July 14, 2023

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Firefighter killed in cargo ship fire — known as ‘The Bear’ of Newark — honored at massive funeral

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Wayne “Bear” Brooks Jr. was remembered as a dedicated husband, loving father and brave firefighter.

By Jackie Roman | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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