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First Responders

Fallen Officer Sgt Gordon William Best

First Responders
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United States
South Carolina
Created January 2nd, 2021
Raised$67,862
Donations823
Shares281
Days ran84

Their story

Sergeant Gordon Best was killed in a vehicle crash on Highway 17 S, near 39th Avenue S, while responding to a call at about 4:00 am.

His patrol car left the roadway and struck a utility pole during a period of rain.

Sergeant Best had served with the North Myrtle Beach Department of Public Safety for seven years.

Sergeant Best leaves behind his wife of 5 years, Taylor, two young kids, Braxton (4) and Blakely (2).

Sergeant Best has been a lifelong family member of the North Myrtle Beach Department of Public Safety. Both of his parents retired from the agency, accounting for over 50 years of service to North Myrtle Beach citizens.


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Teresa Freeman
Teresa Freeman donated $50
5 years ago
Melissa McGinnis
Melissa McGinnis donated $100

I'm so sorry Taylor, keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, Melissa McGinnis

5 years ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $150
5 years ago
Doreen Strauss
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Sgt Gordon William Best it was an honor to know you. Thank you for all you did to keep us safe and bring the love from your heart to your job. Though I just met you once you left me with the spirit that was in your heart, your caring and consideration. Rest in Peace in your honor may your family always be cared for and cherished.

5 years ago
Ken Hart
Ken Hart donated $100

Again we are sorry about your loss. Ken and Karen Hart

5 years ago
Marilyn Bennett
Marilyn Bennett donated $30
5 years ago
Richard & Nancy Addis
Richard & Nancy Addis donated $100
5 years ago
Brandon Lee
Brandon Lee donated $50
5 years ago
Lynn Hadwin
Lynn Hadwin donated $100
5 years ago
Rusty and Lynn Caudle
Rusty and Lynn Caudle donated $100
5 years ago

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