| Year Honored | |
|---|---|
| 1999 | |
| Honoree | |
| Brenda M Leinweber | |
| Agency | |
| Valley AirCare | |
| Agency City | |
| Harlingen | |
| Agency State | |
| TX | |
| Last Call | |
| 6/5/98 | |
| Cause of Death | |
| Medical Aviation Accident | |
| Biography | |
| "She dedicated her time here and was a fantastic cook for the medics," Wilks said. "She would sometimes bake them cookies," said a friend. Those who knew her said Leinweber was always positive with a bright smile and kind words for everyone.<br /> <br /> Brenda Leinweber, 46, of South Padre Island was a senior flight medic for Valley AirCare. She was a certified paramedic and training officer for Brownsville EMS. When Leinweber wasn't working at Brownsville EMS, she could be found working the hours away at Harlingen EMS in a career she clearly loved.<br /> <br /> Brenda lost her life, along with her two partners on June 5, 1998 in a helicopter crash en route to an accident. The helicopter was owned and operated by Harlingen Community Emergency Care Foundation, Inc. A spokeswoman for Harlingen stated the Valley AirCare personnel were deeply involved in a "community that supports and recognizes our mission."<br /> <br /> She is survived by her daughter, Erica Leinweber, parents, Buddy and Lory Moore, and sister, Cindy.<br /> <br /> Honored 1999 |
The United States Official National EMS Memorial Service
