Honoring our Fallen Members
Today…
We kneel for their family and for our brothers and sisters that worked served with them.
Tomorrow …
We will stand for them.
When I am called to duty, God,
wherever flames may rage,
give me strength to save a life,
whatever be its age.
Help me embrace a little child
before it is too late,
or save an older person from
the horror of that fate.
Enable me to be alert,
and hear the weakest shout,
quickly and efficiently
to put the fire out.
I want to fill my calling,
to give the best in me,
to guard my friend and neighbor,
and protect his property.
And if according to Your will
I must answer death’s call,
bless with your protecting hand,
my family one and all.
Author Unknown
Firefighter John Holland Campbell
John Holland Campbell, 76, was gloriously welcomed into his Savior’s arms on August 10, 2024 at Johnston Memorial Hospital.
Former Chief Steven Thomas Jaynes
Steven Thomas Jaynes, age 69, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024. He was born on August 3, 1955 to Rufus and Ruby Jaynes of Rose Hill, VA. He was a 1973 graduate of Thomas Walker High School and a 1977 graduate of Berea College. He was a lifelong member of Silver Leaf Baptist Church in Rose Hill.
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Michael Shane Griffith
Michael Shane Griffith, age 48, of N. Beverly Ave, Covington, Virginia died Sunday, December 8, 2024 at his residence.
He was born April 22, 1976 in Alleghany County to the late Gloria Jean Hiler Griffith and Vernon Lee Griffith. He was a bricklayer for Snow Jr. and King in Richmond, Va. He was a member of Covington Fire Department and a former member of Covington Rescue Squad. He enjoyed fishing and loved his Carolina football. Mike served in the United States Marie Corp. He was a loving husband and father.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria Jean Hiler Griffith.
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James Preston "Jim" Kern, Jr.
Mr. James Preston “Jim” Kern, Jr. age 48, of Covington, died Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at LewisGale Hospital-Alleghany, Low Moor. He was the husband of April Dawn Kern.
Mr. Kern was born April 17, 1976 in Covington, the son of the late James Preston Kern, Sr. and Mary Cook Kern. He was employed as a district 3282 representative by Nalco Inc. Jim was a member of Fincastle Baptist Church. He was also a member of Falling Spring Fire Department for over thirty years as well as a firefighter with the Virginia Forestry Department for several years. Jim was also a member of the Covington Masonic Lodge #171 AF & AM and the Clifton Forge Shrine Club.
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Harold David Akers, Jr.
Harold David Akers, Jr., age 61, of Christiansburg died Saturday, December 7, 2024.
He was born in Christiansburg, Va., on April 19, 1963, to the late Harold David, Sr. and Eulene Wilson Akers. He was also preceded in death by his stepmother, Barbara Midkiff Akers.
David was a long-time member of the Christiansburg Hunt Club, and Montgomery County Game and Fish Club. David was a member of the Christiansburg Fire Department for over 39 years and was a past president, secretary, and life member of the Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association. As well as a member and past secretary of the Virginia State Firefighters Association. He was a long-time employee at Moog.
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Gratton Howard Thompson Jr.
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Gratton Howard Thompson Jr. of Christiansburg, Virginia, who passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 90, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by his parents, Howard Thompson and Nora Thompson; his former wife Edna Collins Thompson; and his siblings, Genevia Bennett, Nancy Gilmore, Kathleen Bowling and Boyd Thompson.
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David Lee Flinchum
David Lee Flinchum, 61, of Christiansburg, VA, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024. He is survived by his mother, Brenda Thomas; father, Billy Thomas; sister, Lori Flinchum; and his amazing daughter Hannah who he loved dearly and always made him smile. Also left to cherish his memory are nephew, Donald Steele; nieces, Brandy Steele and Leslie Burton; along with several great nieces and nephews. David was a long time member of the Christiansburg Fire Department and was proud to serve with so many great firefighters. He was a kind soul that helped others anytime he could and will be greatly missed. A private memorial service to celebrate his life is planned for a later date.
