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Please see the funeral arrangements for Juan Antonia Smith II as we come together to honor his life, service, and dedication to our community. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and our fire family during this difficult time. His legacy will be remembered with gratitude and honor.

Juan Antonia Smith II
February 5, 2024 - June 12, 2026

It is with profound sadness that Rockdale County Fire Rescue announces the line-of-duty death of Firefighter Juan Antonia Smith II, who passed away on June 12, 2026.

Today, we honor a brave firefighter who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others. His courage, dedication, and selflessness exemplified the highest ideals of the fire service and will never be forgotten.

Though his watch has ended, his legacy will endure in the lives he touched, the community he served, and the brothers and sisters who had the privilege of serving alongside him.

Rest easy, Firefighter Smith. We have the watch from here. ❤️

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The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation is aware of the serious incident at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, Maine, and is closely monitoring the situation as additional information becomes available.

Our thoughts are with all those affected, their families and loved ones, the employees of Robbins Lumber, and the firefighters, emergency medical personnel, law enforcement officers and other first responders who have been working under extraordinarily difficult conditions.

We are grateful for the coordinated efforts of local, state and federal agencies and stand ready to support the fire service community as appropriate.