West Hartford Local Hero Is The 'Embodiment Of Professionalism'

WEST HARTFORD , CT — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Ill Beebe, who nominated Tom Bertelsen.

Name: Tom Bertelsen

Hometown: West Hartford

Hero's job: Fire/emergency response

Relationship to nominee: Co-worker

Reason for recognition: Tom is the embodiment of professionalism and dedication to the town of West Hartford Fire Department. Not only is he an apparatus operator, he is an active Paramedic and on the EMS bike team.

One thing to know: How dedicated and caring he is to the residents and visitors to the Town of West Hartford.

Thank you for all you do, Tom Bertelsen.