Professional Firefighters of Clackamas County
International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) - Local 1159
The Professional Firefighters Association of Clackamas County is an International Association of Fire Fighters AFL-CIO affiliate Local. Local 1159 represents over 335 firefighters and paramedics from Canby Fire District #62, Clackamas Fire District #1, Estacada Fire District #69, Gladstone Fire Department, Lake Oswego Fire Department, Molalla Fire District #73 and Sandy Fire District #72. Our mission is to ensure that all members are treated fairly and equally focusing on wages, hours, working conditions, retirement securities and safety. It is our goal to improve the standard of living for our members, families and communities we serve.
***Funeral Announcement***
The Vancouver Fire Department announces the funeral service details for Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz, honoring his life, service, and dedication to the community.
The service will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at NW Gospel Church: Eastside, located at 305 NE 192nd Ave., Vancouver, WA 98684. The service is expected to last 90 minutes.
Firefighter Paramedic Frenz will arrive at the church in a formal procession (comprised of Vancouver Fire Department apparatus only) at 13:00 (1:00 p.m.). Upon arrival, he will be greeted by a Cordon of Honor formed by uniformed personnel. Those wishing to participate in the Cordon of Honor are asked to arrive no later than 12:45 p.m. and be in proper uniform.
Approved attire for participation includes Class A or Class B uniform, consisting of a long-sleeve duty shirt, tie, and mourning badge.
Following the arrival honors, Firefighter Paramedic Frenz and his family will be escorted inside the church. The Cordon of Honor will then be dismissed.
At 14:00 (2:00 p.m.), all attendees are expected to be seated. Service instructions will be provided at that time. Following the instructions, Jeremiah’s family will be escorted to their seats, and the formal service procession and service will begin.Â
The Vancouver Fire Department extends its gratitude to all agencies, partners, and community members for their continued support and for honoring Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz and his family during this time.
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This morning in Gladstone, initial reports indicated a possible victim trapped inside a structure fire, and our union firefighters immediately went into rescue mode. In this job, our number one priority is life. When there is a fire and someone is believed to be inside, everything we do is focused on finding and saving them. That is exactly what the guys and gals of local 1159 did today, conducting rapid primary and secondary searches. Thankfully, no victims were found, but the response reflects the commitment we make every day: when you need help, we are coming for you.
📸 @clackamasfire
#local1159 #workingfire #commitedtoyoursafety
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***Funeral Announcement***
The Vancouver Fire Department announces the funeral service details for Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz, honoring his life, service, and dedication to the community.
The service will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at NW Gospel Church: Eastside, located at 305 NE 192nd Ave., Vancouver, WA 98684. The service is expected to last 90 minutes.
Firefighter Paramedic Frenz will arrive at the church in a formal procession (comprised of Vancouver Fire Department apparatus only) at 13:00 (1:00 p.m.). Upon arrival, he will be greeted by a Cordon of Honor formed by uniformed personnel. Those wishing to participate in the Cordon of Honor are asked to arrive no later than 12:45 p.m. and be in proper uniform.
Approved attire for participation includes Class A or Class B uniform, consisting of a long-sleeve duty shirt, tie, and mourning badge.
Following the arrival honors, Firefighter Paramedic Frenz and his family will be escorted inside the church. The Cordon of Honor will then be dismissed.
At 14:00 (2:00 p.m.), all attendees are expected to be seated. Service instructions will be provided at that time. Following the instructions, Jeremiah’s family will be escorted to their seats, and the formal service procession and service will begin.Â
The Vancouver Fire Department extends its gratitude to all agencies, partners, and community members for their continued support and for honoring Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz and his family during this time.
29 CommentsComment on Facebook
This morning in Gladstone, initial reports indicated a possible victim trapped inside a structure fire, and our union firefighters immediately went into rescue mode. In this job, our number one priority is life. When there is a fire and someone is believed to be inside, everything we do is focused on finding and saving them. That is exactly what the guys and gals of local 1159 did today, conducting rapid primary and secondary searches. Thankfully, no victims were found, but the response reflects the commitment we make every day: when you need help, we are coming for you.
📸 @clackamasfire
#local1159 #workingfire #commitedtoyoursafety
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
***Funeral Announcement***
The Vancouver Fire Department announces the funeral service details for Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz, honoring his life, service, and dedication to the community.
The service will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at NW Gospel Church: Eastside, located at 305 NE 192nd Ave., Vancouver, WA 98684. The service is expected to last 90 minutes.
Firefighter Paramedic Frenz will arrive at the church in a formal procession (comprised of Vancouver Fire Department apparatus only) at 13:00 (1:00 p.m.). Upon arrival, he will be greeted by a Cordon of Honor formed by uniformed personnel. Those wishing to participate in the Cordon of Honor are asked to arrive no later than 12:45 p.m. and be in proper uniform.
Approved attire for participation includes Class A or Class B uniform, consisting of a long-sleeve duty shirt, tie, and mourning badge.
Following the arrival honors, Firefighter Paramedic Frenz and his family will be escorted inside the church. The Cordon of Honor will then be dismissed.
At 14:00 (2:00 p.m.), all attendees are expected to be seated. Service instructions will be provided at that time. Following the instructions, Jeremiah’s family will be escorted to their seats, and the formal service procession and service will begin.Â
The Vancouver Fire Department extends its gratitude to all agencies, partners, and community members for their continued support and for honoring Firefighter Paramedic Jeremiah Frenz and his family during this time.
29 CommentsComment on Facebook
This morning in Gladstone, initial reports indicated a possible victim trapped inside a structure fire, and our union firefighters immediately went into rescue mode. In this job, our number one priority is life. When there is a fire and someone is believed to be inside, everything we do is focused on finding and saving them. That is exactly what the guys and gals of local 1159 did today, conducting rapid primary and secondary searches. Thankfully, no victims were found, but the response reflects the commitment we make every day: when you need help, we are coming for you.
📸 @clackamasfire
#local1159 #workingfire #commitedtoyoursafety
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