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With deep regard, humility and thanks we remember and honour those who have sacrificed their lives in service to their communities. Their selfless courage serves as an important reminder of their deep sense of commitment; dedication and caring that empower them in their generous service to their friends and neighbours. While others run out to safety… They run in!

We are honoured to recognise those who have given their lives in the service of their community. Their dedication, commitment and personal sacrifice pay tribute to the honour of their memory. Please take a moment to remember them. We salute them, one and all.

Captain William Brendle
Walkerville F.D.
Died January 25, 1901 Age 38

Lieut. George Phillips
Walkerville F. D.
Died January 25, 1901 Age 28

F.F. Robert Thurlow
Windsor F.D.
Died June 30, 1915 Age 28

F.F. Louis Deschamps
Wallkerville F.D.
Died June 16, 1927 Age 38

F.F. David Pillon
Sandwich F.D.
Died February 1, 1931 Age 43

Captain John Wilson
Windsor F.D.
Died February 18, 1955 Age 64

F.F. Gilbert Dupuis
Windsor F.D.
Died February 16, 1962 Age 49

F.F. Leonard Bondy
Windsor F.D.
Died February 27, 1971 Age 33

District Chief Malcolm Vannan
Windsor F.D.
Died November 21, 1989

District Chief George Fairlie
Windsor F. D.
Died June 17, 1990 Age 70

Captain Raymond Seguin
Windsor Fire & Rescue Service
Died January 2, 2001 Age 53

Captain James Crowley
Windsor Fire & Rescue Service
Died November 3, 2001 Age 51

Lieutenant Robert Durocher
Windsor F.D.
Died November 7, 2001 Age 63

John Douglas Patterson
Windsor F.D.
Died March 2, 2006 Age 67

Captain Randy Meyer
Windsor Fire & Rescue Service
Died February 26, 2007 Age 56

District Chief Jack Scratch
Windsor Fire Department
Died May 15, 2005 Age 85

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