Memorial for Fire Chief Paul Hewitt to be held on July 29

Park City Fire District Chief Paul Hewitt's family was escorted home over the weekend. Photo: Park City Fire District

PARK CITY — On Friday, 58-year-old Park City Fire District Chief Paul Hewitt passed away while on vacation with his family in Oregon. He was critically injured following a UTV accident.

Chief Hewitt’s family was escorted home over the weekend by members of the Fire District and the Summit County Sheriff’s Office.

“Paul Hewitt served the Park City Fire District for 10 years with distinction and commitment to the profession,” said the Fire District in a released statement. “He will be greatly missed. On behalf of his family, the members of the Park City Fire District warmly welcome your attendance at the Memorial Service.”

The service will be on July 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the Eccles Center in Park City. “Please join us as we celebrate his life and dedication to the fire service.”