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LAFRA – Dennis [Mendenhall] was my


neighbor and friend. My father was on the LAFD from 1940 to 1970 as soon as Den- nis and I met, we always talked about the LAFD. Dennis’ dad was on the LAFD too, so he and I traded stories of being sons of a fireman. As it turned out, Dennis’ son and my son are both military helicopter pilots. Dennis’s son is Navy and mine Air Force. Well, it turned out that our sons knew each other and worked together. Small world. Dennis would often stop by my house when I was in the garage working on my hot rod. He was a car guy and had a very pristine Porsche that I always wanted to buy. I am a retired cop and Dennis and I would often talk of how it was in the “old days.” Each generation has its old days and talking about ours was a real treat. Dennis fought cancer for several years and I have never known anyone who faced ad- versity with the courage and positive spirit of Dennis. I not only really liked the guy, I had a tremendous amount of respect for him. I could easily see what a strong leader he must have been.


RIP my friend.


Neal Rein Westlake Village, CA


Protect Those with Special Needs Firefighter Justin Mendence set up a special needs trust to ensure his


son and entire family is taken care of in the best manner possible. “You want to think everybody’s going to take care of your kid because


If I handwrite a will, isn’t that good enough?


everybody loves him, but unless you have a plan in place…you’re planning to fail. Leaving it to chance is not in me and my wife’s vocabulary.”


A Special Needs Trust Helps You: • Set up long-term funding for living expenses & care • Determine who will be the primary caregiver


• Create an advisory group of experts to help caregivers make sound decisions


• Ensure your child’s assets are protected & well-managed • Ensure your child maintains eligibility for special services


“I sleep a little bit easier at night knowing that my son is set up for his entire life,” Justin said.


Whether you care for a child or adult with special needs or not, everyone should consider setting up an estate plan. Ask for a “Getting Started Kit” today by emailing Relief Association Development & Marketing Director Marlene Casillas at MCasillas@lafra.org or calling (323) 259-5217.


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