Louisville dedicates street to firefighter killed in line of duty in 1994

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- City leaders on Tuesday gathered to dedicate a street to a Louisville firefighter who died in the line of duty decades ago.

Louisville Fire Sgt. John "Strawn" Nutter died in August 1994 as he battled a blaze at a storage facility on South Seventh Street when the roof collapsed under him. He fell into a storage area, and was able to force his way into a hallway, but became trapped by the flames and interlocking doors, according to the Supporting Heroes website.

The 28-year-old had served with the department for seven years before his death. He left behind a wife and a 5-month-old daughter.

Now the city is honoring his memory and sacrifice. Part of South Sixth Street in front of the firehouse where he worked is now named "Strawn Nutter Way."

Members of Nutter's family attended the dedication, including his brother.

"This means everything to me," said Larry Nutter. "I just miss him so much ... he was just a wonderful brother, he'd do anything for the community."

In 2016, Sgt. Nutter's gear was placed on display at the Louisville Fire History Museum, and his bunk at the firehouse is still intact, and his locker remains with a plaque bearing his name.

Now a small sign serves as a reminder that even though years have passed, the impact of Strawn's life is still being felt in the community.

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