Easton Professional Firefighters

02/04/2026

Lainey is the granddaughter of one of our members. In addition to her Grandfather, both of Lainey's parents also served honorably in the United States Marine Corps. This family has given so much to those around them, now they need support from others. Please take a moment to read her story. Any assistance you could offer the family towards expenses associated with her care would be greatly appreciated.

Alyssa and Tyler welcomed baby Lainey six weeks early in August 2025. After spending some time in the NICU, she was finally able to go home and meet her very proud, husky big brother.

In November, Lainey began having difficulty breathing. An emergency room visit and chest X-ray revealed that her heart was larger than expected, leading to her first ambulance ride to a hospital specializing in congenital heart disease. Further testing showed she had a coarctation, a narrowing of the aorta, which required surgical repair shortly thereafter.

Despite surgery, Lainey’s heart continued to struggle to pump blood effectively to the rest of her body. She was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and heart failure, and transferred to a new hospital for specialized care by the Heart Failure and Transplant Team.
After much consideration, Lainey received a left ventricular assist device (LVAD), known as the Berlin Heart, and was officially placed on the Pediatric Heart Transplant List on January 16, 2026. She will remain in the hospital until she receives her hero heart. ❤️✨

Through it all, Lainey continues to show her strength and spirit. She is learning to sit up and loves greeting the staff who have become such an important part of her journey.

Transplant-related expenses can be overwhelming, so we have joined with the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA), a national charity based in Bloomington, Indiana. COTA is dedicated to organizing and guiding families in raising funds. Funds raised for COTA in honor of Lainey will assist with a LIFETIME of transplant-related expenses. Help raise $60,000 for COTA in honor of Lainey!

cota.org/cotaforlainey/

11/16/2025

You asked, and we listened. Now is your chance to support your local Professional Firefighters and pick up some awesome attire all at the same time. Adult and Child sizes available as well as multiple color options for each design.

The sale will run through November 30th. All purchases should be delivered well before Christmas.

For the past 145 years, professional firefighters have been dedicated to aiding and protecting the city of Easton. The IAFF Local 713 is committed to serving both the public and first responders. The funds that are raised through sale of these shirts go to aiding both the community, the firefighters...

11/10/2025

Round 2 of the 2025 Mustache Competition is officially underway!

This Week:
8 mustaches are paired off to compete in a bracket-style system. Only 4 mustaches will move on! Pick the best mustache from each pair. The winners will compete in Round 3 next week!
Vote Here: https://forms.gle/dNcqqfjT286jJL8u6
Please donate to the Prostate Cancer Foundation through our fundraiser:
https://www.pledge.to/copy-of-easton-pa-firefighters-local-713
2025 Easton PA Firefighters Local 713 Mustache Competition - Pledge
Firefighters face a much higher risk of developing cancer — prostate cancer is 150% more common among firefighters than in the general population.

Every like, share, and donation helps make a difference!

11/03/2025

Our 3rd annual mustache competition is live! Help us choose the winner!

🔥 Round 1 of the 2025 Mustache Competition is officially underway! 🔥

This Week:
The 7 mustaches with the most likes will move on to the next round! Link is also in bio!
Vote Here: https://forms.gle/1hudQye5CsX8nqgd6

Next week, the playoffs begin — the top 7 and 1 wildcard entry will face off (bracket-style) to reach the Final 4.

Each week, you get to vote for which mustaches move on to the next round! The final 2 mustaches will go head-to-head during the last week of November 🏆

Support a Great Cause:
Firefighters face a much higher risk of developing cancer — prostate cancer is 150% more common among firefighters than in the general population.
Please consider donating to the Prostate Cancer Foundation through our fundraiser.
https://www.pledge.to/copy-of-easton-pa-firefighters-local-713

Every like, share, and donation helps make a difference!

10/01/2025

Please come out and support the family of one of our own, who we unexpectedly lost a few weeks ago.

Motorcycle Run and Pig Roast/Seafood Boil with a tricky tray and DJ.

See QR code to pre-pay for your event ticket.

09/06/2025

For those asking how they can support the family of Tyler during these difficult times this site is collecting donations for Tyler's family. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for any support you can offer.

I don’t know how to start this, so I guess I just will. Tyler was everything my family wanted for my little sister and more. He was a dedicated father, and the most loyal husband-to-be. He was compassionate, patient, he was so calm. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone that neede...

09/06/2025

It is with an extremely heavy heart and profound sadness that the City Of Easton Fire Department and Easton Professional Firefighters must announce the passing of Active Firefighter Tyler Weidner. Tyler, a third-generation career Firefighter, and second-generation Easton Firefighter was appointed to the Department in 2021 after graduating Allentown Fire Academy class 2021-01.

A graduate of the Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, his drive and never-quit spirit made him a vital member of the First Platoon where he responded to numerous emergencies during his years of active service to the department, including a recent CPR SAVE of a patient who was in cardiac arrest when the crews arrived on scene. Tyler’s final rescue was his donation of his two kidneys to save the lives of two others.

We ask that you keep his Fiancée Kerry Kozic and their son Sawyer Lee, Mother Nellisa, Father Kevin, Sisters Gabbie and Addie, Brothers Preston, Berkley, Steele and C**t and the rest of Tyler’s family in your prayers during this difficult time.

Arrangements:
Viewing: Public calling hours are Tuesday September 9, 2025, from 4 pm-8 pm
Funeral: Public Calling hours 10:00 am-11:00 am Wednesday September 10, 2025.
Memorial Service 11:00 am
Morello’s Funeral Home 3720 Nicholas Street, Easton Pa 18045.

Burial: Gethsemane Cemetery (next to William Family Restaurant)

07/02/2025

Huge thank-you to the Pennsylvania House for unanimously passing HB1261! 👩‍🚒🔥

This bipartisan bill is a major step forward in protecting our fire fighters from toxic PFAS chemicals and improving safety standards for first responders across the Commonwealth.

HB1261 shows what’s possible when lawmakers come together for the health and safety of our communities.

Next stop: the Pennsylvania Senate. Let’s keep the momentum going!

05/03/2025

This is an excellent statement by Bethlehem Firefighters IAFF Local 735 in regards to Podium Construction and the demands these buildings bring to already understaffed departments.

This construction style is present throughout our city as well, particularly newly constructed residential buildings downtown.

03/16/2025

We offer our sincere condolences to the friends and family of Lt Hopkins as well as the members of Scranton Firefighters Local 60.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

12/02/2024

The 2024 Easton Professional Firefighters' Mustache of The Year, as chosen by YOU! Thanks to your generous donations we were also able up raise $785 for Cancer Prevention!

Thank you to all who voted and especially those who donated. We look forward to next year's contest.

12/01/2024

The votes have been tallied and the Winner will be announced soon! Thank you all for participating in this year's mustache contest.

Donations can still be made to help fight cancer:

Firefighters are at a higher risk for developing cancer due to exposure to carcinogenic materials. Prostate Cancer is the leading cancer for male Firefighters. Your donation will help support prostate cancer research, treatments, and scientific advances.