Firefighters across the province are mourning the passing of former provincial fire commissioner Derek Simmons.
Simmons, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 68, was also the former mayor and fire chief of Pasadena.
In a post to Facebook, Pasadena Fire Rescue says Simmons had a lifetime of dedication to the fire service, saying that he “touched lives, influenced careers, and truly made the difference.”
Those sentiments were echoed by the St. John’s Regional Fire Department, who say they worked closely with Simmons over the years and that he leaves behind a “legacy of service and respect” that will not be forgotten.
