Family, fellow firefighters, and residents lined the streets today as a funeral procession left The Trenton Chapel in Trenton to honor Sergeant Adam J. Amrozi of the Lincoln Park Fire Department. The somber motorcade, with engines and escorts moving in careful formation, marked the culmination of a week of tributes for the 21-year department veteran.
Chief's tribute and procession
Fire Chief Michael Prinz called Amrozi "a dedicated public servant whose unmatched kindness to his fellow firefighters and the community will leave a lasting legacy," according to FOX 2 Detroit. Video from the outlet shows engine companies and colleagues accompanying the casket as the procession moved through the area, a final escort for a firefighter many considered family.
State orders flags at half-staff
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered U.S. and Michigan flags at state buildings to be lowered to half-staff today to honor Sgt. Amrozi, who "passed away in the line of duty," and described him as "a proud family man and dedicated public servant," according to a press release from the governor's office. The release notes that Amrozi served in the Lincoln Park Fire Department for 21 years and previously worked in Riverview. The Michigan Governor's Office said flags should return to full staff tomorrow.
Service details and memories
Visitation and a Firefighter and Family Sharing Service were scheduled Friday at The Trenton Chapel, Martenson Family of Funeral Homes in Trenton, according to the funeral home's obituary. The family requested memorial contributions to the Michigan Humane Society in lieu of flowers, a nod that suggests both service and compassion were core to how Amrozi lived.
The Martenson Family of Funeral Homes obituary also notes that Amrozi was known around the station as "chef" for the meals he cooked for colleagues, a small detail fellow firefighters say captured his generosity and spirit and now serves as one more story they will pass around the table without him.
