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Captain Christopher Clevenger of the West Central Missouri Fire Protection District, Died at the age of 33 year of age after responding to a call. He leaves behind a wife and two young children.

Officer Brown sustained injuries in the line of duty and was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. He is set to undergo surgery and will be off work for several weeks to recover.

Officer Brown, who is married and has one child, with another baby on the way. 

  Detective Kevin Williams, who has bravely served our community as a Union Police Officer, is currently grappling  with the devastating impact of injuries sustained in the line of duty. While he has received workers' compensation, it only partially covers his salary.

  Washington PD Officer Matt Cooper, who was injured in an off-duty accident. While out with his family, Officer Cooper bravely intervened in a troubling situation but was struck by a moving vehicle, resulting in multiple injuries. 

UPDATE: Officer Cooper is starting to walk again  and will be going back to work on des

Isaac succumbed to his injuries on Oct. 15 at 15:35 at St. Louis Children's Hospital. Isaac is the son of WVFD firefighter Brian Lashley, and his loving mother Catie Lashley an ER nurse. Isaac participated in the Jr. Explorer program and is a member of the JROTC at WHS High School. He also attended Union High and FRCC.

Copporal Bax was shot and injured was on a trafic stop. He has recovered and returned to work. Continue to pray for his safety. 

Deputy Pottorff conducted a traffic stop. While attempting to take the felon into custody Deputy Pottorff was shot four times at point blank range. Pottorff has went back to work on light duty continue to pray for total restored health. 

 Osage Beach Police Officer Phylicia Faye Carson, age 33, of Lake Ozark, Missouri died in the line of duty on  August 31, 2024.  She left behind her husband Grant Carson, a Miller County Sheriff’s Deputy, and their 4 daughters Teighan, Raye, Emlyn, Roma; 2 sons Chevy and Rhenner.  

 Jim Bartle has dedicated his life to serving his community as a first responder. Now, it’s time for us to help him. The family has faced a challenging year due to medical expenses. As a self-employed individual, Jim is always working hard, but these unforeseen circumstances have hit the family hard. 

 It is with deep sadness that we share an update regarding the Coppedge Family. Bryan has tragically passed away, and we are committed to supporting his loved ones during this difficult time. TCMGF with the communities help was able to assist Lisa and her family during the time of need. 

Capt. Jim Cova passed suddenly while on duty. He leaves behind a wife and children . TCMGF will continue to assist and keep Jim's legency alive. Jim had a long history ofmentoring young first responders. His family has a  mission to continue assisting with individuals attending St. Louis Fire Academy. 

Lisa battle cancer for  long period of time, before she lost her battle. TCMGF held a fundraiser in her behalf covering some of her funeral expenses. 

Asst Chief Matt Tobben passed during a swift water rescue operation. Matt leaves behind a wife and two sons. Matt also served our local community for several years with the Union Fire Department and was a active member of Task Force 1. 

Don Rendon, was a Gasconade County 911 dispatcher suffered from heart complication and passed while off duty. 

Don joined Gasconade County 911 team in November 2018. He was promoted to supervisory in 2021. In 2022 Don helped lead the Agency to become ACE Accredited Center of Excellence. 

Amy Smith wife of Jonathan a firefighter from Richmond Heights, was diagnosied August 2023 with invasive Ductal Stage 4 Breast Cancer that had metatasis to her liver. Amy have a long Journey ahead of her. Amy has been a nurse and was currently 8 weeks away from graduating with her Nurse Practitioner degree.  Amy and Jo