JACKSON – Firefighters, family and residents are mourning the loss of a noted fireman from Jackson Fire District No. 3.
A statement from Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 Station 55 stated, “it is with deep regret the line-of-duty announces the death of Honorary Chief Nicholas A. Prioli.”
“Chief Prioli had just returned from responding to a motor vehicle accident in Jackson Township when he suffered a medical emergency and passed away. Chief Prioli was a Life Member of the department with more than 26 years of service and he currently served as the Department Safety Officer and Treasurer,” the announcement added.
Prioli leaves behind a large family. “Please keep Pop and his family in your prayers. Funeral arrangements will follow. May he rest in peace. Prayers for the family,” Chief Timothy Carson said.
“Nick was an incredible man and an important part of his fire company. He gave everything he had for his town, his family, and his fellow firefighters, and I think the reaction of the people who knew him best speaks to just how great a person he was. He will be missed.,” Council Vice President Martin Flemming and long time fire company volunteer said.
