Passing of Past EMS Captain Richard Bennet

Monday, May 10, 2021

It is deepest regret that the Harrington Fire Company, Inc. announces the passing of Past EMS Captain and Honorary Life Member Richard Bennett 73, who answered in last alarm on Monday May 10, 2021.  Richard joined the Harrington Fire Company in March 1987.  During his time in the company Richard was most active on the EMS side serving as a Firefighter, Ambulance Driver, EMS Lieutenant and EMS Captain in 1990-1991, 2005-2006 and 2009.  Richard also received his Honorary Life Membership in 2007 after completing 20 years of active service.  Richard continued his EMS service as an employee of the Greenwood Fire Company beginning in 1999 and retiring in November 2020 after 21 years of dedicated service.   Richard also served on various committees and could always been seen at EMS events especially at the Delaware State Fair.  He served his country proudly in the US Army and was a Vietnam Veteran.  We ask that you keep Richard’s family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.   

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