Support for the Family of Fred Mashtare

There are moments in life that stop us in our tracks, and losing Fred Mashtare is one of them. His passing was sudden, unexpected, and deeply felt across every corner of our community. Today, we are asking for help — not for Fred, but for the family he loved more than anything.

Fred dedicated over four decades to the fire service. He wasn’t just a firefighter; he was the kind of man who showed up for anyone who needed him. Whether it was answering a call in the middle of the night, volunteering at local charities, or quietly helping neighbors without ever asking for recognition, Fred lived his entire life in service to others. That was simply who he was.

When we think of Fred, we think of a man who spent his whole existence lifting up his fellow human beings. He gave his time, his heart, and his strength to this community. He never asked for anything special in return — not once. But he was also a husband and a father, and he would never want his passing to become a burden on the people he loved most.

Fred’s family is now facing the difficult task of arranging his funeral and honoring him in the way he deserves. Because his death came without warning, they are asking for assistance to help cover the costs and ease the weight of this moment.

If Fred ever touched your life — if he ever helped you, protected you, made you laugh, or simply stood beside you as a friend — we ask that you consider giving back to him now, in the way he spent his life giving to all of us.

Please consider donating to support Fred’s family during this heartbreaking time.

Your kindness will help ensure that Fred is honored with the dignity, respect, and love he earned every single day of his life.