CAL FIRE Local 2881 Honor Guard

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CAL FIRE Local 2881 Honor Guard

CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard is recognized as one of the top Honor Guards in the Country.

This dedicated group provides assistance to the families in making arrangements involving funeral and memorial services for both active and retired L2881 members.

05/08/2026

This afternoon, I had the privilege of participating in the Fresno County Peace Officer memorial ceremony, which annually honors law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The ceremony provides a special VIP area for the families of the fallen, serving as a poignant reminder that their loved ones' sacrifices will be remembered forever.

05/06/2026

On April 30, 2026, the CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard Pipes & Drums, in coordination with the U.S. Navy Honor Guard, assisted the family of Retired CAL FIRE Unit Chief William “Bill” Sager in paying their respects. A funeral mass was held at St. Joseph Church in Redding, where Chief Sager's service was commemorated. As a retired unit chief in Butte County and a Navy veteran, Chief Sager later relocated to Shasta County. During his time in the Navy, he served as a lieutenant in the Vietnam War, earning multiple commendations for his service, prior to embarking on a decades-long career in fire service. Following the mass, a procession was held to the Northern California Veterans Cemetery, where Chief Sager was laid to rest. Chief Sager was deeply respected and loved by his family, friends, and colleagues in the CAL Fire community.

05/03/2026

The Cal Fire L2881 Honor Guard Pipes and Drums concluded the 2026 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in Emmitsburg, Maryland, paying tribute to 204 firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. Nine Cal Fire fallen firefighters, namely Daniel “Danny” Cook, David Donley, Curtis Tate Jr., Mark Dale Miller (RRU), Mark Edira (BEU), Robert McLaughlin (SDU), Leroy “Howard” Hedges (SAC), Paul Rotondaro, and Carol Paul Thomas (MMU), were memorialized, with their families joining to honor their sacrifices at a national level.

04/20/2026

Yesterday afternoon, CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard Pipes & Drums, alongside CPF Pipes and Drums, assisted the family of Wendy Watkins' celebration of life. Many of her family, close friends, and CAL FIRE personnel from SLU were also in attendance. Firefighter Wendy Watkins lost her courageous battle with cancer on March 19. Rest easy, Wendy; we'll take it from here.

04/10/2026

The CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard offers profound condolences to the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office and the law enforcement community at large upon the loss of a Tulare County Deputy who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the Deputy, and with you, as we honor their service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our communities.

03/14/2026

This morning CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard presented colors at the first Company Officers Academy Graduation for 2026 Class 26-01. This month ramps up a busy schedule from Memorials, promotion ceremonies, and two more COA graduations

02/19/2026

A true testament of what we do, Honor Guard Commander C Bruno “Honoring Service”. One of the important duties of the Honor Guard is honoring fallen firefighters with dignity and respect they deserve.

01/27/2026

CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard and Butte County Explorer Post 414 presented colors for the 24th Annual Butte County Firefighters Benevolent Fund Crab Feed. Video in comments.
The event was held January 24th in Chico, CA.
The Butte County Firefighters Benevolent Foundation is a nonprofit organization that offers relief to firefighters' families while also supporting the community members affected by fires. https://www.bcfbf.org

01/26/2026

Yesterday, CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard & Pipes and Drums, in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies, rendered final honors to Congressman Doug LaMalfa. Over 3,000 attendees paid respects to the late Congressman during his memorial service held at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico.

Notable figures in attendance included prominent national and state leaders, such as Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson, California Governor Gavin Newsom, and U.S. Senator Adam Schiff.

01/25/2026

CAL FIRE L2881 Honor Guard Pipes and Drums presented colors at the 2025 Southern Region Director’s Awards Ceremony, held Thursday, January 22, 2026.

Among the honors presented was the Superior Accomplishment Award, recognizing superior performance resulting in exceptional contributions to CAL FIRE, clearly demonstrating ingenuity, innovation, and creativity beyond normal job expectations.

Congratulations to all the award recipients. Your professionalism, expertise, and commitment to excellence reflect the very best of CAL FIRE, Union and the citizens we serve each and every day.

Address

1730 I Street, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA
95811

Telephone

+19166098700

Website

http://www.calfirelocal2881.org/support-charities/honor-guard/

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