Comments on: Off-Duty Escambia EMT Killed In Pensacola Wreck

By: Danielle

Danielle — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 21:32:31 +0000

My son heard the crash and came running outside, prayed over this man and stayed with him until the first responders got there, then moved his bike out of the road. Prayers to his friends and family. May he rest in heaven…..I can’t imagine how much he helped others in the very same situation he was in….such a tragedy. No matter how much “look twice for bikers” is stressed, this keeps happening…….a split second error in judgement takes a life and affects so many more.

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 25 Aug 2014 12:35:06 +0000

Mr. Reality, you are heartless and cold. Your on the path to joining Westboro Baptist Church! If roles were reversed, and you had a family member involved in this accident, would you recant your ignorant statements? Food for thought. Rest in peace Blake.
Do not point a finger unless your hands are clean.

By: William L

William L — Mon, 25 Aug 2014 08:04:59 +0000

Mr. Reality, If and when you sit on that jury, judge all you want, but until then how about not doing it here. We have a justice system to put people on trial, a comment section on a news site is not the place to be passing judgement on someone.

Michell, Well said, the families on both sides are going through enough pain, they don’t deserve to read all the ugliness being spread by partially informed people. I’m not demeaning the journalism here by any means, William and his staff do an excellent job getting the news out to us all, but we are not a jury, so judgement should be withheld until this is in the court room; courts are for judging.

By: john

john — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 14:01:43 +0000

In my opinion there are plenty of careless drivers in this county, I have personally been tee-boned and rear-ended in this county three times in the last five years BECAUSE FOLKS CANT DRIVE IN THIS COUNTY. There needs to be more consequences for not paying attention behind the wheel, but also we need better traffic engineering.

By: Medic I Am

Medic I Am — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 13:48:48 +0000

It doesn’t get any easier as the days go on. I work for Escambia County EMS and knew Blake very well. No words, hugs or kisses will ever bring Blake back but he will live forever in our memories. Every time I hear a motorcycle I will think of him. Any time I see a beard I will think of him. Every time I blare the siren I will think of Blake. Blake, ride the highways of heaven and know that you are loved and missed. This was a tragic accident and just that, an accident. Please don’t bash the driver of the vehicle. She will relive that day for the rest of her life. God speed Blake Ressler. I’m sorry Ressler family and to all of ECEMS.

By: Michelle

Michelle — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 12:53:26 +0000

Prayers to all involved in this tragic ACCIDENT. I am part of the healthcare team, also. Nobody starts there day thinking of mortally harming someone else. I’m sure the driver of the SUV will carry this pain for the rest of her life. Who wouldn’t? Blake>s family will also. ( and I don’t mean to diminish their grief in any way.) ,
Stop all the hating and say a quick prayer for some healing and lessening of grief for all that were involved.
But for the grace of God… Is there any driver out there who has not made an error in the car, that in a different set of circumstances, could have harmed someone? I know I have.
It’s tragic, But it is so hurtful to cause more grief to the driver. It doesn’t help his family and friends either.. It just breeds hate.And hate breeds hate. Prayers. And THEY DO WORK.

By: Mr. Reality

Mr. Reality — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 08:17:29 +0000

Hey WILLIAM…You said “it is not your place to judge or bash her.”….Isn’t a JURY made up of YOUR PEERS who are there to JUDGE YOU??!!

By: William L.

William L. — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 07:31:23 +0000

A terrible loss for our community, I don’t know this young man but i would bet money that he is a terrific person, EMT’s do not make a great amount of money, so, they do this job because they care about people and are willing to put themselves in harms way to save others. My heart goes out to this young mans family and his work family, i know what it’s like to lose a coworker who is loved, respected and valued as a friend and member of a group who puts themselves out there for the benefit of others.
I would also like to send prayers and support for the woman who is involved in this sad tragedy, I’m sure she is suffering greatly for a mistake that cost another human beings life. I feel that those who are being nasty towards this woman sould be ashamed of themselves, it could have been one of you who made that same mistake, it is not your place to judge or bash her. This could happen to anyone; distractions happen and minds become preoccupied, especially on our way home from work. Many of us are thinking of all the things that have happened through out the day and what we have to do still before our day ends, it could happen to any of us so have a little compassions and empathy, if it was you in her position you would want a little understanding too. She will have to live with this mistake and you don’t.
If this young man has children, I would like to know where I can possibly contribute to a fund for thier care, I know this is going to be a difficult time for his family. Once again, i send my condolence to all those affected by this tragic accident.

By: Wendy Doggett

Wendy Doggett — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 02:17:17 +0000

I am so sorry for all involved in this terrible situation. My heart goes out to Blake’s family!!!! RIP kind SIr!!!!

By: Vicky

Vicky — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 00:12:20 +0000

Praying for both family’s….there will be a major loss to Escambia County and even more so to his family and work family/friends. But try to remember the driver didn’t set out to kill someone yesterday and no matter what happens to them legally they will never forgive them self and will suffer more than any punishment. Everyone please be careful driving…..put your attention on the road!!!