Line of Duty Deaths Database

Anthony C. Christensen
Name
Anthony C. Christensen
Local
L2174, Professional Fire Fighters Of Naples
Gender
Male
Age
55
District
12
Occupation
Fire Fighter/EMT
Type of Duty
Emergency Medical Service
Fatal Injury Cause
Contact/Exposure - Contagious Disease: COVID-19
Nature of Fatal Injury
Other/Miscellaneous - Infectious Disease
Date of Death
8/4/2020
Year Placed On Wall
2022
Multiple Line of Duty Incident
No information available
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Website Comments
It is with deepest regret and sorrow to report the line-of-duty death of Firefighter/EMT Anthony C. Christensen, IAFF 12th District Local 2174, Naples, FL. Brother Christensen, 55, passed away on August 4, 2020 from Covid-19 as a result of being exposed on the job.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Camber Park, 755 8th Ave S, Naples FL 34102

Expressions of sympathy or condolences for the family or the Local can be sent to IAFF Local 2174, PO Box 9754, Naples FL 34101-9754.
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Biographical Comments
On August 4, 2020, heaven welcomed another angel when firefighter Tony Christensen lost his month-long battle with Covid-19. Tony, A Naples Fire-Rescue firefighter for 22 years, continued the family tradition and followed in his father Morton Christensen's firefighting footsteps.
The list is endless when discussing the number of individuals whose lives Tony touched. The same theme always surfaces however, when his name is mentioned...caring, giving, compassionate, generous, soft-hearted. The word "no" was not in his vocabulary. If you needed a mentor, a hand up or listening ear, Tony was the one. Tony opened his heart to all in need.
His kindness did not extend to just those on 2 legs. He was an avid animal lover as well and was always first on scene when it came to saving a furry/feathered friend in distress.
No other profession could have better suited Tony. He not only exemplified the role of firefighter, but his dedication to the community knew no bounds. He left an indelible mark not only on his firefighting family, but on Naples as a whole.
Tonys had a heart of gold which continues to shine brighter with each passing day. For those left behind, including his dedicated wife Diane Phillips Christensen, his mother Jetta, sisters Lori and Lisa, step children Bobby and Joleen, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, his firefighting family and all that knew and loved him, the loss is immeasurable. His spirit of generosity, family devotion, his deep infectious laugh and big bear hugs will remain in the hearts and minds of all who knew him.
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