Heavy Hearts At Cobourg Firehall As Member of the Firefighting Family Passes Away

In Editor Choice, Local

Heavy hearts at the Cobourg Firehall on Monday as a member of the firefighting family passes away.

Don King passed away surrounded by family on Sunday October 4.

Don started with the Cobourg Fire Department on August 1, 1967, progressing through the ranks, becoming Captain on April 1, 1974, eventually retiring as Platoon Chief in July, 1998.

Don was actively involved in the community after his retirement and served as a volunteer with the Red Cross during his retirement years, continuing to help those in need. He was also an avid Cobourg Cougar’s fan.

“RIP Don. Thank you for your many years of dedicated service and for all the memories.”

In honour of Don’s passing the flags at the firehall on Elgin Street have been lowered.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

OPP – Thirteen Arrested in Eastern Ontario Drug Trafficking Investigation (Names Released)

A coordinated multi-unit drug trafficking investigation has led to 13 individuals facing 74 charges after significant quantities of fentanyl,

Read More...

Northumberland OPP – Personal Watercraft Operator Charged with Impaired (Name Released)

Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a number of individuals

Read More...

Video – Quick Action by Security Guard and Staff Prevents Serious Fire at Golden Plough Lodge

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTPtBfLhgOE Cobourg Fire Department responded to the Golden Plough Lodge at 6:37 p.m. for reports of smoke visible from the

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu