Above: Foxborough Firefighters will hold a fundraiser at Waxy O’Connors this Thursday night
(Photo from Facebook)
Last May, Southborough resident and former Southborough firefighter PJ Phaneuf was injured in an ATV accident. His injuries included 3rd and 4th degree burns to his foot, requiring expansive reconstructive surgery.
At the time of the accident, Phaneuf was working as a firefighter and paramedic for Foxborough. As a result of his injuries, he is unable to return to work.
Phaneuf’s colleagues are now raising funds to help him with medical and recovery expenses. They are holding an event this week and collecting direct contributions.
Phaneuf’s sister, Laura Bertonazzi asked me to share:
As a means to assist PJ with his recovery, the Foxborough Professional Firefighters Local 2252 is hosting a fundraising event on November 21st at 7pm at Waxy O’Connors on Main Street in Foxborough. For those who wish to make a donation, but are unable to attend, donations can be made to:
Foxborough Professional Firefighters Local 2252
8 Chestnut Street
Foxborough, MA 02035To the many members of the local community who have supported PJ throughout this journey, I would also like to offer our sincere thanks for your support.
Letter of thanks from PJ Phaneuf to Southborough community:
Dear Ms. Melo,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and the My Southborough readers for all of their support and well wishes. Last week, my co-workers from the Foxborough Fire Department held an event for my family. We are very humbled by this overwhelming support. As my sister stated, I was involved in a serious accident back in May that has forever changed my life. The turnout last week was unbelievable and shocking to say the least. The outpouring of support during these past few months has been unbelievable and I can’t say thank you enough.
Since the accident, my family and friends have been by my side. During my almost month long stay at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, my neighbors took care of my home and my yard so family had one less worry. We are grateful for your kindness. To the members of the Southborough Fire Department who came to visit me following my return home, thank you. To the members of the Southborough Police Department and the Department of Public Works, I would like to thank you for not only stopping in to see how my recovery was progressing but also making sure that the visiting nurses could get to my home during all of the paving projects. I also want to thank the members of the community that went out of their way to talk to the Chief, Deputy Chief and other members of the Foxborough Fire Department when they came to visit. As a community, you have all supported me in special ways; this support has made a difference in my recovery.
I cannot thank my family enough for everything that they have done and that they continue to do. I would like to offer a special thank you to my wife, Penelope, for being by my side since this accident, and throughout my recuperation.
Sincerely,
PJ Phaneuf