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Last Alarm: Captain Michael Goodwin, Sr.


	Last Alarm: Captain Michael Goodwin, Sr. --- This week Philadelphia mourns the loss of its third firefighter in the past year. Captain Michael Goodwin died in the line of duty when the roof of a burning building in South Philadelphia collapsed, dropping 29-year veteran Goodwin into the inferno below. --- In this view of the funeral procession, Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers and his distinguished officers march in front of Fire Engine 53, the "caisson" carrying the casket of the fallen firefighter to the church where he was married and in which his children were baptized. The Honor Guard rides with Captain Goodwin's casket. --- Two additional photos are posted in the discussion area. --- Michelle Alton
	Pallbearers Receive Casket From Honor Guard --- Michelle Alton
	Mayor Nutter and City Council march behind --- Michael Nutter, Philadelphia Mayor, and City Council march behind the funeral Caisson, Engine 53. Michelle Alton

Michelle Alton

In these two photos: Michael Nutter, Philadelphia Mayor, and the Philadelphia City Council march behind the funeral caisson, and Firefighter Pallbearers receive Captain Goodwin's casket from the Honor Guard.

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April 13, 2013

Monnie Ryan

Outstanding photos, but a very sad occasion.

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April 13, 2013

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These are powerful images Michelle - Outstanding job covering the event!

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April 13, 2013

Tiia Vissak

sad news but great images...

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April 13, 2013

- William C. Raco

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Outstanding photojournalism, Michelle
My condolences and thanks to Michael Goodwin and his family.

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April 13, 2013

Ray Thoms

You have shown the amazing feelings with these images...hard to look at but well done!

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April 13, 2013

Robert R. Goodman

Hi Michelle,Beautiful tribute my friend.Our prayers go out to his family!!!

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April 13, 2013

- Jill Odice

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Wonderful tribute and photo journalism Michelle!

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April 13, 2013

frank w. degenhardt

I work with and am honored to know so many fire fighters and law enforcement officers. Its always such a sad day when we lose one in the line of duty. It is gut wrenching to see them come into the hospital and see the anguish of his comrades waiting to see if they will make it. This is so emotional and sad Michelle, but I am glad you brought the picture and story to us.

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April 13, 2013

John Connolly

Excellent graphic images of this sad event, Michelle! Great journalistic captures!

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April 14, 2013

- Dayna Cain

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Your work is amazing.

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April 14, 2013

- Janet McNeil

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Beautiful capture of this sad event- my brother's house burned down last November and we owe so much to the brave men and women risking their lives for us. Great work, Michelle!

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April 14, 2013

Gord MacEachern

Glad you posted this sombre time Michelle, images and info very well done!

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April 21, 2013

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