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28/09/2025

With a heavy heart, we share the passing of one of the greats. Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department Deputy Chief Jimmy Townsend passed away this morning. Jimmy began his career with the department in 1990, and worked his way up to Deputy Chief, where he served his community, and his local First Responders with his leadership, knowledge, and compassion. Jimmy was one of the best. Please join us as we keep the family, friends, and our local First Responder community in our thoughts during this difficult time of loss.

14/08/2025

With a heavy heart, we share the passing of South Carolina Highway Patrol Trooper Dennis Ricks who passed away sometime yesterday evening. Trooper Ricks was seriously injured in the line of duty four days ago when the patrol car he was in was struck by a box truck being operated by a driver with a suspended license. We ask that you join us as we keep Trooper Dennis Ricks in our thoughts during this difficult time.

02/07/2025

With a heavy heart, we share the news of the Line of Duty Death of Darlington County Sheriff's Office Deputy Devin Mason. Deputy Mason was killed in the early morning hours during what officials are calling an ambush. Mason completed the SC Criminal Justice Academy 28 March and had just completed his his FTO last week. We ask that you join us as we keep the family, friends, and our local First Responder community in your thoughts during this difficult time.

30/06/2025

*Memorial Services Announcement Update*
Please join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of our dear friend Don Wilkins on 12 July 2025 at the Berkeley High School Gymnasium. Visitation starts at 1130 with the service scheduled to start at 1300.

28/06/2025

*Memorial Services Announcement Update*
Please join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of our dear friend Don Wilkins on 12 July 2025 at the Berkeley High School Gymnasium. Visitation starts at 1130 with the service scheduled to start at 1300.

With a heavy heart we share the news of the passing of our friend, brother, mentor, and biggest fan and critic. Don Wilkins passed away peacefully at 1045 this morning, surrounded by his loved ones. To say Don was one of a kind is an understatement. He shaped the South Carolina Fire Service more than any one person could ever replicate. I am honored to have known you, to have learned from you, and to be called your friend.

We will share service announcements as they become available.

19/06/2025

18/06/2025

The 24 hour watch has been assumed.

21/05/2025

With deep regret, we share the news of the passing of Florence County Sheriff's Office Deputy Nate Ansay who perished in the line of duty in a motor vehicle accident earlier today. Please join us as we keep the family, friends, and our local First Responder community close to our hearts during this difficult time of loss.

*Shared with permission from Deputy Ansay's loving girlfriend

03/05/2025

It was an honor to be allowed to take photographs today for a milestone for the South Carolina Fire Service. Don Wilkins, who has a beyond impressive span of teaching for South Carolina State Fire of 45 years was awarded the Order of the Palmetto. During that career, he has over 28,000 hours of logged teaching time (that we know of) comprised of over 1,800 classes and over 25,000 students. To say this is a lifetime achievement is an understatement, it would take a lesser man two lifetimes to come close. Don is a long time member (still active) of the Town of Moncks Corner Fire Department.

Don, Uncle Don, Father Fire, Mufasa, thank you for allowing us to share your special and well deserved day. Thank you for all the years of sharing your knowledge, for your mentorship, and for being a friend. Enjoy this day brother, you earned it!

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01/05/2025

To all our friends at CCEMS who are mourning right now, we mourn with you.

17/03/2025

With a heavy heart, we share the passing of an absolute legend in the Fire Service. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Captain Bill Gustin was an endless well of knowledge, and he shared that knowledge so freely with anyone who was willing to listen. To the family, coworkers, and the many many people who Bill has had the chance to teach, mentor, and help turn into amazing Firefighters, we are thinking of you all.