Crete Fire Department laid their hero to rest on October 10th. Photo by Jim Piacentini.

Area fire departments honored the sudden passing of hero Chief John P Muirhead of the Crete Fire Department. Muirhead had 34 years of service, starting with Matteson, full time in Riverdale and Crete Township, and finally with Crete. He leaves behind two children and his wife, Katelyn.

Crete Fire Department, along with other local area police and fire departments, honored Muirhead on October 10. –Photo by Jim Piacentini.