State of Maine Flags to be Lowered in Bar Harbor to Honor Former Fire Chief David W. Rand

Governor Paul R. LePage today ordered the State of Maine flag lowered to half-staff in the Town of Bar Harbor on Wednesday, August 27 in honor of former fire chief David W. Rand, 72, who died on August 20. U.S. flags must remain at full staff.

“The First Lady and I send our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Rand,” said Governor LePage. “His career as a firefighter spanned 42 years, serving in Bangor for two decades, in Lincoln as assistant fire chief and then as fire chief of Bar Harbor from 1993 to 2012. A veteran of the Navy who served on submarines, Mr. Rand exemplified dedication to both his country and his community.”

Mr. Rand also served on the Trenton planning board and as the interim code enforcement officer for the Town of Bar Harbor. He and his high school sweetheart Karen celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last year.