Georgia Firefighter Found Unconscious At Station
According to Chief Al Gillespie, Firefighter Lacy, 47, was discovered by his fellow firefighters in the dormitory area at approximately 8:00 a.m. He was unresponsive and crew members were unable to revive him. He was rushed to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead at 7:30 p.m.
Chief Gillespie speculated that Firefighter Lacy's death might have been cardiac related. The autopsy report has not been completed.
Firefighter Lacy was a 22-year career firefighter with the Augusta Fire Department. He was a long time resident of the community and was well liked by his co-workers. "Firefighter Lacy always had a smile on his face. He was a good guy and a super firefighter," Chief Gillespie said. He went on to say, "I could always count on him."
Visitation for Firefighter Lacy will be held Thursday, June 24, 6-8 p.m. at Phinazee and Sons Funeral Home in Waynesboro, Georgia. The funeral will take place Friday, June 25, at 2 p.m. at The Rock Creek Baptist Church in Waynesboro.
Firefighter Lacy is survived by his wife, and their four children.
There is also a memorial being set up in honor of Firefighter Lacy. For more information contact the Augusta Fire Department (706) 821-2909.
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