The Greenville Fire Department held its annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Wednesday morning at Delta Towers, honoring the 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks that killed more than 2,000 people in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
The solemn gathering brought together local first responders, community members and students to reflect on one of America’s greatest tragedies and to recognize the dedication and sacrifice of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.
“On today, we stand to always remember the dedication and sacrifice during these tragic events,” Greenville Fire Chief Ruben Brown Sr. said in his remarks, emphasizing the lasting impact of 9/11 and the continued importance of local first responders.
The ceremony featured a symbolic walk, a stair climb and a ring of remembrance to honor the fallen. Performances by Jared Collins and the Greenville High School Choir added heartfelt tributes through song. For the choir students, the event served as a history lesson.
“Even though they weren’t born at the time, it’s still important to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice,” organizers noted..
Agencies participating in the ceremony included the Leland Fire Department, Pafford EMS, Greenville Police Department, Washington County EMA, Washington County Sheriff’s Department and the Greenville Fire Department.
Mayor Errick D. Simmons delivered an uplifting and unifying message before placing the ceremonial wreath in honor of the fallen.
As the final tribute, the Greenville Fire Department rang the bell 10 times, marking the lives lost on that fateful day and ensuring their memory endures.
