Chief Laun was well known for the BMA video during his retirement
FirefighterNation Staff
SYRACUSE, New York — Syracuse Fire Firefighters Local 280 announced the death of Deputy Fire Chief (retired) Thomas Laun on Wednesday.
Chief Laun is described as having been “larger than life” with a deep love for the fire service.
In a Facebook post the union also described him as being extremely well-respected and always for the men.
Chief Laun gained recognition outside of Syracuse and in his retirement in a video by Syracuse.com as part of the coverage of the closing of Engine Company 7 where Luan was captain.
In the video short Laun tells a reporter the meaning behind ‘BMA.’
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