Corey Comperatore’s Widow Reveals His Final Words While Protecting Family at Trump Rally

In a tragic turn of events at a Donald Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Corey Comperatore, a dedicated volunteer firefighter, sacrificed his life to protect his family from a sniper attack.

Helen Comperatore told The Post her late husband Corey shouted, “Get down!” before shielding his family from gunfire during the assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania Trump rally. G.N.Miller/NYPost

The harrowing incident unfolded when deranged gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks opened fire, injuring former President Trump and fatally striking Comperatore.

Helen Comperatore, Corey’s grieving widow, spoke from their Sarver home, recounting the devastating loss and Corey’s final moments. “He’s my hero,” she said tearfully, recalling his last words urging his family to take cover. “He just said, ‘Get down!’ That was the last thing he said.”

Comperatore was struck and killed by a bullet intended for former President Donald Trump at the Butler rally on July 13, 2024. Facebook/Helen Comperatore

The Comperatores, childhood sweethearts soon to celebrate their 29th wedding anniversary, had attended the rally to support their political candidate as a family. “Me and the kids were all there as a family,” Helen shared. “He was just excited. It was going to be a nice day with the family.”

Police officers rushed to remove Comperatore from the stands after the shooting. AFP via Getty Images

Corey Comperatore, 50, was a former Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company chief known for his selflessness and devotion to his loved ones. “He was a very loving husband,” Helen reflected. “He was a simple man, but he always put his wife and kids first. I did nothing here. I didn’t lift a finger. He did everything.”

Helen refused to talk to President Biden following her husband’s death — saying that “devout Republican” Corey would not have wanted her to. G.N.Miller/NYPost

During the rally, chaos erupted as gunfire rang out, injuring two others, David Dutch and James Copenhaver, who are expected to recover from critical wounds.

Despite the tragedy, Helen expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community and beyond. A GoFundMe page set up by the family has raised nearly $1 million, a testament to Corey’s impact and the community’s solidarity.

Comperatore was a former Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company chief via REUTERS.

Helen called Corey her hero. Facebook

Reflecting on political implications, Helen asserted that while she supports Trump and holds no animosity towards Joe Biden, she squarely places blame on the gunman. “I don’t have any ill will towards Joe Biden,” she stated firmly. “He didn’t do anything to my husband. A 20-year-old despicable kid did.”

The entire Comperatore family was at the rally. Facebook/Helen Comperatore

The community continues to mourn Corey Comperatore’s loss, celebrating his bravery and unwavering commitment to his family until his final moments.