Off-duty Wis. FF-EMT killed while working on safety crew at speedway

RFFD is reeling from the tragic loss of one of our own, Eddie Nicholson, a second generation firefighter with over 30 years of service to the River Falls Fire Department. Eddie also served with River Falls EMS and put in countless hours serving his community. Eddie was a well-loved icon in the area, His “real” job was working with heavy tow trucks for Twin Cities Transport and Recovery. One of his passions was working at the Cedar Lake Speedway as part of the safety crew. Eddie was loved by all and will be surely missed by Kathy and their family, friends and our community. The River Falls Fire Department and Eddie’s family would like to thank all the Fire Departments, EMS and Law Enforcement agencies, Tow companies and Cedar Lake Speedway, who helped bring Eddie Back home to River Falls. Thanks also to the people who showed up on a cold raining day to honor Eddie. Your outpouring of support and sympathy is unprecedented! Radio transcript: “St. Croix County Dispatch calling River Falls firefighter and EMT Eddie Nicholson… “St. Croix County Dispatch calling River Falls firefighter and EMT Eddie Nicholson… “Having heard no response from Firefighter/EMT Edward Nicholson, it is with deep regret and great sorrow that Eddie has been cleared for the final time on May 15th, 2020 and the Fire Department and EMS in the hereafter has a new responder. “Eddie served the citizens of River Falls for over 30 years. Thank you, Eddie for your timeless dedication and the sacrifices you made. Eddie has now become a guardian who will help watch out for all his brothers and sisters as they respond to emergencies. “Although you are gone, you will never be forgotten. “You can rest now brother, we’ll take it from here. “St. Croix dispatch is clear…”

Posted by River Falls Fire Department on Sunday, May 17, 2020