It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian William Musolino, 46 of Hegins, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and dedicated public servant.

Born on June 27th, 1977, in Mesa, AZ to Vincent and Jamie (Waltz) Musolino, Brian passed away at home Friday, March 8th, surrounded by his loved ones after a long and courageous fight with pancreatic cancer.

In addition to his mother, Brian is survived by his devoted wife, Kelly and daughter, Mykenna who lovingly cared for him. He is also survived by sisters, Joann Jadush, Debra, wife of James Noggle, Joanie, wife of Danny Marvin; three brothers, George Below, husband of Louise, Tom, husband of Mary Beth, and Joe, husband of Nichole; a sister in law, Kristie Klinger, wife of Wayne; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Brian was preceded in death by his father Vincent and his brother Vince.

Brian was a graduate of Hazleton Area High School, class of 1996.

Brian was a man who lived his life with adventure, purpose and passion. As a firefighter and EMT, he selflessly put himself in harm's way to protect others. His firefighting career began at the age of 14 in Freeland, PA. In 2011, he joined Valley View Fire Company where he held many offices and was an essential part of the merger with Hegins Fire Company. Brian's last call as Lieutenant with Hegins Valley Fire Rescue will come at his Celebration of Life service.

Brian served as an EMT in some capacity for 28 years, including volunteering with the Citizens Fire Company, Mahanoy City EMS and Hegins Area Ambulance Association, and culminating in his position with Penn State Life Lion. His love of scuba diving uniquely qualified him to also serve as a Public Safety Diver for West End Fire and Rescue Dive Team member.

Over the years, Brian was employed by Stanley Steamer, Romberger Furniture and Rothermel Industrial Enterprises. He also owned and operated his own business, Keystone Steam Clean. Brian was a Mason at the Valley Lodge 797.

Brian always went all in with his hobbies. He enjoyed scuba diving, fishing, flying a drone, Legos, video games, crabbing, and boating. His adventurous spirit led to many unique, memory-making experiences. There was never a time when he wasn't working on a project even if he didn't finish the previous one.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Hegins Valley Fire Rescue, 720 Chestnut Street, Hegins, at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 27, with Pastor Todd Wolfe officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Brian's name can be made to the Hegins Valley Fire Rescue, P.O. Box 146 Hegins PA, 17938.