Tom "TJ" Marovich Memorial Photo Page

Died July 21, 2009, age 20

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Sending Tom "Home" 7/24/09

Massive salute and sendoff with bagpipes

Final Salute

		Tom "TJ" Marovich


Willow Creek Memorial 7/22/09

Thomas J. Marovich, 20, of Hayward California was fatally injured on 7/21/09 while performing routine rappel proficiency skill training, at the Backbone Helibase in Willow Creek. "TJ" was a second year apprentice with the Forest Service at the Modoc National Forest. He was working with the Chester Helitack Crew from the Lassen National Forest. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. We will remember him, for he was our brother. Ab. Hotlist thread Condolences thread

Tom and his dad This is my favorite picture of Tom Jr. and I. "Best Buds Forever. I love you, son. Dad." -Thomas D. Marovich, Sr.

		Here are some pics of Tom. I served for 1 year with him as an explorer in the City of Fremont CA Thank you, Josh Leines

These pictures were taken June 19th 2009 at the Chester Helibase. The Flight Crew was working on their rappel certification.
	Tom is the 6th person from the left with his back to the camera.		Tom is thought to be the 2nd person from the left (first person in the flight helmet).

The following pictures were taken October 17th 2009 at the California Fallen Firefighter Ceremony in Sacramento CA

All of California's 2009 Fallen Firefighters are honored.

FS Honor Guard	Flag Carriers		Procession

Forest Service FF		Honor Guard
		Sacramento Memorial photos compliments of Fire Mom.
Forest Service Salute	Paul with Tom's Flag
*If you have any photos or remembrances of Tom to share, please send them in. Ab.*