A Jackson PG&E lineman was killed Friday near Cool in El Dorado County. Felipe Chavez, 31, of Stockton was working to repair a storm-damaged power line when he was electrocuted at about 1:45 pm on Friday. Chavez died at the scene, according to the El Dorado County Sheriff’s office. The Jackson crew was working in El Dorado County to help with repairs there when the accident occurred. Chavez’ father-in-law was a long-time member of the Jackson PG&E crew before he retired. Chavez’ mother is also a retired PG&E employee and Chavez’ wife Shallene is currently employed with the utility company. PG&E spokesman Jon Tremaine said that the family’s many ties to PG&E make this tragedy especially emotional for everyone at PG&E. A trust fund has been set up for Chavez’s wife and 2 young children – donations to the Felipe Chavez Memorial Fund will be accepted at any Wells Fargo Bank.
Tuesday, 15 January 2008 09:58