Firefighter Leonard Coney was exposed to Covid-19 during his tour of duty, and ultimately succumbed to complications of Covid-19.
Firefighter Coney has been a member of the Shreveport Fire Department since August 2007, proudly serving almost 14 years.
He spent his career working on C-Shift and was assigned to Medic 5 at Fire Station No. 5 on Stoner Avenue.
“Leonard Coney was a public servant in the truest sense of the term. He made the ultimate sacrifice while serving his city during a public health emergency and the City of Shreveport will be forever grateful,” said Mayor Adrian Perkins. “I ask that everyone join me in praying for Mr. Coney’s family during this difficult time, and that they honor his legacy by helping slow the spread of this virus in our community.”
The City of Shreveport asks citizens to keep his family and the Shreveport Fire Department in their prayers as they grieve this tragic loss.
“Leonard Coney gave his life in service to our community. He had the kindest spirit about him and he held a high compassion for meeting the needs of our citizens. He will be greatly missed by all SFD Brothers and Sisters. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. - John 15:13” – Fire Chief Edwin Scott Wolverton.
Firefighter Leonard Coney was exposed to Covid-19 during his tour of duty and ultimately succumbed to complications of Covid-19.
| Age: | 41 |
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| Rank: | Firefighter |
| Classification: | Career |
| Incident date: | December 25, 2020 10:58 a.m. |
| Date of death: | January 6, 2021 |
| Cause of death: | Exposure |
| Nature of death: | Other |
| Activity type: | EMS/Patient Care |
| Emergency duty: | Yes |
| Duty type: | On-Scene Non-Fire |
| Fixed property use: | Residential |