Rest in Peace Captain Richie...
/Gray News) - Family and friends are mourning the loss of a former Georgia firefighter who lost his life while helping others.report that retired Captain Richie Alford died Thursday afternoon while rescuing two distressed swimmers who were caught in a rip current at Panama City Beach., Richie Alford’s body was recovered just after 1 p.m. A witness said Alford went into the water to help the swimmers. They made it back to shore, but Alford did not.“He did what he was taught to do, save lives.
Richie Alford’s family said they are heartbroken about his death but the way he died is no surprise. They said the 52-year-old had the biggest heart and devoted his life to helping others.Richie Alford was a firefighter in Banks County for several years before leaving the service about two years ago.sharedBanks County Fire Battalion Chief Scottie Mathis said he and Richie Alford were like brothers. The two worked together for 18 years.
“He was just a true friend. He was always there when you needed him. You couldn’t ask for a better person,” Mathis said. After retiring from the fire department, Richie Alford started his own glass business. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and coaching softball.“Just remember him for the person he was. He would give the shirt off his back to a stranger,” Mathis said.
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