Honor Fallen First Responder

13, 2018, at the age of 57; and WHEREAS, Lisa A. Scheuermann was born to Douglas and Patricia (Barber) Hehn on April 25, 1961, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; after graduating from high school in 1979, she earned her degree from Oklahoma State University; and WHEREAS, Lisa A. Scheuermann distinguished herself in her profession and by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of her community; and WHEREAS, For 28 years, Lisa A. Scheuermann served as an Emergency Services Dispatcher for the Town of New Windsor Police Department; she was also a travel agent, and an EMT/First Aid/CPR instructor who trained hundreds of local EMTs and police officers; and WHEREAS, Lisa A. Scheuermann's commitment to excellence, and her spirit of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including charitable and civic endeavors; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to the community in which she lived, worked and played, Lisa A. Scheuermann was a 35-year member of the Goshen Volunteer Ambulance Corps (GOVAC), an associate member of the Cataract Engine and Hose Company, and an Orange County EMS Deputy Coordinator; and WHEREAS, Affectionately known as "Mama," by hundreds of first responders from throughout the county, Lisa A. Scheuermann was known as someone who cared more than most; she always went the extra mile, making it her responsibility to check in on a corps members who might have experienced a bad call; and WHEREAS, Lisa A. Scheuermann was always looking for ways to help GOVAC; after pursuing various grant opportunities, she was instrumental in providing "Annies," the doll-like figures used to teach CPR techniques, and several other pieces of vital equipment to the corps; and WHEREAS, When she was not working or helping someone, Lisa A. Scheuermann loved to spend time with her family, enjoyed traveling and country music, and was a huge Walt Disney fan; and WHEREAS, Predeceased by her mother, Patricia B. Hehn, Lisa A. Scheuermann is survived by her husband of 23 years, Bill Scheuermann; her father, Douglas Hehn; one daughter, Shannon (Wayne) Stansfield; one son, Charles (Michelle) Gambuti; two sisters, Pamela Hehn and Beth Hehn; one stepbrother, Tony Inda; one stepsister, Jan Bayless, and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins, as well as a legion of fellow first responders who will long treasurer her memory; and WHEREAS, Lisa A. Scheuermann's family feels truly blessed to have known and loved her; she was a devoted mother and a beloved wife who dedicated her life to caring for her family; she will be remembered as a warm and caring friend who was always ready to lend a helping hand; and WHEREAS, Throughout her meritorious life, Lisa A. Scheuermann touched many through her kindness and commitment to service, and, as we recall the loss of this remarkable woman, we memorialize her remarkable life and the enormous impact she had on everyone with whom she came in contact; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to convey its grateful appreciation and heartfelt regret in recognition of a devoted dispatcher and first responder who dedicated her purposeful life and career in faithful service to her family and community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to mourn the death of Lisa A. Scheuermann, Emergency Services Dispatcher, first responder and devoted member of her community; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the family of Lisa A. Scheuermann.