A former Lyerly Fire Chief has passed away. Ronald “Ronnie” Daine Stephens, a devoted veteran, firefighter, and respected community member, died peacefully at home on March 20, 2025, at the age of 76. He was born on August 19, 1948, in Rome, GA, to Harbin Monroe and Ethel Lee Green Stephens. Mr. Stephens served in the U. S. Army and was a retired employee of Consolidated Freightways. A 1966 graduate of Chattooga High School, he continued to support his alma mater and served on the Class of 1970 Board in memory of his late wife, Sharon Norton Stephens. He dedicated 52 years to firefighting, including serving as Fire Chief for both the Lyerly and Powdersville, SC Fire Departments, as well as working with the Anderson County Hazardous Materials Team. Also, he was a dedicated worker with the Summerville Main Street Program. He was active in several organizations and is survived by his family. Funeral services will be on March 25, 2025, at Mason Funeral Home Chapel.