Captain David Chesser, a Beaumont Firefighter for 35 years, has been diagnosed with rare form of Cancer, Mesothelioma. According to Capt. Brad Pennison, Chesser is going to Omaha, Nebraska next week for surgery.

The Beaumont Professional Firefighters Local 399 is sponsoring a benefit raffle to help raise funds to assist Captain Chesser with expenses related to his medical treatment. Tickets are available from any Beaumont Firefighter or you can contact the Fire Marshal's Office at 409-880-3905 for more information.

Tickets are $5 each and there are seven chances to win one of the following prizes:

1. Deep Sea Fishing Excursion for 6
2. Remington 798 30-06 Hunting Rifle
3. Pearson Archery Hunting Bow Package
4. Czech VZ-24 98 Manzer 257 Caliber Rifle
5. One-night Hotel Spa Package for 2 at the Elegante Hotel
6. Sliced Cooked Brisket (Big Rich Courville's)
7. Sliced Cooked Brisket (Big Rich Courville's)

The drawing will take place at Number 1 Fire Station, 747 College, on August 1, 2009. You do not need to be present to win.