Central Arizona Honor Guard and Pipes & Drums

01/06/2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Fire Apparatus Engineer Kevin Skinner, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty early this morning.

At 4:56 AM, OCFA firefighters responded to a residential fire in the 29400 block of Pointe Royale in Laguna Niguel. While performing a search for residents, Kevin reported feeling unwell and was escorted outside to a waiting paramedic unit. Shortly after, he collapsed. Despite the heroic efforts of our crews and medical personnel, Kevin did not survive.

Kevin served the Orange County Fire Authority with distinction for over 25 years, joining our family in July of 1999, after serving honorably in the United States Navy. He was known for his warm personality and his ability to make everyone feel welcome.

Kevin is survived by his wife and their three children along with his mom, sister, and brother. Our hearts are with his family, friends, and all who knew him during this incredibly difficult time. We are deeply grateful for Kevin’s dedication to protecting our community and will never forget his sacrifice. Please keep Kevin’s loved ones and our OCFA family in your thoughts.

01/05/2025

It is with profound sadness that the Stockton Fire Department announces the death of Firefighter Robert “Bobby” Van Ruiten, who passed away off-duty (active-employment) yesterday on January 3rd, 2025.

Employed with the Stockton Fire Department as a Firefighter since March of 2021, Firefighter Van Ruiten has been primarily assigned to Firehouse 3 in the last few years and recently participated as a Cadre Member teaching a new-recruit academy. Bobby’s service to the Community of Stockton began before his employment, volunteering first through the Explorer Program in 2015 and then as an Auxiliary Firefighter from 2016 to 2021.

We extend our deepest condolences and prayers to the family, friends, and colleagues of Firefighter Van Ruiten. Our hearts are heavy with the sadness of this loss.

We ask that you respect the privacy of the Van Ruiten family during this extraordinarily difficult time. Thank you for your understanding.

12/20/2024

Rest easy Captain Leatham.

11/22/2024

Rest easy Paul.

The City of Surprise Fire & Medical Department is extremely sad to announce the passing of Paramedic Paul Johnson. Paul died yesterday after valiantly fighting cancer. He was much more than just our Paramedic of the Year, he was a welcoming smile, an attentive ear, and a compassionate hand. Paul is survived by his loving wife & three children ages 11, 9, & 6. Our hearts are extremely broken today and we will continue to serve our great community in his honor. Rest Easy Our Dear Brother. We’ll take it from here.

11/07/2024

Rest easy brother.

09/29/2024

COPPER CANYON FIRE & MEDICAL AUTHORITY
TO GRIEVE THE LOSS OF FIRE FIGHTER SHANE GAGE

CAMP VERDE, AZ – Community members and first responders from across the Verde Valley have joined the members of the Copper Canyon Fire & Medical Authority in grief this morning, shocked by the sudden loss of Copper Canyon fire fighter Shane Gage on September 27, 2024.

Gage is survived by his wife of eight years, Allie, his daughter, Sophie, and his parents Ron and Tammy. The circumstances of Shane’s death have not been disclosed. We ask that the privacy of Shane’s loved ones and his co-workers please be respected amid such a difficult time.

Gage, a resident of Prescott Valley, joined CCFMA in January 2017. He was a member of the Sedona Verde Valley Fire Fighters Association Local 3690. An Honor Watch has been organized and will be in place until further notice. Information about Shane’s funeral service will be released as soon as the details become available.

“Shane was truly an excellent fire fighter and an even better friend. It was an honor to work alongside him and to call him a brother. Today our hearts are with Allie and Sophie and with Shane’s parents and his family as we grieve this heartbreaking and unthinkable loss.”

09/29/2024

Link to support the Cauthron Family in Bio.

We are heartbroken to share the sudden and unexpected loss of Adam Cauthron, a dedicated firefighter, loving husband, and devoted father to Broden and Brynlie. Adam’s life was one of service, courage, and love for his family, friends, and community.

As a firefighter, Adam risked everything to keep others safe, always putting his duty and others before himself.

This fundraiser is to support Nicole and their children during this incredibly difficult time. The funds raised will go towards daily living costs and the children’s future.

While we deeply appreciate the outpouring of support from everyone, the family has requested privacy at this time. Further details regarding services will be shared as they become available. Any contribution, large or small, will make a world of difference. Thank you for your love, support, and generosity.

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-loving-memory-of-adam-cauthron?attribution_id=sl:386ad897-5c69-43bb-ac7c-bdbf3f43bd29&lang=en_US&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

09/29/2024

Rest easy brother. May peace be with your loved ones.

09/29/2024

Rest now Shane may you be in peace. We will do our best to honor your service and bless your family.