week every summer for over 30 years and I sometimes stop in at your building to say hi and talk about EMS and how you folks do things. I talk to your crews on the street and while they are doing stand-bys.
I am so sorry for your loss and the loss your community does not yet comprehend in the service that David provided and would have provided through his career. As one who trains and nurtures new people in EMS, this strikes me very hard. The loss to his family is immeasurable. The least wecan do is come and bear witness to his value and our loss.
Yours in
Service,
Tom
Lindtveit
Captain, Company 2
66-2A, EMT, Fire Instructor I
West Hurley Fire and Rescue
Ulster County, NY
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mark's family and friends, from all of us here in upstate New York
We
are all family even if we don't know the person.
Captain
Dale Morgan
MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF
THE DAVIS FAMILY, MARKS CO-WORKERS, FRIENDS, ALL BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF THE
COMMUNITIES HE SERVED AND MOST OF THE FAMILY MEMBERS THAT DID THEIR BEST TO GIVE
HIM ANOTHER CHANCE.
HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. NO
WORDS CAN EXPRESS THE FEELINGS WE ALL HAVE ENDURED THESE LAST FEW DAYS.
WE MAY BE APART BUT YOUR
ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS. WE WILL CONTINUE TO LIVE YOUR DREAM WITH YOU IN OUR HEARTS
AND PRAYERS.
AND FOR OF THE ANGRY
THOUGHTS IN ALL OF US, REMEMBER GOD DOESN'T LIKE UGLY. SO KEEP GOOD THOUGHTS AND
KEEP HIS DREAMS ALIVE.
R.I.P MARK "FATBOY" DAVIS
SINCERELY,
TAMMY GUENET ("LITTLE
GUY"S WIFE)
Wayland,
NY Fire and EMS
MARK
WAS MY HUSBANDS PARTNER FOR MANY DRUM SHIFTS. THE PICTURE I HAVE POSTED IS ONE
OF THE MANY SHIFTS THEY SHARED TOGETHER. THEY WOULD GET READY TO COOK A MEAL,
AND WONDER HOW OR WHAT THEY WERE GOING TO MUSTER UP, MARK SAID HE COULD COOK
ANYTHING ON A FORMAN GRILL, AND INDEED HE DID. HE AND HUBBY HAD FULL COURSE
MEALS OUT THERE ON DRUM. WE HAVE MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF MARK.
In
spending 12 years in Cape Vincent, I had the opportunity to meet several of the
dedicated volunteer members of the Cape Vincent Fire Dept. I did not have the
honor of meeting Mr. Davis, but I have the utmost respect for fellow EMT's and
Firefighters. I believe when I send my sincere sympathy to the
family/co-workers/friends of Mark Davis I can speak for the entire DCSR
Volunteer Fire Dept. Please know that our thoughts are with you and we continue
to applaud your department for their dedication and devotion.
Rini
McFerran
Board of Directors/EMT
DeGrasse-Clare-South Russell Vol. Fire/Rescue
St. Lawrence County, NY
One cannot begin to understand and appreciate the sense of horror that has
been cast over TI-Rescue, Cape Vincent FD and other area responders as a result
of this senseless act of violence. I lost a good friend and partner about 10
years ago when he was struck and killed by a motor vehicle at a scene. That,
although extremely hard, one can almost begin to understand and come to terms
with.
But this situation--this is different.
I didn't know Mark very long. But it was long enough to know what kind of person
he was. He was a kind man, and willing to help anyone and everyone who needed
it. He was a hard worker, and fully dedicated to his job. I am so sorry this
happened, and I will keep his family in my prayers. This is a trying time for
everyone, and right now more than ever we must band together. Mark Davis was a
great man, and he will be missed by all.
PFC Richard Arrington
Please share will all the members of your agencies that my wife, who is also a
Paramedic, and I will keep Mr. Davis and his family as well as the TI-Rescue
family and all of you in our thoughts and prayers. This is a time when you need
to know you are not alone. God bless all of you and we pray that you will all
find peace.
Eric Johnson, Paramedic
Sanford, Michigan
U.S. Army Trauma Specialist; NYS EMT-B
Ft. Drum, NY
When the fire starts to lie down, the smoke seems to clear,
When the ambulance just wants to find its way,
When the patient in the back gets a bit better,
When we need the extra hand,
We will know that Mark, you are on the call.
