John Echternach Jr.

FF/EMT

LODD July 2, 2012

Lt. John Echternach, Jr. was a volunteer firefighter with Boones Mill Fire Department in Virginia. He died as he lived, serving others. He suffered a head injury when struck by a tree during the Derecho windstorm of 2012 while trying to help a motorist trapped under her vehicle. The firefighters, EMT’s and paramedics from his station responded quickly. Their supportive care, coupled by John’s excellent health, made him the perfect organ donor. John passed away three days after the accident and was able to donate several of his organs and tissues. John’s legacy lives on in the lives of these recipients and others whose lives he touched through his endless devotion to service. His life on earth was short but full, and we will rejoice when we are reunited with him in God’s heavenly kingdom!”