Our condolences to the Maddy family and the Eaton Volunteer Fire
Department of Indiana. FireFighter Jay Maddy, 41, a 20 year veteran
of the Eaton Volunteer Fire Department, died Friday May 23, 2008.
The town of Eaton was on high alert after a rash of 21 arson fires
in a 24 hours. A town curfew was established and Jay was on fire
watch when he suffered chest pains. He was rushed to Ball Memorial
Hospital in Muncie, but passed away from his injuries shortly after.
Two suspects, a juvenile and an 18-year-old male, have been arrested
in connection with the series of fires.
Our brother Jay leaves behind his wife Traci and his two teenage sons
Cory and Kevin. A visitation for Jay will be held on Thursday May 29,
2008 1-8PM at the Eaton Elementary School. A funeral for Jay will be
held on Friday May 30, 2008 12PM at Delta High School in Muncie.
A memorial fund has been established and donations can be made to:
