Sturgeon Bay Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 2682

02/13/2026

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts we announce the passing of our brother, Firefighter Ryan Chaudoir. Ryan was courageous and faithful in his battle with cancer. Our minds are heavy and our tears cover our face. Ryan was a dedicated Firefighter, loving husband, dad, brother, son and the most genuine friend anyone could ever hope for. His contagious smile, his kind laughter and helping hand is forever engrained in us. Ryan’s passion in his faith and the prayerful example he set for everyone made us better every day we knew him. We will never forget you Ryan. We love you. I love you. Please watch over us. May peace, love and all that is good surround Ryan’s family and all who knew him.

We will share more details as they are available.

Fire Chief Curt Vandertie

01/23/2026

The city's proclamation notes that firefighters are 9% more likely to develop cancer, and 14% more likely to die of cancer.

01/20/2026

It Is with profound sadness that the Sister Bay Liberty Grove Fire Department announces the passing of recently retired Fire Chief Chris Hecht on Monday January 19th, 2026.

Chief Hecht was a member of this department for 33 years, serving as Chief for 24 years until this past September. Chief Hecht lead this department with incredible strength and wisdom. He supported not only every single person on this department but the entire community.

Please join us in expressing our deepest condolences to Chief Hecht's family.

Funeral arrangements have been announced as follows:
-Thursday, January 29 Visitation 3-7 PM
-Friday, January 30 Visitation 9-10:45 AM
-Friday, January 30 Funeral at 11 AM

We will share more details via Facebook for departments who may want to attend to show their respect as soon as that information is available.

Thank you for your support during this difficult time.

https://www.caspersonfuneralhome.com/obituary/Christopher-Hecht

12/05/2025

🔥The data is clear: more arriving on the first truck on scene leads to safer outcomes for both communities and first responders.

The Charlottetown Professional Firefighters are pushing for 4 fire fighters per truck because it's the safest way to ensure a safe, efficient, and effective emergency response.

The first job of any elected leader is to ensure the safety of their constituents. That starts with fully staffing their fire department.

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08/01/2025

Thanks for your years of service Randy!

Yesterday marked Randy Lynch’s last day as a part-time firefighter with the Sturgeon Bay Fire Department. Randy provided over 5 years of dedicated service to the community of Sturgeon Bay and he will be missed by the members of the Pioneer Fire Company. Randy has spent a lifetime committed to serving others and we were lucky to have served with him for the past 5 years. Randy served in the Marine Corps from 1974-1982, served as a career firefighter for the city of Eau Claire from 1983 to 2004 when he retired and held various other firefighting positions before joining the Sturgeon bay Fire Department in 2020 as a part time firefighter. Randy will continue his service to the community as a firefighter with nasewaupee Fire and rescue. If you see Randy out and about thank him for his dedication to our community!

07/15/2025

Four-person crews ensure fires are extinguished faster and occupants are rescued more quickly during emergencies.

This is the nationally recognized minimum staffing standard for a reason - it keeps the public and fire fighters safe.

It’s what Fall River, Sturgeon Bay - and all communities - deserve.

Nine people were killed and 30 others hospitalized after a fire ripped through an assisted living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts Sunday night. IAFF

07/08/2025

Unfortunately, we are faced with the same challenges right here in Sturgeon Bay

01/21/2025

Local 2682 sends our thoughts and prayers to the Woodzicka family and to our brothers and sisters at Appleton Local 257.

Thanks for being a friend and mentor Woody!

It is with profound sadness that we have to announce the untimely passing of our very own friend and Brother, our Vice President Michael “Woody” Woodzicka.

Vice President Woodzicka is one of the longest serving leaders our organization has ever had, dedicating over 30 years of his life to our membership. The last 11, of which, as our Vice President.

We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to his friends and family, as well as our Brothers and Sisters of Appleton Local 257.

Rest easy Woody we got it from here.

More details will come as they are available.

12/20/2024

Local 2682 was pleased to present Danny Hanson from DOOR CANcer Inc. a $1200 check from the sales of our 2024 October cancer shirts.

We would like to thank everyone who purchased shirts this year!

11/08/2024

Last call to get your L2682 cancer shirts benefiting DOOR CANcer Inc.

Pick yours up at Door County Fire Company!

Our 2024 October Breast Cancer Awareness shirts are in!

We have a VERY LIMITED amount of shirts left over that are available for purchase at Door County Fire Company.

S-XL are $20 and 2XL are $25. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to DOOR CANcer Inc..

Hurry in and get yours before they are gone!