A veteran Volusia County (FL) paramedic died after a “courageous battle” with COVID-19, officials said.
Gerald “Jerry” Jones died on Sunday. He was 51 years old.
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“Jerry made a difference in so many lives during his 21 years of service in Volusia County, and held a presence that brought smiles to his coworkers and comfort to his patients day after day,” Volusia County EMS – IAEP Local 77 wrote on Facebook. “We are keeping Jerry’s entire family in our thoughts as we mourn the passing of our friend and colleague.”