Kent Bolke
Carthage Area Rescue Squad
West Carthage Fire Department
I'm an EMT with Ogdensburg Volunteer Rescue Squad and I would like to send my condolences
to all of you during this tough time. My thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family and the
rescue family.
Joel Keen, EMT
Ogdensburg Volunteer Rescue Squad
Ogdensburg, NY
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Mark Davis. We are older, semi-retired EMS/fire members of Pine Creek Independent Volunteer Fire Company, Cammal, Lycoming County, PA
Sincerely,
William Reynolds, former President
Our heart-felt condolences go
out to the family and friends of our fallen brother.
On behalf of the Cooperstown Fire Department Emergency Squad, please accept our
condolences on the loss of EMT Mark Davis.
On behalf of the firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians of the
Churchville Volunteer Fire Department, I would like to offer my sincere
condolences to the family of Mark Davis and to the people of Cape Vincent.
Mark’s memory will live in our hearts forever and I believe he will continue to
save lives forever. His ultimate sacrifice will be on the mind of every
responder for a very long time and remind us all that we are not invincible. May
the grace of God shine down on the Cape Vincent Fire Department and heal the
hurt inside us all.
Nancy Reynolds, EMT, retired Fire Chief
Paramedics
Red Creek NY
Eric Pierce
Captain, Cooperstown Emergency Squad
A month or so ago I flew from Syracuse and landed at ABAY FD to meet with a TIERS rig as a result of a car vs tree motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival, I was met with a trauma patient who needed immediate transport to a trauma center. I noticed obvious leg injuries and the Hare traction that had to be adjusted to facilitate movement into the helicopter. As I was busy doing my assessment and advising the crew about the Hare, a quiet young man sitting on the bench seat gently tapped me on the shoulder and said "I got it" With some slight hesitation, I watched as this young man took charge and adjusted the traction on an
open femur fracture flawlessly! I thanked him for an excellent job and loaded the patient and headed to Syracuse. I have since then praised the crew from TIERS for a job well done and especially the "unknown EMT" whose response saved valuable time in getting a critical patient to the trauma center. I recently used that call as a discussion at our staff meeting. When news quickly spread of the incident in Cape Vincent....it was then that I now knew the identity of the EMT who was a great assest in the care of the patient.....EMT Mark B. Davis. The minute I saw his picture I knew it was him. I can only hope there are many more providers in this world with the compassion and dedication displayed by Mark. Thanks again Mark! My thoughts and prayers go out to you Mark, your family and friends, and those who "do what we do" on a daily basis. Christopher P. Hayes Flight Paramedic New York State Police 1H16
On behalf of the firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians of the Churchville Volunteer Fire Department, I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of Mark Davis and to the people of Cape Vincent. Mark’s memory will live in our hearts forever and I believe he will continue to save lives forever. His ultimate sacrifice will be on the mind of every responder for a very long time and remind us all that we are not invincible. May the grace of God shine down on the Cape Vincent Fire Department and heal the hurt inside us all.
Michael Urbon
Rescue Squad Captain
Churchville Volunteer Fire Department
Churchville, New York
Let me start by sending my sincere
condolences to Mark's family, co-workers at Cape Vincent Fire & EMS, TIERS, and
Guilfoyle.
I have only known Mark a short time but every time that I saw him he always had a smile on his face. Every time I would see him at the ER no matter what the call he always put a smile on my face as well as everyone else's. Mark will be truly missed by everyone that he came in contact with.
The Firefighters Prayer
God, when I'm called to duty godHelp me to 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
to 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 neighbor and
protect his property
And if according to your will
I have to lose my life
bless with your protecting hand
my children and my wife.
Amen
EMT's Prayer
GOD ... Grant me the ability to give emergency care.
Rest in peace Mark. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Until we meet again.
Christopher George
The Paramedics and EMTs of Penn Township Ambulance wish to extend our sincerest
condolences to Mark’s family and his friends.
Edgar C. Grant, Supervisor Irwin, PA
Tri-Town Rescue would like to express their deepest
condolences to Mark's immediate family and his family in EMS. My biggest wish
is to hope he will be over our shoulders helping us in the future. Our
thoughts and prayers will always be with you.
David E. Carr,
Chief
Tri-Town Vol. Rescue Squad
Brasher Falls, N.Y.
