Retired police officer dies after being pulled from house fire in Revere
'This is a very sad day for the Revere Fire Department and the City of Revere,' Acting Fire Chief James E. Cullen said in a statement. 'Mr. Serino was beloved in our community. He served as a US Marine and a Revere Police officer for many years, and his son is a Revere firefighter. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and many loved ones.'
It took firefighters about 20 minutes to knock down most of the heavy fire, but the building sustained significant damage. All the residents are displaced, officials said.
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The fire is still under investigation, but it does not appear to be suspicious, officials said.
Revere's interim police chief, Maria A. LaVita, said Serino was a member of the city's police department from 1979 to 2013.
'He was quick-witted and always smiling,' LaVita said. 'We will miss him immensely.'
Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr. said Serino was 'a community staple, who took pride in his home and his family.'
'He comes from a lineage of Reverians with a rich history in public service, and we are grateful for his, and his family's, contributions to the betterment of our city,' he said. 'We will all miss driving by his legendary holiday decorations, of which he dedicated so much time and care.'
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