In a tragic turn of events that has shaken the Hudson Valley community, a devoted father made the ultimate sacrifice when he rushed into a burning home to save his two sons. The heartbreaking outcome has left family, friends, and first responders grieving the loss of a man whose final moments were defined by courage and love.
Fire Breaks Out in Goshen Home
The fire occurred Saturday night at a multi-family residence located at 876 Pulaski Highway in the town of Goshen, New York. A woman who lived upstairs noticed smoke coming from behind her kitchen stove. Realizing the danger, she quickly evacuated with her two children and called 911.
Before escaping, she caught sight of her downstairs neighbor, 50-year-old Shane Munn, outside doing yardwork. Moments later, she saw him run back into the home—and he never came back out.
A Father’s Heroic Final Moments
According to friends and neighbors, Shane Munn was a single father caring for two sons with special needs. Both boys were nonverbal and autistic, requiring constant care and attention. As flames began to spread, Shane made a split-second decision that cost him his life—he ran inside to try and save his children.
Firefighters arrived at the scene to find Shane deceased in the living room of the downstairs apartment. His two sons, 17-year-old Ryan H. Munn and 12-year-old Travis A. Munn, were found unresponsive in a nearby bedroom.
Despite Efforts, Tragedy Follows
First responders immediately began life-saving efforts on both boys and rushed them to Garnet Health Medical Center in the Town of Wallkill. Tragically, both Ryan and Travis succumbed to their injuries at the hospital, leaving a community devastated by the loss of an entire family.
Community in Mourning
What began as a routine Saturday evening quickly turned into one of the most heartbreaking nights Goshen has seen in recent memory. The selfless actions of Shane Munn have not gone unnoticed. First responders on the scene were visibly shaken, with several firefighters and paramedics moved to tears by the father’s final act of love.
“He did what any loving parent would do,” said one responder. “He didn’t hesitate. He went back in for his boys. It’s just… heartbreaking.”
Neighbors and friends are now rallying together to honor Shane’s legacy and support the extended family left behind.
A Reminder of Quiet Heroism
While the headlines will remember the fire and its toll, the community will remember Shane Munn for his bravery and love. His last moments weren’t filled with panic—but with a father’s determination to protect his sons, no matter the risk.
The story of Shane, Ryan, and Travis serves as a solemn reminder of the quiet heroism found in everyday people—and the incredible strength of parental love.
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