To Mark's family, friends,
fellow EMT's and Firefighters, my thoughts are with you all as you deal with
this tragedy. I hope you can find some comfort in knowing that Mark's last
moments in this life were spent doing what he loved doing most. Take care
Sue
EMT PRAYER
God...grant me the ability to give
Emergency care
With skillful hands, knowledgeable mind,
And tender love and care.
Help me deal with everything,
When lives are on the line
To see the worst, administer aid, and
Ease a worried mind.
So help me as I go today
Accept what fate may be.
Touch these hands, use this mind,
Help this EMT.
Please extend my deepest condolences to Mr Davis' family and co-workers.
Tara Jones,
EMT-Intermediate
This world of EMS is not so large, it is very small. Waves of an
EMS tragedy rock between coasts of this great nation. I did not know Mr. Davis
in any way, but the loss of any in the EMS family still brings tears to my eyes. You
and whomever else feels the effects of this horrendous event have my deepest
sympathy and sincerest condolences.
To quote one of my Paramedic Instructors,
"God has a special place in his house for EMTs, Firefighters, and Police. He
has sympathy for those who suffer so that others may live in peace." I'LL SHOW
YOU A VOLUNTEER 
Dear Mark,
For many people there will be no clear understanding
of why your path was cut tragically short. For those of
us who "walk the walk", while difficult to accept, we
will know that your work here was complete and the
lives you touched are better for it.
It will be with a sense of great Honor and Pride that I
and your Brothers from FDNY Pipes and Drums will
Pipe you home....as you hear the pipes...walk proudly
through Heaven's Gates and hear these words from our
Lord: "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant"
Ross R. Zastrow, EMT-P
Central Orleans Volunteer Ambulance
Albion, NY
Senior EMS Representative
NYS Department of Health
Becket, Massachusetts EMS
This article will be brought to the attention of my class this Thursday
evening so they can see what great respect, honor, privilege, and dedication
we EMTs really do have. My God Bless you, yours, and Mr. Davis.
Respectfully Yours,
Alan Michael Cannon, Iowa Paramedic Specialist, PS 18-105-02
Clear Lake, Iowa
Show me a person who spends endless hours in training
without pay,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person where a cry for help brings split-second dispatch,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person who is devastated when lives are lost or maimed,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person who is graciously welcomed as a next-door neighbor,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person who takes ridicule more than compliments,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person whose car is garaged with the grille facing out,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person who sacrifices home life, TV... even tender moments,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person visibly moved at the strains of our National Anthem,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person who may be asked to give more than just dedication,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Show me a person who is asked to give more... and more... and more,
And, I'll show you a volunteer.
Author unknown
To the family, friends and co-workers, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott Gleason, New EMT
Redwood Ambulance
On behalf of the members of Hammond Fire and Rescue, St.
Lawrence County, we would like to express our deepest sympathy to family of
Mark Davis, TIERS, and the Cape Vincent Volunteer Fire Department. Sincerely
Tisa Martin, EMT, RN
Mark was my nephew. I have been reading
all the tribute's to Mark from people who cared so much for him and it was
because Mark always cared so much. I know he was very proud to be an EMT and
help people which he did with great pride.
This page and the kindness of the people
who have contributed to it will help the family through this time. I want to
thank you for that. I will always remember Mark as a little boy with curly black
hair ready with his smile and a warm hug. He kept his ready smile and warm hug
as he grew to manhood. My mother used to say Mark was a special little boy and I
know she was there to welcome him home on that fateful night.
I believe God has a reason for
everything. For Mark it was to touch many hearts with his love and caring
nature. He will never be forgotten and "Always in our Hearts".
I love you Mark
Your Aunt Thelma Dickinson Moye & family
On behalf of the Officers and Members of the Mohegan VAC, I wish to convey our
deepest sympathies to the Members of the Cape Vincent Fire and TIERS. Godspeed
Mark. Your services will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace.
I would like to take this brief
opportunity to express my deepest sympathy to the family of Mark Davis, the
Thousand Islands Emergency Rescue Service (TIERS), Guifoyle EMS, and the entire
Fire & EMS community of Jefferson County. I did not have the opportunity to know
Mark personally, however, I have a deep connection with the North Country. I
receievd my initial EMT and fire training in Watertown, and attended paramedic
school in Syracuse. I worked for Guilfoyle EMS and volunteered with Souith
Jefferson Rescue/ Adams Fire Dept.
