I can’t believe as an officer that I am writing these words. Springfield Fire Company regrets to announce the unexpected death of active junior member Ethan J. Byrne. Ethan joined the fire company at the age of 14 on May 30, 2017 as a cadet member. On his application for membership when asked why he wanted to join he wrote “to help the community and be part of an important cause”. During his short time he responded to 714 fire calls, 116 trainings and 134 fire company events. The members of the company are devastated by his loss. His last alarm call was 2020-0687 on Saturday October 17, 2020. The hearts of the fire company ache for his family, his friends and the community who lost a “great kid”. Please keep his family in your thought and prayers.

The Springfield Fire Company regrets to announce the passing of long time member Robert Bansept on September 24, 2020. Bob joined the fire company on March 27, 1968. He served as an Engineer, Chief Engineer, Captain, Assistant Chief, Financial Secretary and a member of the Board of Directors. Bob was very active and he will be missed. Funeral arrangements will be announced soon and will be posted on our Facebook page.

Springfield Fire Company along with EMS responded to a call for an accident with entrapment, car over turned on Springfield Road at Rose Lane. The Squad and Assistant Chief arrived and found a one car accident into a pole. The operator had self extricated prior to arrival of the fire company. The operator was treated and transported by EMS. The fire company stood by until the vehicle was up righted. The company was on scene for about 45 minutes.

The officers and members of Springfield Fire Company regret to announce the passing of Richard Gildea on July 14, 2020 surrounded by family. Rich was a long time member of the fire company holding numerous positions. The “best” position he held was the 2009 Grand Marshall for the Springfield Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Arrangements have been announced. The viewing and funeral services will be held at Saint Francis on Saxer Avenue. The viewing is Friday July 17, 2020 from 6 pm to 8 pm. A second viewing will be held on Saturday July 18, 2020 from 930 am to 1030 am followed by a mass.

The company responded to State Road and Springfield Road for a two car accident with injuries. Crews assisted EMS and the police with traffic control. The company was available in about 30 minutes.