| Each year, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation carries out a responsibility entrusted to it by Congress: to honor America’s fallen firefighters at the national level and to stand with the families they leave behind. This event is held annually in Emmitsburg, Maryland. This year includes two newly honored firefighters from our area.
Our very own Assistant Chief Mack Mays of Monelison Volunteer Fire Department.
Andrew Wade Jenks of Lynchburg Fire Department, master firefighter at Station 1 on C Shift.
“The loss of these 204 fallen firefighters is felt most deeply by the families and loved ones left behind. They were parents, partners, colleagues and friends who will forever be remembered for their bravery and their devotion to duty,” said National Fallen Firefighters Foundation CEO Victor Stagnaro. “During the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, we will add their names to the National Memorial, ensuring they are remembered by a grateful nation.”
This year’s honorees, known as the Roll of Honor, include 97 lost in 2025 and 107 from previous years.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the loved ones, friends, and departments. Gone but never forgotten!
To watch the Memorial Service tomorrow May 3rd at 9:45 am follow this link https://www.youtube.com/live/Bing-q8PrDw?si=RSpj4yT8Vp5a_QS4 |
