BERKLEY — The following is a statement from Berkley Fire Chief Scott Fournier about Somerset Fire Chief Scott Jepson, who died unexpectedly on Jan. 2:
“On behalf of the entire Berkley Fire Department we would like to extend our deepest condolences to Chief Jepson’s family and loved ones and everyone over at the Somerset Fire Department. Chief Jepson reached out to me when I first became chief in 2011 and he helped me in my new role and was a mentor for me. In that time, we became close friends and I will always cherish the memories we shared together. Scott’s calm demeanor, his kindness and his professionalism as a chief are just a few of the things I will never forget about him. We wholeheartedly stand with our brothers and sisters at the Somerset Fire Department and Scott’s family and will be there to support them with anything they need during this extremely difficult time.”
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