More than 20 Kentwood Fire, Police Team Members Recognized for Life Saving Efforts

In 2023, Kentwood’s Fire and Police Departments had 21 team members who were honored with Life Saving Awards by Kent County EMS. These awards recognize individuals who have performed life-saving efforts while in the line of duty.

We are proud to recognize the following Kentwood team members who were honored:

• Firefighter Todd Bacon
• Fire Engine Operator Andy Biederman
• Firefighter Alex Blehm
• Firefighter Jordan Cluster
• Fire Capt. Brandon DeHaan
• Fire Lt. Jim Ellis
• Fire Lt. Nick Harkes
• Police Officer Haeden Heibel
• Fire Lt. Matt Hollinrake
• Fire Engine Operator Jim Hosier
• Fire Lt. Ryan Johnson
• Fire Engine Operator Bob Kamphuis
• Firefighter Matt McMahon
• Firefighter Michael Nail
• Fire Engine Operator Gary Post
• Firefighter Ryan Ricketson
• Firefighter Travis Sweet
• Fire Engine Operator Craig VandeZande
• Firefighter Ben Vanstensel
• Firefighter Alex Wilcox
• Police Det. Jeff Woollam

Thank you for your service and dedication to our community!