Designed and supported by the East Providence Fire Fighters Beneficial Association, the Memorial was constructed and is maintained to honor those members that have passed away. Each year during October's Fire Prevention Week, the EPFFBA holds their annual Fireman's Memorial Sunday Service to honor these dedicated public servants, in which the public is invited.
The Memorial is located on the grounds of Station 4, 66 Wampanoag Trail.
For information regarding the East Providence Fire Fighters Beneficial Association, please contact:
Adam L. Christina - President
Joseph A. DaSilva - Treasurer
Michael D. Curran - Secretary
Line of Duty Deaths
Members of the East Providence Fire Department who made the ultimate sacrifice for the citizens of our community:
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Firefighter Arthur H. Ring
Died on October 21, 1938 as a result of injuries sustained while attempting to save the lives of three individuals swept into the high waters of Watchemoket Cove during the Hurricane of 1938. -
Firefighter Joseph M. Handfield
Died on January 15, 1947 as a result of injuries sustained while operating at a multiple-alarm fire and explosion at the former Bird & Son Company on Dexter Road. -
Firefighter Leonard A. Anderson
Died on July 11, 1927 as a result of injuries sustained while battling a structure fire on Central Avenue. -
Lieutenant Robert A. McPherson
Died on July 10, 1957 as a result of injuries sustained while operating at a fire at St. Brendan's Church on Turner Avenue.