Todd Rummel, 44, who became chief of the Three Forks Fire Department on May 6, was killed in a head-on collision while driving a Three Forks fire engine back from Helena, where it had undergone repairs. Five occupants of the second vehicle involved in the crash were also killed. The crash resulted in an "instantaneous explosion" that was described as "an inferno." There were no survivors. Rummel, who joined Three Forks Fire in 2006, was a 29-year veteran of firefighting who served most of that time as a volunteer at the Haycock Fire Company in Quakerstown, Pa., where he was a lifetime member.
∼Todd Allen Rummel Obituary - June 20, 2014
Todd Allen Rummel, 43 years old, of Three Forks, MT, died on June 19, 2014 while serving his community as the Volunteer Fire Chief of the Three Forks Fire Department.
Todd was born on November 10, 1970 in Quakertown, PA to Allen and Barbara Rummel.
Todd is survived by his parents, his sister Beth Rummel-Flaming, niece Jenna, nephew Max, aunts Beverly Ewer and Kim Rummel, and his girlfriend, the love of his life, Brandi Steward and her son Marshall. He valued his Montana family; Brenda Steward, Erin DeWitt, Sammie DeWitt, and numerous close friends.
Todd was raised in Milford Township and graduated from Quakertown High School and from Upper Bucks County Technical School as an automotive mechanic in the class of 1989. Todd served his community throughout his life, first as a firefighting officer for the Milford Township Fire Department, and as a life member of the Haycock Fire Company. Todd served in a variety of roles including Dive Team Member, Quick Response Unit EMT, Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief, and Deputy Chief.
In 2006, Todd followed his heart and moved to Three Forks, MT. He began volunteering with the Three Forks Fire Department, becoming Fire Chief on May 6, 2014. Todd was employed as a mechanic at Farr Automotive in Bozeman.
On Todd's last day, he was driving a fire engine down the street when he was flagged down by a young boy. Todd stopped the engine and invited the child and his father for a ride, demonstrating the lights and sirens. When they returned the boy and his dad were grinning non-stop, as was Todd. Todd will be remembered for his selfless attitude, for the passion with which he lived his life, and for his commitment to his community and cherished loved ones. He was a leader, a mentor, and most importantly, a role model for Brandi's son Marshall with whom he had a special bond. Todd had a huge heart and was a friend to all he met.
The funeral service for Todd A. Rummel will be held at the Three Forks High School on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 2 pm. A formal emergency vehicle procession will precede the service starting at noon. Flowers may be sent to 13 E. Date Street, Three Forks, MT.
Donations can be made In Memory of Todd Rummel at the Manhattan Bank in Three Forks.
∼Todd Allen Rummel Obituary - June 20, 2014
Todd Allen Rummel, 43 years old, of Three Forks, MT, died on June 19, 2014 while serving his community as the Volunteer Fire Chief of the Three Forks Fire Department.
Todd was born on November 10, 1970 in Quakertown, PA to Allen and Barbara Rummel.
Todd is survived by his parents, his sister Beth Rummel-Flaming, niece Jenna, nephew Max, aunts Beverly Ewer and Kim Rummel, and his girlfriend, the love of his life, Brandi Steward and her son Marshall. He valued his Montana family; Brenda Steward, Erin DeWitt, Sammie DeWitt, and numerous close friends.
Todd was raised in Milford Township and graduated from Quakertown High School and from Upper Bucks County Technical School as an automotive mechanic in the class of 1989. Todd served his community throughout his life, first as a firefighting officer for the Milford Township Fire Department, and as a life member of the Haycock Fire Company. Todd served in a variety of roles including Dive Team Member, Quick Response Unit EMT, Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief, and Deputy Chief.
In 2006, Todd followed his heart and moved to Three Forks, MT. He began volunteering with the Three Forks Fire Department, becoming Fire Chief on May 6, 2014. Todd was employed as a mechanic at Farr Automotive in Bozeman.
On Todd's last day, he was driving a fire engine down the street when he was flagged down by a young boy. Todd stopped the engine and invited the child and his father for a ride, demonstrating the lights and sirens. When they returned the boy and his dad were grinning non-stop, as was Todd. Todd will be remembered for his selfless attitude, for the passion with which he lived his life, and for his commitment to his community and cherished loved ones. He was a leader, a mentor, and most importantly, a role model for Brandi's son Marshall with whom he had a special bond. Todd had a huge heart and was a friend to all he met.
The funeral service for Todd A. Rummel will be held at the Three Forks High School on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 2 pm. A formal emergency vehicle procession will precede the service starting at noon. Flowers may be sent to 13 E. Date Street, Three Forks, MT.
Donations can be made In Memory of Todd Rummel at the Manhattan Bank in Three Forks.
