Public Invited to Attend the 26th Annual Emergency Services Memorial, Oct. 10
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – County Emergency Services and local area first responder agencies invite the public to attend the 26th Annual Cumberland County Emergency Services Memorial. Those in attendance will join in paying tribute to firefighters, EMS personnel and other emergency services heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the community.
Event details
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Date: Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
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Time: 11 a.m.
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Location: Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) Regional Fire & Rescue Training Center, 775 Tom Starling Rd., Fayetteville.
This solemn ceremony will include a wreath-laying, roll call of fallen personnel, the traditional 5-5-5 bell ringing, and the playing of Taps.
Keynote speaker for the event will be Cumberland County Pavan Patel.
About the Memorial
Over the last 26 years, the County’s memorial service has evolved into a deeply meaningful annual tradition, offering space for remembrance, recognition, and community support. For information about the memorial service, or participation opportunities, contact:
Community members who wish to purchase a commemorative brick or have one permanently placed within the memorial walkway circle must submit a Memorial Brick Request form. Additional information may be found at BravetheFire.com under the “Honor Guard” menu.
For information about purchasing a commemorative brick, contact David Richtmeyer at DavidRichtmeyer@FayettevilleNC.gov or 910-433-1729.
Join us as we pause, reflect, and honor the memory of those who gave everything in service to our community.
To learn more about Cumberland County Government, visit cumberlandcountync.gov, download the MyCCNCGov app, or follow @CCNCGov on social media.
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