Wife of firefighter-paramedic killed in Burnsville shooting releases statement

By KAALTV

(ABC 6 News) – The wife of Adam Finseth, one of three first responders who were killed during a shooting in Burnsville last week, has released a statement on her husband’s death.

In a press release, the City of Burnsville provided the following statement on behalf of Tara Finseth:

“To say that our family is devastated at the loss of our Adam is an understatement. We are broken. Our children will grow up without their “papa.” My soul mate is no longer here to wrap me in his arms and live out the life we had so intimately planned. His parents are without their son and his sister is without her big brother and best friend. So many friends and family are left with a void in their hearts. Adam was one of the most selfless and humble individuals you would ever meet. His dedication to his family, friends, coworkers, neighbors, community, and country was unwavering. His warm smile, contagious laugh and genuine personality will be deeply missed by so many. Although our forever hero is no longer with us, his soul will live on through me, his children, family, friends, and community. We know he is by our side everyday until we meet again in heaven. On behalf of our family, thank you for the overwhelming and heartwarming support during this very difficult time.”

The Rochester Fire Department will hold a public vigil for Adam Finseth Tuesday at Rochester Assembly church at 6:30 p.m.

The vigil will include a tribute from the RFD Honor Guard, military honors, a bell ceremony, and speakers
to include local officials, firefighters, and friends of the Finseth family.