About Us
Dave was born in Plattsburgh, New York on August 19, 1963. He attended Springfield College, in Springfield, Massachusetts, graduating in 1995. He became a paramedic in 1992, and then a firefighter/ paramedic in 1995, and served in the City of Santa Clara for 10 years, promoting to Driver/Engineer in 2001. Dave was awarded a Lifesaving Award and the Optimist Club's Firefighter of the Year award in 2005. Dave also was an instructor of fire science at Mission College.
Dave fought a long, hard and courageous battle and was an inspiration for us as he stood firm against the suffering he endured. He never backed down or complained. Dave passed away on July 22, 2006, after a 20 month battle with stage 4 melanoma with metastasis to the brain. Dave was the devoted husband of Tricia Euerle, and the loving father of Sophie, Sammy, Gracie, and Isabella.
All of Dave’s children have since received the California Fire Foundation’s Daniel A. Terry Scholarship for fallen firefighters’ children.
A family remembered: Tricia Eurele (center), wife of fallen Santa Clara Firefighter David Eurele, flanked by their four children - from right, Grace, Sam, Isabella and Sophia. Grace, Sam and Isabella are recipients of Daniel A. Terry Scholarships.
Lance passed away at home with his beloved wife Jill, and sons, Max and Brian at his side, on December 23, 2006, just shy of his 50th birthday. He had been heroically fighting cancer for two years Lance was born on April 9, 1957 in Oakland, California.
Lance attended Santa Clara High School where he distinguished himself as a member of the 1975 number one ranked swimming team in the nation. He also attended UCLA and was awarded All America swimming honors during his freshman year. He spent his last two years of college at the University of Arizona and was a member of that swimming team.
After college Lance became a Santa Clara Firefighter where he proudly served for 26 years until his death. Lance's love of water continued as he, members of his fire department, as well as Max and Brian could be found throwing their surf boards in their truck and heading for Santa Cruz to ride the waves. He loved the ocean and passed on this passion of surfing to his boys who have become avid surfers.
Donation Information:
To honor Brother Buzzell's life of service, donations are being accepted on behalf of the family. A GoFundMe account has been created in his name.
Remembering Troy Buzzell
Santa Clara City Firefighters Local 1171 and Santa Clara City Fire Department are saddened to announce the loss of one of their own. Fire Captain Troy Buzzell took his own life on February 1, 2021 after a battle with work related PTSD.
In addition to his time as a volunteer firefighter, Brother Buzzell was a 15-year veteran of the Santa Clara City Fire Department. He was heavily involved in all aspects of firefighting, including being a highly respected truck and rescue instructor, Wildland Engine Boss, and member of the FEMA California Task Force 3 - Urban Search and Rescue Team. Brother Buzzell was known for his attention to detail and commitment to excellence. He served his community with honor and distinction and was held in the highest regard by his peers.
Brother Buzzell is survived by his wife and two children.
Condolence cards, gift cards, and the donation items that do not require someone to receive them should be mailed to: Santa Clara Firefighters Foundation c/o Buzzell Family 1124 Walsh Ave, Santa Clara CA 95050. In lieu of flowers, please send monetary donations to the Santa Clara Firefighters Foundation c/o Buzzell Family.
The Santa Clara Fire Department and L1171 will do everything necessary to ensure that his life and service are honored and his memory celebrated. The Department will continue to provide updates on next steps and forthcoming plans to celebrate his life.
Donation Information:
To honor Brother Buzzell's life of service, donations are being accepted on behalf of the family. A GoFundMe account has been created in his name.
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