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Don joined the Buffalo Fire Department
in 1986 and worked several years
with the Heavy Rescue Company.
He was critically injured in 1995
while fighting a structure fire
and died in 2006 from complications
of those injuries.
As a well-respected member
of the department,
Don was the recipient of
the 1991 Marine Corps
League Medal, 1991
Erie County American
Legion Public Safety
Award, and 1994 Buffalo
Fire Commissioner’s
Award, and was named
Remembering
Donald J. Herbert
Buffalo Fire Department — New York
Classification: Career
Rank: Firefighter
Date of Death: February 21, 2006
Age: 44
Fire Fighter of the Year in 1996 for his dedication
to the fire service. Known for
his love of the outdoors, he enjoyed
hunting, fishing, and camping
with his wife and four sons.
Don was a man of courage
and determination and was
an inspiration to his fellow
fire fighters. He is
missed and will always be
remembered as a loving
husband, devoted father,
and trusted friend.
He is survived by his
wife, Linda; and his sons,
Donald, Thomas, Patrick,
and Nicholas.
I think a hero is an ordinary individual who finds strength to persevere and
endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.
— Christopher Reeve