John Esch Obituary, Paramedic identified as one of the victims killed in Clinton County crash

John Esch Obituary – The Lansing Township Fire Department has reported that one of the individuals who lost their life in the tragic Clinton County accident on Saturday was a member of their team.

John Esch, a 30-year-old firefighter and paramedic from Lansing Township, was fatally injured in the incident, along with his family member, Daniel Harris. The accident occurred in Watertown Township on May 18 as they were walking to a relative’s house. Several of his family members sustained injuries, including his wife.

In a statement released by the fire department, they expressed their deep appreciation to neighboring fire departments for their continuous support during this challenging period. These departments have stepped in to cover shifts for their personnel who responded to the accident scene and those who worked closely with John. The fire department also acknowledged the care and assistance received from the fire service and the local community for John and his family. John was recognized for his compassion and expertise as a paramedic, as well as his dedication as a firefighter. He had been a part of the Department since July 2020, serving the community and the emergency services with honor.

The fire department mentioned that details regarding the funeral arrangements are still pending. For now, memorial contributions and messages of condolence can be directed to the following address until a fund is established: Lansing Township Professional Firefighters Union-Local 2258
3301 West Michigan Ave.