On behalf of the Fire & EMS community of
Franklin County, PA, please accept our regards.
Respectfully,
Matthew Clawson NREMT-P
Our hearts and prayers go out to Mark's family, friends and fellow EMS and
firefighter family. Although the circumstances of his death are tragic and
absolutely senseless, why he was there is understood by everyone who has heard
the calling. "All give some, some give all" Mark, you certainly gave it all!
Blessings to all,
FF Chicki Wilkinson
I Am A Volunteer With The Lodi Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Squad So I
Would Like To Send My Prayers To Mark's Family And All The Members Of TIERS
Squad and CVVFD
D. Jones
To those who are left behind
to ask why… KNOW that you are not alone, that there are people all around you
who want to help… So lean on them and embrace the help…..
Bill Major EMT-P
On behalf of the Champlain Fire
District and Champlain EMS we would like to offer our condolences during
this difficult time. Mark sounded like he was a giving person who enjoyed
Fire & EMS work. We salute our fellow brother and provider Mark and assure
his community that we are mourning with you.
Chris Trombley
Just wanted to say our
prayers and thoughts are with Marks family.
F. Keith La Verdi,
Paramedic
The
Wyoming Erie Regional EMS Council would like to offer its condolences to the
family of Mark Davis, whose life was tragically cut short by a senseless act.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, his Brothers and Sisters of the
Thousand Island Emergency Rescue Service, Cape Vincent Volunteer Fire
Department, Guilfoyle Ambulance and the entire Cape Vincent Community.
We have added a link to your
web page from ours: http://www.werems.org/
Neil Williams
THE
MEDICS AND EMTS OF THE GHENT AREA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT IN GHENT, WEST
VIRGINIA SEND THEIR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND TO YOUR DEPARTMENTS ON
YOUR TRAGIC LOSS.
JO
CROUSER
On behalf of all of the members of the Hilton Fire Department, we would like to
express our deepest sympathies and condolences to Mark’s families, both his own
and his Emergency Services family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
I am sending my condolences from my agency , Doddridge County EMS, for the loss
of Mark Davis. I am a paramedic and I know how your agency is feeling for the
sudden loss of Mark. We are sending our prayers and condolence to Thousand
Island Rescue, the EMS family, and to the family of Mark Davis. I did not know
Mark, but he belonged to the largest family in the United States of America, the
EMS and Firefighters family. He will never be forgotten.
Daniel Blake, Paramedic
To All My Brothers and Sisters
I would like to, on the behalf of my fire department, wish each and everyone at
your Department, Mark's parents and friends our deepest sympathy and prayers. I
know how hard this is on all of you, because we lost two firemen in March, 2008
in a big fire in Salibury, North Carolina. I hope and pray that things like this
don't happen again and that we can possibly learn from them when it does.
I know we go through classes and training but nothing can every prepare us for
the death of a brother or
To the family of Mark Davis :
As paramedic instructors, we mourn the loss of one who showed such promise;
truly a rising star.
We, the EMS community, are thankful for the short time we knew Mark and for the
love that he brought to his family, friends, patients and fellow EMS providers .
Know that the flags at the Western Turnpike Rescue Squad, Albany, New York, and
the flags of other rescue squads across the state are flying at half mast as we
honor the memory of Mark .
May our heartfelt sympathy help to sustain you through these difficult times.
I have recently become an EMT-B and I am so saddened to hear of this. My heart
goes out to his crew and family members. I can not believe that something like
this can happen. We go out there to save lives and instead...
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mark
Davis during this time of tragedy and loss.
Walter Kennedy, EMT-P
I did not know Mark
personally, but I do know the Cape Vincent community and Fire Department. My
heartfelt sorrow, thoughts and prayers go out to Mark’s family, and his family
in the Cape Vincent Fire Department, TIERS, and at Guilfoyle Ambulance. I am
very sorry for your tragic loss.
Paul Newhook
EMS Director
Hammond Fire and Rescue
Lt. Stephen Reid EMT-P
Mohegan Volunteer Ambulance Corps
Westchester County, NY
Paramedic Supervisor
West Shore EMS
Franklin County, PA.
Xerox Fire Department
Webster, NY
Lodi, New Jersey
To the family and friends of
Mark….. My heart goes out to you at this time, as you have been tragically
injured. No words can take the place of an individual, especially one who was so
deeply loved. While I did not know Mark personally, I am learning what a great
guy he was from all of the folks who have posted their memories of him…
Program Coordinator
Wyoming Erie Regional EMS
Council Program Agency
Office of Prehospital Care
Chief -
Champlain Fire & EMS
Champlain, N.Y.
