Honoring the Lives, Service and Legacy of Fallen Brothers
NSUJL honors the fallen Brothers and Sisters whose lives, work and love for their families, friends and the trade continue to leave a lasting impact. Each year at our Rodeo, we remember them through the lighting of lanterns, a tribute that reflects the strength of their spirit and the bond of Brotherhood that endures beyond loss.
Memorial Tributes
Dan J. Manley
Scott W. Ballentine
3/22/1990 ā 5/28/2024
Proud lineman with IBEW Local 20 dedicated to his wife and daughter; known for his giving heart.
James C. Terrill
12/5/1996 ā 5/25/2024
Third-generation lineman with IBEW Local 2150 known for his generous nature and love for the outdoors.
Stephen Furkey
10/3/1981 ā 5/10/2024
Proud father and member of IBEW Local 456 who loved learning how things worked, music and the outdoors.
Ramon Rodriguez
10/13/1988 ā 4/24/2024
Beloved Brother of IBEW Local 47 and devoted father, husband and friend.
Ricardo āRickyā Garcia
8/24/1974 ā 3/20/2024
U.S. Marine and father of five; known by IBEW Local 164 for his leadership in tough times.
James āBoā Bojonny
10/2/1949 ā 1/30/2024
Lineman with IBEW Local 1319 who loved race cars, early morning breakfast and his family.
John āJackā Zardecki
7/5/1943 ā 1/27/2024
Beloved member of IBEW Local 1319 known for his work ethic and pride in the Brotherhood.
Scott Jaconski
5/22/1958 ā 1/16/2024
Proud member of IBEW Local 42 who dedicated his life to his career and his family.
Hugh Chandler
6/17/1991 ā 12/29/2023
Dedicated lineman with IBEW Local 47 who loved rodeos and thrill-seeking; known as “a hand.”
Jonathan āShawnā Woodruff
7/4/1977 ā 12/23/2023
Family man and man of faith known by his Brothers at IBEW Local 1319.
Mark Belanger
6/4/1955 ā 12/15/2023
Served IBEW Local 42 for 22 years; known in his community for humility and kindness.
Mark Gauslin
6/8/1981 ā 11/13/2023
Dedicated to IBEW Local 47; known for his work ethic, attitude and spirit of Brotherhood.
Francis Kiefer
9/18/1991 ā 10/24/2023
Devoted husband and father; known as āFraaaaaaankā to his Brothers at IBEW Local 126.
William R. Slater
6/2/1946 ā 9/21/2023
U.S. Army veteran and dedicated lineman at IBEW Local 1600 who loved painting and woodworking.
Joseph J. Mahon
4/9/1973 ā 9/16/2023
Loving father known for his sarcastic humor and encouragement at IBEW Local 42.
Eric D. Anderson
4/2/1981 ā 6/23/2023
Creative soul and proud member of IBEW Local 42 who assisted in hurricane and disaster relief.
Tino Plantenga
1/25/1988 ā 4/9/2023
The “glue guy” of IBEW Local 66 known for humor, kindness and hard work.
Hunter Fisk
8/11/2000 ā 3/11/2023
Beloved member of IBEW Local 47; the nonprofit Hunterās Heart was formed in his honor.
James D. Fraser
9/17/1938 ā 3/7/2023
Long-time hard-working lineman of IBEW Local 42 who fiercely supported the Brotherhood.
Johnny Kinkade
1/14/1982 ā 1/16/2023
IBEW Local 47 member and role model known for treating everyone well with a smile.
Robert Basmajian
10/17/1929 ā 10/23/2022
Lineman for IBEW Locals 1249 and 42; known for his giving heart and community volunteering.
Jesus Mendoza
10/5/1990 ā 6/21/2022
Dedicated family man and worker with IBEW Local 66; known as “Chuy.”
John Thomas Spahn
5/23/1991 ā 3/21/2021
Energy and light for his friends and Brothers at IBEW Local 66.
Edwin D. Hill
8/11/1937 ā 12/1/2018
17th President of the IBEW; dedicated his life to safe conditions and fair wages for linemen.
Jeremy P. Kearns
3/17/1988 ā 10/30/2018
Passionate about fast motors and his work with IBEW Local 1249; inspired the JPK Foundation.
Ross L. Howard
10/10/1992 ā 7/11/2018
Known for his generosity and love of music; beloved by Brothers at IBEW Local 66.
Sean Collins
5/19/1988 ā 2/19/2018
Spontaneous lover of life and generous spirit known by IBEW Local 3.
Shane Filkins
6/3/1994 ā 4/8/2018
Outdoorsman and hard worker who gave his everything to IBEW Local 317.
Jerid Peterson
6/17/1993 ā 8/22/2016
Proud member of IBEW Local 66 who loved hiking, hunting, and being outdoors.
Robert D. Engelhardt
4/17/1984 ā 7/23/2016
Hard worker with IBEW Local 66 who loved having fun with his wife and four children.
Grant K. Pesak
2/16/1971 ā 12/6/2014
Role model of dedication to family and profession at IBEW Local 66.
Brandon Orozco
2/3/1985 ā 9/30/2013
Protector and “brotherās keeper” beloved by his Brothers at IBEW Local 47.
Jarrod B. Wittneben
2/26/1979 ā 2/1/2013
Third-generation lineman with IBEW Local 66; memorial scholarship founded in his honor.
Joseph Bonner
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Dedicated lineman at IBEW Local 1319 known for his strong personality and work ethic.
John āJPā Plante
9/22/1967 ā 1/16/2012
IBEW Local 104 member; his passing led to the formation of the NSUJL.
Henry Miller
1/5/1853 ā 7/10/1896
Trailblazer who founded the first electrical union in 1890, which evolved into the IBEW.