On November 2, 2024, Gates Fire District flew its flags at half-staff in to mark 60 years since the Line of Duty Death of Erwin Randolph.
Monday, November 2, 1964, FF Randolph responded to station 3 at 1:12 p.m. along with other volunteer firefighters to respond to a reported vehicle fire at the corner of Elmgrove and Buffalo roads. FF Randolph drove the responding apparatus to the scene and parked. After parking, he slumped over the wheel. All efforts to resuscitate FF Randolph were unsuccessful. He died of an apparent heart attack.
Randolph was a 27-year member of the Gates-Chili Fire Department and served as Battalion Chief of Company #3. A bronze plaque located at our Headquarters station stands in recognition of Firefighter Randolph and his ultimate sacrifice to his community.
