Paramedic Brent Stephens Dies While Responding to fire Incident in Plymouth

Plymouth, MA – The Brewster/Town of Plymouth community is mourning the tragic loss of Paramedic Brent Stephens, who passed away while responding to an incident at the West Plymouth Village Fire Station on Wednesday. Brent Stephens was a dedicated Emergency Unit teammate, a loving husband, and a caring father. His sudden passing has left a deep void in the hearts of his colleagues and family.

Brent Stephens, a native of Harwich, Massachusetts, was a graduate of Cape Cod Community College and Valencia College. He had been a committed member of the Brewster Ambulance Service stationed in Plymouth for the past four years. His dedication to his role and his compassionate nature were evident to all who knew him. Cape Cod Ambulance Service Inc., Plymouth Fire Department, and Brewster EMS are all in mourning over the loss of a beloved colleague and friend.

The Town of Plymouth released a statement expressing their sorrow: “It is with great sadness that we have learned of the unexpected passing of Paramedic Brent Stephens while on duty at the West Plymouth Village Fire Station. Mr. Stephens had been a dedicated member of our public safety team as a Paramedic for Brewster Ambulance Service stationed in Plymouth for the past four years, and his loss is felt deeply. The flags in front of Town Hall, the Police Station, and all of Plymouth’s Fire Stations have been lowered to half-staff in honor of Brent as we remind everyone to please keep his family, friends, and fellow first responders in your thoughts and prayers.”

The Plymouth Fire Department also expressed their condolences: “We are deeply saddened to share the heartbreaking news of the sudden passing of our colleague, Paramedic Brent Stephens while on duty at the West Plymouth Village Fire Station. Mr. Stephens has been a dedicated member of our public safety team as a Paramedic for Brewster Ambulance Service stationed in Plymouth for the past four years, and his loss is felt deeply. Flags in front of Town Hall, the Police Station, and all of Plymouth’s Fire Stations have been lowered to half-staff in honor of Brent. Please keep Brent’s family, friends, and fellow first responders in your thoughts and prayers during this challenging time.”

Brent Stephens’ partner and wife, Emily Stephens, released a heartfelt statement: “It is with profound sadness that I share the loss of my husband Brent Stephens. He was the love of my life, a compassionate friend, and had a wonderful sense of humor. I loved him so deeply and the hole in our family will never be filled. Please keep Cooper, Brent’s dad & siblings, and our entire family in your thoughts and prayers. Details of how we plan to honor his life will be released in the coming days.”

The community continues to grieve the loss of Paramedic Brent Stephens, whose life and service have left an indelible mark on all who knew him.