Marco Antonio Lopez
American Ambulance/SkyLife Helicopter
Fresno, California
Marco Antonio Lopez, or Tony as some called him, began his medical career as a US Navy Combat Nurse during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He loved helping people in need and his desire to provide pre-hospital care led him to become a Critical Care Flight Nurse.
On the evening of December 10, 2015, 42-year-old Navy veteran and Flight Nurse Marco Antonio Lopez was transporting a critically ill patient when the helicopter crashed, killing all on board.
Marco was engaged and was father to a young son and a young daughter. Marco loved the challenges and rewards that came with his job.
Honored 2016