Ind. Fire Chief Dies of Apparent Heart Attack

    Feb. 9, 2014
    Munster Chief James Knesek, 59, has been at the helm since 2005.

    An apparent heart attack has left an Indiana fire department without a chief.

    Munster Fire Chief James Knesek, died Saturday afternoon from an apparent heart attack.

    Knesek, 59, has been the chief since 2005..

    On its website, the department announced: "It is with deep regret and profound sadness that the Munster  Fire Department announces the death of its Chief, James Knesek on 8 February 2014 - Time of service: 1979 to 2014 - James's assignment is completed and he has returned to quarters.".

    Funeral services will be announced later.

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