CLARKSVILLE FIRE RESCUE 9/11 REMEMBERANCE CEREMONY

Story & Photography by Tony Centonze

Never Forget was the theme of this year’s 20th anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Clarksville’s Fire Station 1.

A crowd that overflowed the bleachers set up in front of the station watched as a Joint Color Guard posted the colors, CFR Chief Freddie Montgomery, Jr. welcomed everyone, and the 101st Airborne Division Band performed the National Anthem.

The day was filled with heartfelt remarks and somber moments. A bell ringing and moment of silence led by CFR Honor Guard Engineer Albert Casillas were followed by Taps and then a 3-helicopter flyover by the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) 101st Combat Aviation Brigade.

Andrew & Debbie Kester Barney Crockarell & Ivan Adames

CFR Assistant Chief Daniel Moore Susie Yates, Bill Harpel & Brendalyn Player

Mayor Jim Durrett & Sheriff John Fuson

Mayor Joe & Cynthia Pitts EMS Assistant Chief Chris &

CFR District Chief Josh Snyder & EMS Willie Sims

Geno Grubbs & Ivan Adames CPD Chief David & Lori Crockarell CFR Dupty Fire Cheif Steve Batten & Chief Freddie Montgomery