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On June 18, 2007, Charleston, SC, honored the bravery of firefighters James "Earl" Drayton, Mike Benke, William "Billy" Hutchinson, Melvin Champaign, Mark Kelsey, Bradford "Brad" Baity, Louis Mulkey, Brandon Thompson, and Michael French. Their dedication to serving the community exemplified courage and commitment. Drayton, Benke, Hutchinson, and others spent decades protecting lives, with ages ranging from 27 to 56. Their legacy lives on in our hearts as we remember their ultimate sacrifice and unwavering spirit.
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We will remember… James "Earl" Drayton was 56 years old. He was a Fire Fighter with 32 years service. Mike Benke was 49 years old. He was a Captain with 20 years service. William "Billy" Hutchinson was 48 years old. He was a Captain with 30 years service. Melvin Champaign was 46 years old. He was a Fire Fighter with 2 years service. Mark Kelsey was 40 years old. He was an Engineer with 12.5 years service. Bradford "Brad" Baity was 37 years old, an Engineer with 9 years service. Louis Mulkey was 34 years old. He was a Captain with 11.5 years service. Brandon Thompson was 27 years old. He was a Fire Fighter with 4 years service. Michael French was 27 years old. He was an Asst. Engineer with 1.5 years service.
