03/15/2025
Today we laid to rest our brother, JR. We request continued prayers for his family, friends, special loved ones, and our fire department family. Our fire department will persevere. JR will be deeply missed, but we cherish his memories. We extend our gratitude to Columbus County Fire/Rescue Honor Guard for the use of the ramps. We appreciate the willingness of Fairmont Rural Fire Department, Orrum Fire Department, and Lumberton Fire Department to assist without hesitation. We thank you for the support and comfort from other agencies, including Pine Terrace Fire Department, East Howellsville Fire Department, Lumberton Rescue, Robeson Community College Emergency Training Center, and the many others we did not have the opportunity to speak with. I would like to extend a special thank you to my dedicated members at our station, who selflessly volunteered their time to ensure this unexpected event was pleasing to JR's family. Chief Peter Marcinsky