Our condolences to the Garman and Jutte families and the New Bremen German Township Fire Department of Ohio. FireFighters John Garman, 40, a 10 year veteran, and FireFighter Kenneth Jutte, 44, an 18 year veteran of the New Bremen German Township Fire Department died Wednesday October 10, 2003. John and Kenneth were killed by a dust explosion while fighting a fire in a silo at Hoge Lumber in New Knoxville. Five other firefighters and two civilians were also injured during the explosion.

     A viewing for Kenneth will be held Friday October 3, 2003 2-8PM at Holy Redeemer Church in New Bremen. A memorial service for Kenneth will be held Friday October 3, 2003 6PM. A funeral mass for Kenneth will be held Saturday October 4, 2003 10:30AM at Holy Redeemer Church.

     A viewing for John will be held Sunday October 5, 2003 2-8PM at Holy Redeemer Church in New Bremen. A memorial service for John will be held Sunday October 5, 2003 6PM. A funeral mass for John will be held Moday October 6, 2003 10:30AM at Holy Redeemer Church.

     A memorial fund has been established and donations can be made to: