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EASTON, Conn. -- Easton Fire Lt. Russ Neary was identified by town officials as the firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty Monday night during Hurricane Sandy.
Russ was struck by a falling limb while removing debris from in front of his truck, Easton Town Clerk Derek Buckley said.
The incident occurred at 7:45 p.m. on Judd Road.
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Russ and I became friends through the Holy Cross crew team. He was always kind, funny, helpful and a really nice guy to talk to. We would always make a point of visiting with each other during our reunions.
This is such a tragedy. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time of loss. Russ was always out there helping other people - that's how he'll be remembered.
I am so sad to hear this news.
We will miss him dearly
Our prayers are with his family and the EFD such a great loss to the Easton community.
This is just heartbreaking. He was a wonderful man.