(March 30, 2017) Pocomoke City lost an active and popular member of its community last Saturday when Jacob Howser, 24, died in a motor vehicle crash.
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office said the incident occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, as Howser was heading east on Scotty Road near Nassawongo Road. Investigators, who have yet to determine the exact cause of the crash, indicated that Howser’s vehicle crossed the centerline before entering a ditch, striking a tree and bursting into flames.
Howser, an eight-year veteran of the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company, was also a part-time emergency medical technician. In addition to Pocomoke, he also worked for the Snow Hill and Showell fire departments.
Pocomoke City Mayor Bruce Morrison reflected on the shocking loss Monday afternoon while en route to pay his respects to the Howser family.
“It’s just a sad day in Pocomoke City when you lose a young person like Jason who was such a part of the community,” he said.
Morrison was well acquainted with the family and knew Howser from birth. He said they became bonded while serving together as volunteer firefighters.
“I’ve been a volunteer with the fire department in Pocomoke City for 37 years,” he said. “”It was a pleasure to work with him.”
The fatal accident lent a somber tone to the inaugural Boat and Cash Bash, a fundraiser for the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company held on Saturday. The event turned into an impromptu memorial, as the more than 700 attendees learned of his untimely passing.
Morrison said he would always cherish the memories he formed with Howser during their time with the fire company.
“He did it all and always had a smile on his face,” he said. “I’ve had a gut-wrenching feeling since Saturday morning. It broke my heart.”
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office said the incident occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, as Howser was heading east on Scotty Road near Nassawongo Road. Investigators, who have yet to determine the exact cause of the crash, indicated that Howser’s vehicle crossed the centerline before entering a ditch, striking a tree and bursting into flames.
Howser, an eight-year veteran of the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company, was also a part-time emergency medical technician. In addition to Pocomoke, he also worked for the Snow Hill and Showell fire departments.
Pocomoke City Mayor Bruce Morrison reflected on the shocking loss Monday afternoon while en route to pay his respects to the Howser family.
“It’s just a sad day in Pocomoke City when you lose a young person like Jason who was such a part of the community,” he said.
Morrison was well acquainted with the family and knew Howser from birth. He said they became bonded while serving together as volunteer firefighters.
“I’ve been a volunteer with the fire department in Pocomoke City for 37 years,” he said. “”It was a pleasure to work with him.”
The fatal accident lent a somber tone to the inaugural Boat and Cash Bash, a fundraiser for the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company held on Saturday. The event turned into an impromptu memorial, as the more than 700 attendees learned of his untimely passing.
Morrison said he would always cherish the memories he formed with Howser during their time with the fire company.
“He did it all and always had a smile on his face,” he said. “I’ve had a gut-wrenching feeling since Saturday morning. It broke my heart.”