Services Announced For Firefighter Trevor Rusk

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department announce the line-of-duty death of Firefighter/EMT Trevor Rusk.

“Firefighter Rusk served our community with dedication and bravery. His untimely passing is deeply felt by his family, friends, colleagues, and the entire community he so valiantly protected,” Fire Chief Stuart Cassaboom said.

Visitation Details:

A visitation service to honor Firefighter Rusk will be held as follows:

Date: September 3, 2024

Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Location: First Assembly of God, 3125 N. Summit St, Arkansas City

Ceremony Details:

A memorial service to honor Firefighter Rusk will be held as follows:

Date: September 4, 2024

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Wellington Free Will Baptist Church, 802 E. 16th St, Wellington, KS

“The service will be an opportunity for family, friends, colleagues, and the public to pay their respects and celebrate the life of a man who dedicated himself to serving others. Firefighter Rusk’s bravery and dedication to duty were exceptional, and he will be forever remembered as a hero,” said Cassaboom.

The Arkansas City Fire/EMS Department invite visiting honor guards, pipes, and drums to participate in paying tribute to Firefighter Trevor Rusk.

“We deeply appreciate the solidarity and support of our fellow firefighters during this difficult time,” Cassaboom said.

 If you plan to attend and honor Firefighter Rusk, please email ArkansasCityLODDteam@gmail.com to coordinate details. Additionally, if your department would like to include a rig in the procession, please also email ArkansasCityLODDteam@gmail.com.

“Your presence and support mean a great deal as we come together to honor Firefighter Rusk. The unity and strength of the firefighting community will help us through this challenging time,” Cassaboom said.