Crime & Safety

Farmington Fire Official Passes Away

Paul Marci served as House Captain for the Tunxis Hose Company No. 1.

FARMINGTON, CT — Paul Marci, the House Captain for the Tunxis Hose Company No. 1 in Unionville, has passed away, according to a post on the fire department's Facebook page.

"It is with deepest sympathy we announce the passing of House Captain Paul Marci. Arrangements will be announced when they are available," the post read.

Tributes to Marci have begun pouring in to the department's page.

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  • "Truly a gentleman and all around great guy. Thoughts and prayers are with you all." - Jay Michaels
  • "Our thoughts and prayers go out to Captain Marci’s family and friends. Paul was a true gentleman, and a very valued member of the THFD. Godspeed my friend." - Bristol Fire Department
  • "Very sad to hear this. He was a great man and always made me feel welcome. RIP Captain." - Mike McKenna

Photo courtesy of Tunxis Hose Company No. 1

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