March 8, 2022

 

Late last month, Todd was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. The diagnosis came amidst retirement planning after 35 years in the fire service including a successful 31-year long career with the Ventura County Fire Department. During those 31 years, Todd served as a Firefighter, Engineer, Captain, Battalion Chief and is currently serving as a Division Chief. Prior to his promotion to Battalion Chief, Todd also dedicated many years serving the needs of VCFD career firefighters with the Ventura County Professional Firefighters' Association, serving as a battalion representative, board member, and eventually the Vice President. Todd held the V.P. position for over a decade from 2000 to 2011. Todd's wife, Nicole is a retired nurse who also spent her career serving the community of Ventura County while working at VCMC. Todd has 3 adult children; daughter, Lucy, son, Steven, and late son Michael. 

 

As you can imagine, this diagnosis comes as a complete shock and the WOAF would like to help alleviate any financial burden that Todd and his family may face during the journey ahead. We would like to come together to help someone who has given his life to helping others. You can make a difference by donating today to the Ventura County Fire Department Widows, Orphans & Assistance Fund for Todd Leake and his family.

 

We appreciate your kindness and generosity - any donation helps tremendously. Please keep Todd and his family in your continued thoughts and prayers.