David Persse, ‘pioneer’ of Houston’s EMS system, dies at 67

David Persse, a key figure in the development of Houston's EMS system, has died at age 67. Colleagues credited his innovations with saving numerous lives.
Marty Lancton, president of the Houston Professional Fire Fighters Association, said his innovations “saved countless thousands of lives over the years.”
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