Illinois State Trooper Clay Carns, 35, killed in the line of duty while clearing debris from I-55, is being remembered in a funeral service and visitation in Orland Park.
A fallen Illinois State Trooper is being remembered in the suburbs on Thursday. Clay Carns, 35, lost his life while on duty last week. He was killed Dec. 23, just before Christmas Eve, along I-55 near Channahon when he was struck by a pickup truck while removing debris from the southbound lanes.A visitation is ongoing at Parkview Christian Church in Orland Park until 8 p.m. The funeral service is set for 10 a.m. Friday.
Carns, a member of the Illinois State Police for 11 years, leaves behind a wife and two young children. His family described him as a treasured husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, noting he was already their hero before his death.First responders are invited to walk through the service at 5 and 6 p.m. to show their support.The family said in a statement: 'Our world has been shattered, and we will never be the same. But we take comfort in knowing that he lived his life with such purpose. He loved his family and friends fiercely, and he took great pride in his work.'The services are open to the public. Donations may be made to the Trooper Clay Carns Memorial Fund – follow this link for more information
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