Peel Regional EMS
Ontario, Canada
Chair:
SUPERVISOR 
Doddridge County EMS
West Union, West Virginia
The officers and members of the Johnstown Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps
in Johnstown, Fulton County, NY wish to their deepest condolences to the
family, loved ones, friends and co-workers of EMT - FF Mark Davis.
Although I did not know Mark personally, he was a fellow member of our
EMS family and we deeply mourn his tragic and untimely passing, Our
sympathy and prayers go out to all of you.
Shirley " Bonnie " Burtman, NREMT-P
Chief, JAVAC
Donald M. Coy, NREMT-P
Captain, JAVAC
Hi, I am Kelly Wilhelm with Rockwell Rural Vol. Fire Dept in North Carolina. I
just learned last night of the tragic death of Mark Davis from my Aunt Liz in
Clayton.
sister. Even though we are 800+ miles away from each other, if there is
anything I or my department can do, please feel free to contact me.
Again I am so sorry for all of you IN YOUR loss. Even though I did not know
Mark, I know he loved what he was doing, because it takes a special person to do
what we do.
And GOD said: " GREATER LOVE HAS NO ONE THAN THIS, THAT HE LAY DOWN HIS LIFE
FOR HIS FRIENDS " John 15:13
Kelly Wilhelm
Rockwell Rural Fire Department
Safety Officer/Captain
FireFighter/EMT-B
On behalf of myself and the faculty of the Bassett / Cobleskill paramedic
program may we extend our sincere condolences for your loss .
As fellow EMS providers, we mourn the loss of a comrade who could have eased the
suffering of so many others had his life not been regrettably cut short. As a
father, I can only imagine the pain that you are suffering after the loss of a
son who was so filled with hope and promise; my prayers are with you .
RICHARD BEEBE MS BSN RN NREMT-P
Clinical Assistant Professor
State University of New York
College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
Program Director
Bassett Healthcare
Center for Rural Emergency Medical Services Education
I am writing to send my thoughts on this terrible news and to say that I am
truly sorry for your loss. I will be mailing a donation in his honor to the
fire department. I never imagined that rescuing civilians can turn so tragic.
I guess when we are taught about scene safety for yourself and crew, I will look
at it in a totally different perspective from now on.
Once again my thoughts and prayers are with all of Mark's friends and family. I
hope that something like this never happens again anywhere.
Sincerely,
MaryJo Iacono EMTB
Whitestone Volunteer Ambulance
Queens, New York 11357
Boston EMS (ret.)
Fire Instructor/ Investigator
Mark, you were a good friend and fellow EMT. I remember all the late nights spent
at TIERS and the good times we had. It has been an honor to work beside you and
to call you my friend. You will be missed.
Please see Michael's video tribute to Mark at http://tinyurl.com/cnxe8r
Michael Angona
Former TIERS EMT
Mark's Classmate and Friend
Linda Lowe
Mother of Daniel and Tiffany Lowe
Thanks to the unknown EMT who phoned from Adelaide, South Australia, to express his condolences.
The crews of Cape Vincent, TIERS and Guilfoyle need to know how deeply sorry we are on this very deep loss.
Lester Freemantle, EMT-P
Operations Manager
Mohawk Ambulance Service
Albany, New York
We at Caguas EMS Station are with you in your loss. It is always devastating to lose a brother EMT.
Although we are some
miles and an ocean--and then some--apart, we know what it is to lose a family
member...yes we all family, an extended one....
Dear Lord: We may be sad now for a tragic ending of Mark's life, but ready to
celebrate his memories. I believe there is a lesson in all of it... Please give
us the wisdom to learn what that wish is that You have laid for us. Give all of
Mark's families hope and reassurance that we will all meet again, and let's not
forget his laughter. So say we all.
Jason Torres
EMT P
Central Region Field Operations Supervisor
Puerto RIco EMS
All of our pictures are on our web site at:
http://www.mcfd.org/Multimedia/picture_gallery.php?gallery=604 Again, our condolences on your loss. It was an honor to be able to participate in the
day's ceremonies.
FF/EMT Steve Leeper - 1832 Moyers Corners Fire Department
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