It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that NAS Patuxent River announces the tragic loss of one of our brave fire fighters, Brice C. Trossbach, who died in the line of duty while responding to a mutual aid call of a fire in Leonardtown, Md. June 27. 

Trossbach made the ultimate sacrifice while responding to a mutual aid call of a structure fire in Leonardtown, Maryland, dedicating his life to protect and serve our community.  

We kindly request that the privacy of the Trossbach family be respected during this challenging time of grieving. Information regarding memorial services and other related arrangements will be communicated as soon as they are finalized.