Matthew “Clappy” Clapsaddle served the Ventura Fire Department for 28 years. He started a career in the fire service because from an early age, he was taught to always help others and a career in the fire service was a natural choice for him. During his career he served as a paramedic and an active member on the USAR and Ocean Rescue Teams, receiving the Nancy Merman EMS Award and a Life Saving Award. Matthew loved his faith, his family, his profession, and was always happy in the ocean. Matthew passed away from a job-related illness. He is survived by his wife and son.