Brendan Jonathan Bessee, 24, Salt River Fire Department, died in the line-of-duty as the result of an ambulance accident. As with his passion for hockey, Brendan followed in his father’s footsteps in pursuing fire science and a career in emergency medical services. Remembered for his immense potential and ability, “Bess” proudly set a skills course record in the academy at Salt River FD. His heart, sense of humor and fun, and ear-to-ear smile were larger than life and made a lifelong impact on his family, teammates, friends, and community. Known for his love for sports, including hockey, skiing, golf, and hiking, Brendan also enjoyed annual family vacations where he usually made everyone laugh. Brendan is especially missed by his best friend and sister, Danielle; his parents, Robert and Judy; and his extended family. The theme of his life is as his former coach stated, “although his stint with the team was short, his impact on its success during that time was very noticeable.”
