WESTLAKE VILLAGE — On Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., the fire service community will come together to honor and celebrate the life of Ventura County Fire Engineer Tommy Minadeo.
Engineer Tommy Minadeo, 32, of Ventura, was diagnosed with job-related cancer in October and had been undergoing chemotherapy before passing away on Friday, March 7.
In honor of his dedication and sacrifice, a full firefighter honors tribute will be held, recognizing his unwavering commitment to the community.
He is survived by his mother, Diana Minadeo; his fiancé, Vanessa Gubbels; his brother, Anthony; and his sister, Jackie Minadeo-Spittler. Together, they mourn his loss and support one another during this difficult time.
The event will feature:
Sea of Blue – Firefighters standing at attention for the family’s arrival
Bell Ceremony – The symbolic ringing of the last alarm
Pipes & Drums and Honor Guard – A tradition of remembrance
Flag Ceremony – A solemn tradition
The Ventura County Fire Department and Tommy’s family invite the public to join in this solemn yet uplifting tribute to a firefighter who gave so much to his community.
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Calvary Community Church, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA 91362
We ask all attendees to RSVP using the link below:
https://vcfd.formstack.com/forms/rsvp_tommy_minadeo
We hope you will join us in paying tribute to his dedication, service, and lasting impact on our community.
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