05/31/2026
Our deepest condolences to Firefighter Druen’s family and our Elizabethtown brothers and sisters during this difficult time.
Honoring Firefighter Ryan Druen
Today, Saturday, May 30th, our community will stand together to honor the life and service of Firefighter Ryan Druen as he makes his final journey home.
The procession is expected to depart Louisville at 1:00 p.m. and travel south on I-65 with an anticipated arrival at Brooks Funeral Home in Munfordville at approximately 2:21 p.m.
Estimated procession times:
* Brooks – 1:27 p.m.
* Shepherdsville – 1:33 p.m.
* Lebanon Junction – 1:41 p.m.
* Elizabethtown – 1:50 p.m.
* Glendale – 1:56 p.m.
* Sonora – 2:00 p.m.
* Upton – 2:04 p.m.
* Bonnieville – 2:12 p.m.
* Brooks Funeral Home (Munfordville) – 2:21 p.m.
Fire departments from across the region, including Louisville, Bullitt County, all Hardin County fire departments, Munfordville Fire Department, and many others, will be positioned on overpasses along the route with fire apparatus displaying their respect and support. Elizabethtown firefighters will be stationed at each Elizabethtown overpass, with the 91 and 94 overpasses reserved for EFD personnel, family, and friends.
The Elizabethtown Fire Department will be escorting the procession with multiple apparatus and personnel, while Shepherdsville Fire Department has graciously agreed to provide coverage for any emergency calls during this time.
Community members wishing to pay their respects are encouraged to do so from overpasses and other SAFE locations along the route. Please remember that safety is the top priority for everyone gathering to honor Ryan’s service and sacrifice.
Please keep Ryan’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters in your thoughts today as we join together to celebrate a life dedicated to serving others.
Kentucky State Police
Hardin County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
Central Hardin Fire Department
Shepherdsville Fire Department
Valley Creek Volunteer Fire Department
Radcliff Fire Department
Elizabethtown Police Department
