Media Advisory: Eight Fallen New York State Emergency Medical Services Providers to be Honored
What: A ceremony commemorating the lives of eight first responders that died in 2017 as a result of injuries or illnesses sustained while performing their duties. The event will include Emergency Medical Service (EMS) providers from across the state, as well as families and friends of the deceased. Speakers will include representatives from state government and the New York State EMS Council.
Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Where: Tree of Life Memorial, Empire State Plaza, adjacent to The Egg.
The Emergency Medical Service providers being honored this year are:
| Name | Agency | Date of Death |
|---|---|---|
| Yadira Arroyo | FDNY EMS | March 16, 2017 |
| Mario Bastidas | FDNY EMS | April 1, 2017 |
| Rose Scott | FDNY EMS | February 15, 2017 |
| Mark Harris | FDNY EMS | May 13, 2017 |
| Edith Torres | FDNY EMS | February 8, 2017 |
| Cory Moore | RB Lawrence Ambulance | July 5, 2017 |
| Gregg Williams | RB Lawrence Ambulance | July 5, 2017 |
| Roderick Cota | RB Lawrence Ambulance | July 5, 2017 |
