LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — A funeral service was held Saturday, March 7, for Las Vegas Fire & Rescue Engineer Kelly Brinkerhoff, honoring his life and service.
Members of the community were able to tune in online to pay their respects as family, friends, and fellow firefighters gathered for the solemn ceremony.
The service included excerpts from a joint obituary prepared by Las Vegas Fire & Rescue and the Brinkerhoff family, highlighting his impact both in and out of the firehouse.
Beyond his professional achievements, Brinkerhoff was remembered as a trusted friend, mentor, and brother to many within the department. His passing leaves a profound loss felt throughout Las Vegas Fire & Rescue and the broader Southern Nevada fire service community.
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“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Engineer Brinkerhoff’s family, loved ones, and all those who had the privilege of serving alongside him,” the joint obituary stated. “The members of Las Vegas Fire & Rescue will continue to honor his life, his service, and his dedication to protecting others.”
Brinkerhoff died following a single-vehicle collision on Wednesday, February 25 near mile marker 28 in Lander County, about one mile east of Austin Summit.
Troopers said a blue Freightliner “bobtail” truck was traveling east on U.S. 50 when the driver failed to negotiate a right-hand curve, crossed into the westbound lane, left the roadway, hit a road sign and overturned, coming to rest on its right side on the dirt shoulder.
The driver would later be identified as Brinkerhoff, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Las Vegas Fire & Rescue has pledged to carry forward his legacy of service, leadership, and dedication to the community he served.
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