Marion County Fire Rescue issued the following announcement on March 4.
FROM THE DESK OF FIRE CHIEF JAMES BANTA
It is with my deepest regret that I announce the passing of Driver Engineer Nicholas Zancanata. Nicholas passed away yesterday, March 3, 2022. He leaves behind a wife and two children.
Driver Engineer Zancanata was a 14-year veteran firefighter who joined the ranks of Marion County Fire Rescue on August 4, 2008. He rose through the ranks from FF/EMT, to FF/PM, and finally to Driver Engineer. As a driver, Nicholas served at our Silver Springs Shores Station #17, South Marion Station #6, and Golden Ocala Station #20.
During our mourning period, let us support one another. If you need to talk, please reach out to someone you feel comfortable with. We have a great asset with Chaplain Joe LaCognata. Please utilize him as he is available 24/7. Your department’s senior staff is here for support as well. We will get through this trying time together.
Badge covers are authorized to be worn for the next thirty calendar days. Class “A” uniforms are to be worn by all sworn personnel attending any related services. (Black ties as applicable.)
The Departmental Funeral Contingency Plan has been implemented and all planning shall proceed through proper channels. As more information becomes available, the public information officer will update the department.
Original source can be found here.
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