Todd Rummel, 44, who became chief of the Three Forks Fire Department on May 6, was killed in a head-on collision while driving a Three Forks fire engine back from Helena, where it had undergone repairs. Five occupants of the second vehicle involved in the crash were also killed. The crash resulted in an "instantaneous explosion" that was described as "an inferno." There were no survivors. Rummel, who joined Three Forks Fire in 2006, was a 29-year veteran of firefighting who served most of that time as a volunteer at the Haycock Fire Company in Quakerstown, Pa., where he was a lifetime member.
∼Todd Allen Rummel Obituary - June 20, 2014
Todd Allen Rummel, 43 years old, of Three Forks, MT, died on June 19, 2014 while serving his community as the Volunteer Fire Chief of the Three Forks Fire Department.
Todd was born on November 10, 1970 in Quakertown, PA to Allen and Barbara Rummel.
Todd is survived by his parents, his sister Beth Rummel-Flaming, niece Jenna, nephew Max, aunts Beverly Ewer and Kim Rummel, and his girlfriend, the love of his life, Brandi Steward and her son Marshall. He valued his Montana family; Brenda Steward, Erin DeWitt, Sammie DeWitt, and numerous close friends.
Todd was raised in Milford Township and graduated from Quakertown High School and from Upper Bucks County Technical School as an automotive mechanic in the class of 1989. Todd served his community throughout his life, first as a firefighting officer for the Milford Township Fire Department, and as a life member of the Haycock Fire Company. Todd served in a variety of roles including Dive Team Member, Quick Response Unit EMT, Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief, and Deputy Chief.
In 2006, Todd followed his heart and moved to Three Forks, MT. He began volunteering with the Three Forks Fire Department, becoming Fire Chief on May 6, 2014. Todd was employed as a mechanic at Farr Automotive in Bozeman.
On Todd's last day, he was driving a fire engine down the street when he was flagged down by a young boy. Todd stopped the engine and invited the child and his father for a ride, demonstrating the lights and sirens. When they returned the boy and his dad were grinning non-stop, as was Todd. Todd will be remembered for his selfless attitude, for the passion with which he lived his life, and for his commitment to his community and cherished loved ones. He was a leader, a mentor, and most importantly, a role model for Brandi's son Marshall with whom he had a special bond. Todd had a huge heart and was a friend to all he met.
The funeral service for Todd A. Rummel will be held at the Three Forks High School on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 2 pm. A formal emergency vehicle procession will precede the service starting at noon. Flowers may be sent to 13 E. Date Street, Three Forks, MT.
Donations can be made In Memory of Todd Rummel at the Manhattan Bank in Three Forks.
∼Todd Allen Rummel Obituary - June 20, 2014
Todd Allen Rummel, 43 years old, of Three Forks, MT, died on June 19, 2014 while serving his community as the Volunteer Fire Chief of the Three Forks Fire Department.
Todd was born on November 10, 1970 in Quakertown, PA to Allen and Barbara Rummel.
Todd is survived by his parents, his sister Beth Rummel-Flaming, niece Jenna, nephew Max, aunts Beverly Ewer and Kim Rummel, and his girlfriend, the love of his life, Brandi Steward and her son Marshall. He valued his Montana family; Brenda Steward, Erin DeWitt, Sammie DeWitt, and numerous close friends.
Todd was raised in Milford Township and graduated from Quakertown High School and from Upper Bucks County Technical School as an automotive mechanic in the class of 1989. Todd served his community throughout his life, first as a firefighting officer for the Milford Township Fire Department, and as a life member of the Haycock Fire Company. Todd served in a variety of roles including Dive Team Member, Quick Response Unit EMT, Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief, and Deputy Chief.
In 2006, Todd followed his heart and moved to Three Forks, MT. He began volunteering with the Three Forks Fire Department, becoming Fire Chief on May 6, 2014. Todd was employed as a mechanic at Farr Automotive in Bozeman.
On Todd's last day, he was driving a fire engine down the street when he was flagged down by a young boy. Todd stopped the engine and invited the child and his father for a ride, demonstrating the lights and sirens. When they returned the boy and his dad were grinning non-stop, as was Todd. Todd will be remembered for his selfless attitude, for the passion with which he lived his life, and for his commitment to his community and cherished loved ones. He was a leader, a mentor, and most importantly, a role model for Brandi's son Marshall with whom he had a special bond. Todd had a huge heart and was a friend to all he met.
The funeral service for Todd A. Rummel will be held at the Three Forks High School on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at 2 pm. A formal emergency vehicle procession will precede the service starting at noon. Flowers may be sent to 13 E. Date Street, Three Forks, MT.
Donations can be made In Memory of Todd Rummel at the Manhattan Bank in Three Forks.
