The City of LaGrange is honoring LaGrange Fire Department Sgt. Gary Atkins for his dedicated 25 years of service.
Atkins received his 25-year service pin at the regular LaGrange City Council meeting Tuesday (4/26) night.
Atkins started his career with LaGrange Fire Department in 1996. Throughout his career, he has gained many certifications in the fire and medical fields. He gained his Paramedic certification in 2004 and was promoted to Sergeant in 2006. He has
worked part-time at Lanett Fire Department, Lanett EMS and West Point Fire Department.
LFD Lt. Gary L. Atkins was born February 12, 1964 in Joliet, Illinois to Charles and Shirley Atkins. He has three brothers Roger, Darin, and Paul. In 1986, Atkins moved to Alabama. He married his wife Anna a year later on June 6, 1987. Together they have three sons Daniel, Stephen and Caleb, and nine grandchildren.
During Gary’s time off he likes playing golf, going to the gym, and playing with his dog McDuff. Gary is a devoted Christian who has been a youth pastor since he was 20 years old. He now teaches an Adult Sunday School Class, is a worship leader, and even preaches sometimes.
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