Honorees

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Year Honored
2009
Honoree
David J. Wetter, Jr.
Agency
Marthasville Community Ambulance District
Agency City
Marthasville
Agency State
MO
Last Call
3/2/08
Cause of Death
Non Ambulance Involved MVC
Biography
David was a fun guy. It took him a while to find his calling in life, but once he did, it was serious business. That calling was rescue services and he thought of little else, working hard at becoming a good paramedic/firefighter. David had a bright future; he was smart and compassionate, such an inspiring young man.<br /> <br /> David Joseph Wetter, 22, died in the line of duty March 2, 2008. He died when his car was struck by another vehicle that had veered into the oncoming lane during heavy rains.<br /> <br /> David worked as a paramedic for Marthasville Community Ambulance District. He attended Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, Missouri, and Wright City Fire Academy. In 2007 he graduated from the St. Charles County Ambulance District Paramedic program.<br /> <br /> It is sad to lose one so young and so willing to serve mankind; he earned his wings and his strong shoulders were needed to help others.<br /> <br /> Honored 2009