In memory of Firefighter Lori Ann Boelkes
Warrens Area Fire District · Warrens, WI
Lori Ann Boelkes, Firefighter of Warrens Area Fire District, a firefighter / EMS, died in the line of duty on February 27, 2025 in Warrens, WI.
Record
- Rank: Firefighter
- Department: Warrens Area Fire District
- Location: Warrens, WI
- End of watch: February 27, 2025
- Nature of death: Cerebrovascular Accident
- Years of service: 11
- Age: 56
Circumstances
Firefighter Lori Boelkes responded to a motor vehicle crash on February 14, 2025, at 1:36 p.m. as the driver of Tender 1. Firefighter Boelkes cleared the scene at 1:47 p.m. and returned to the station. While driving home from the station, Firefighter Boelkes became ill. Her husband took her to a hospital where it was determined she had a stroke. Firefighter Boelkes was transferred to a medical center where she passed away on February 27, 2025, due to complications of the stroke.
This record appears on the RESPONDin line-of-duty memorial wall, a public remembrance of first responders who died in the line of duty. Source: usfa import.