Annie MacPhee, a paramedic for more than 30 years, was on her way to work at the Island EMS Montague base when the collision occurred around 7:30 p.m. on route 3. Her vehicle crossed the center line and collided with a professional pumping station. The driver of this vehicle was not injured, said an RCMP press release. An RCMP traffic associate was present at the scene and a medical examination has been scheduled to determine the causes of the incident. Annie MacPhee, a paramedic and PEI firefighter, died after being hit by a motor vehicle on June 18. Photo by the Crapaud Fire Department.
Community support
Go Fund Me was founded on June 19 to help the MacPhee family with funeral expenses and within an hour the goal was achieved. This does not surprise Jason Woodbury, president of the Paramedic Association and also a firefighter and paramedic. “We did not think it would take long,” he said, referring to the rapid show of support. Go Fund Me was co-organized by Island EMS, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 3324 and the Paramedics Association of PEI “Annie will definitely be missing in the EMS world here on Prince Edward Island. “It was definitely a legend,” said Woodbury. “I have worked with her for over 22 years and started working with her at the Royal Ambulance in Summerside.” MacPhee was also vice president of CUPE Local 3324. “The local is definitely in pain right now, he’s mourning,” Woodbury said, with a catch in his voice as he acknowledged his sadness. “He was an amazing person. . She will definitely miss it. Provided amazing EMS care for the 32 years he served at PEI » MacPhee recently received a 30-year service medal from the lieutenant in May, Woodbury said. PEI rescuers are mourning the death of Annie MacPhee, a longtime paramedic and firefighter who died in a highway accident. – Contributed
Very lost
News of MacPhee’s death quickly circulated among the first PEI response communities, and social media was highlighted with black bands in the blue star of life symbol, as the first responders signaled their grief. MacPhee, a Bonshaw resident, has also been a member of the Crapaud Volunteer Fire Department since 2007. The department posted a message on social media on the afternoon of June 18. “This year was Annie’s 15th year as an active firefighter. “He has brought so much wisdom, humor, wild faith and knowledge to our department,” the post wrote. “Annie was a friend you could always count on. He was not only a firefighter but also one of the toughest. She was a teacher who passed on her knowledge to her colleagues and to her fellow firefighters. She was a paramedic who has saved many lives in her 30-year career. She was Blaine’s wife, whom he cared for to the end. And most importantly, a mom, to her incredible children that she was so proud of. ” The fire department expressed condolences and support to the MacPhee family, including Chester’s father, sister Shelley, children Tiffany and Noelle and her precious puppies. MacPhee was preceded by Norma’s mother and her husband, fellow firefighter Blaine. “To Annie. We are forever grateful for everything you have done. For your knowledge, your jokes, your compassion, your hard work and your camaraderie. “Calm down sister, we’ll get it from here.”
