Michael L. Parson, 57th Governor of Missouri | Missouri Gov. Michael Parson
Michael L. Parson, 57th Governor of Missouri | Missouri Gov. Michael Parson
Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that flags will be flown at half-staff in honor of St. Louis Fire Department Firefighter Lee M. Kraus. The U.S. and Missouri flags will be lowered at government buildings in the City of St. Louis, the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City, and firehouses statewide on Wednesday, July 9, from sunrise to sunset.
Governor Kehoe remarked on Kraus's dedication: “Lee Kraus committed his life to public service at age 22 and remained steadfast in that commitment for over three decades, no matter how dangerous the emergency or trying the circumstances.” He highlighted Kraus's career transition from an EMT to a firefighter over 27 years, during which he responded to numerous emergencies with professionalism and compassion.
Firefighter Kraus passed away on July 1 at the age of 52 after experiencing a medical emergency while on duty on June 29. Flags will remain at half-staff until he is laid to rest.
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