GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) -- Firefighters with the Gantt District Fire Department are mourning the passing of a former colleague

Lt. James "Andy" Brown worked with the fire district for 17 years and volunteered for years in Oconee County.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Brown family, his friends and his brothers and sisters in the fire service during his difficult time," officials said.

The fire district said Brown's contributions to the area will leave a lasting mark.

Funeral arrangements for Brown have not yet been announced.

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