Line of Duty Deaths Database

Anthony Benelisha
Name
Anthony Benelisha
Local
L0522, Sacramento Area Fire Fighters
Gender
Male
Age
32
District
10
Occupation
Fire Fighter/Paramedic
Type of Duty
Fire Suppression
Fatal Injury Cause
Contact/Exposure - Smoke/Toxic Fire Prod.
Nature of Fatal Injury
Cancer - Rectal
Date of Death
2/7/2024
Year Placed On Wall
2025
Multiple Line of Duty Incident
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Website Comments
It is with deepest regret and sorrow that we report the line-of-duty death of Fire Fighter/Paramedic Anthony Benelisha, IAFF 10th District Local 522, Sacramento, California. Brother Benelisha, 32, passed away on Feb. 7, 2024 after succumbing to occupational cancer.

A public Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, Mar. 2, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Bayside Adventure Church, 6401 Stanford Ranch Road, Roseville, CA 95678; phone: (916) 791-1244.

Expressions of sympathy and condolences for the local and the family can be sent to IAFF Local 522, 3720 Folsom Blvd Frnt, Sacramento, CA 95816-6727.
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Biographical Comments
-Anthony Benelisha was not only an exemplary firefighter but also a dedicated union brother, and above all, a loving father, husband, and son. He was admired for his unwavering commitment to his family and his profession.

-Above all, Anthony was a devoted family man. His love for his wife Ashleigh and daughter Nellie was evident in every aspect of his life.His family was his pride and joy, and his legacy of love will continue to guide them.
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