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Massachusetts firefighter suffers line-of-duty death due to occupational cancer
A Massachusetts firefighter who served our country in multiple capacities has died.
According to multiple reports Boston firefighter from Engine Company 10, Matthew Troy has passed away.
Troy, a Marine Veteran, was diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer at the age of 30 in 2022 after being appointed to the department on February 14, 2018.
Those who knew Troy stated that he “epitomized what it means to be a Boston Firefighter. The courage and determination he displayed in the performance of his duties was outmatched only by his spirit in his fight against cancer.” The Boston Fire Cancer foundation described him as “a kind soul who took care of his people.”
The community had come together to organize several fundraisers to help Troy in his fight that he sadly lost this morning.
District 8 Vice President of the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts and Fall River firefighter Jason Burns has been an advocate nationwide for eliminating toxic PFAS chemicals from firefighters’ personal protective equipment that can cause cancer and has been featured in the documentary “BURNED: Protecting Our Protectors” to bring light to the subject.
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Cynthia
June 13, 2024 at 8:09 am
A true hero in my book. served his country and served his community. Rest in peace my friend and THANK YOU for your service.
Vickey
June 13, 2024 at 9:09 am
I’m so sorry! My condolences to the family and thank you for your service, Sir and rest in peace.
Heather Lee Bee
June 13, 2024 at 10:38 am
OH MY HEAVENS THIS POOR HERO!!!! SO 🌱YOUNG🌱! MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS!!!!! MAY HE REST IN 🙏🕊️PEACE🕊️🙏 ALWAYS AND ♾️💖🇺🇸💖FOREVER💖🇺🇸💖♾️!!!! 👞♂️MAN♂️👞 HOW MUCH POISON IS IN THESE DAMN SUITS?HE STARTED WORKING IN 2918 AND PASSES AWAY THIS MORNING!!!! THAT’S REALLY TRULY FAST FOR YOU TO GET CANCER ON THE JOB!!!! I HOPE A GO FUND ME PAGE WILL BE CREATED
Ro
June 13, 2024 at 12:03 pm
Eternal Rest Grant Unto him O Lord. May Perpetual Light Shine Upon him. May his soul and All The Souls of The Faithful Departed Through The Mercy of God, Rest in Peace. Amen.
Thank you for your service to Country and Community. R. I. P. 🙏🕯️
Condolences💐
Steve Verhault
June 13, 2024 at 5:12 pm
Rest In Peace Matty
Darren Simonelli
June 13, 2024 at 5:12 pm
Furnace Brook Pwwy will miss you my friend, So will I, all your friends and family, May you rest in peace. Thank you for your service. I will see you on the other side, take care and watch over your loved one’s.
Janet Cacicio
June 24, 2024 at 9:38 am
Rest in Peace so sorry