The Berwyn Fire Company honored the life and service of Nicholas Harold Standing Campbell this past weekend.

Over his more than forty years of service, Nick provided visionary leadership in numerous capacities within the region’s fire and emergency services. His long-term service with the Malvern Fire Company included many years as EMS Chief, as well as numerous other operational and administrative positions. He began his professional career at Paoli Memorial Hospital, where he served in several capacities, including the Cardio Pulmonary Team and as the first Paramedic Supervisor for Medic 92.

Chief Campbell was ALS Director for Brandywine Hospital’s Medic 93 and Skyflight care for much of his career. Under Nick’s visionary leadership, Malvern Fire Company established the first fire department-based paramedic service in Chester County. His distinguished service included serving as President of the Chester County Emergency Medical Services Council. Nick was the recipient of numerous service awards, including the Margaret Hoover Brigham EMS Award.

Memorial donations may be made to Nick in his name to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation in Emmitsburg, Maryland at http://firehero.org/ or via mail at NFFF, PO Box 498, Emmitsburg, MD 21727.