WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) issued the following statement on the passing of former City of Wilmington Fire Chief James Ford:
“The City of Wilmington has lost a true hero today. Jim Ford served the citizens of Wilmington with compassion, and sacrificed so much for the safety of our community. Chief Ford had the deep respect of people throughout Delaware and the region, and his presence will be profoundly missed. Annie and I extend our sincere condolences to Jim’s family.”
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