Georgia

Clarke County volunteer firefighter loses battle with COVID-19

By WSBTV.com News Staff

Richard “Ricky” Knight The City of Winterville Fire Department announced on Facebook that volunteer firefighter Richard “Ricky” Knight died shortly after 9 p.m. Monday following a battle with the virus. (PHOTO: Winterville Fire Department)

By WSBTV.com News Staff

WINTERSVILLE, Ga. — A Georgia firefighter is the latest casualty of the growing number of COVID-19 cases spreading across the state.

The city of Winterville Fire Department announced on Facebook that volunteer firefighter Richard “Ricky” Knight died shortly after 9 p.m. Monday following a battle with the virus.

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Safety Officer, Richard “Ricky” Knight. He passed away last night...

Posted by Winterville Volunteer Fire Department on Tuesday, August 24, 2021

The fire department said the city’s flags are flying at half-staff in Knight’s honor.

“Thank you for your prayers during his courageous fight and please continue to offer them up for his family. Thank you for your service to this community, Ricky,” the city of Winterville said in a Facebook post.

Winterville's heart is heavy today as we mourn the loss of another one of our own. Winterville Volunteer Firefighter...

Posted by City of Winterville, Georgia on Tuesday, August 24, 2021

“Rest easy our brother, we love you and will take it from here,” the fire department said.

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