Our QDR Hometown Hero of the week is Hunter Holland, Captain at Pine Level Fire Department.

Hunter is a Captain at Pine Level Fire Department. He began as a Junior firefighter, obtained his EMT certification, got his associate’s degree from Johnston Community College, and graduated from high school a week apart. Hunter joined the Fayetteville Fire Department and went through their fire academy. Hunter had a son named Boone, who was born on May 8, 2021, and was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Boone was non-verbal, could not walk, but Boone had the most contagious smile and was a very happy little boy. Boone was loved by everyone who met him. Boone was loved deeply by his cousins, aunts, uncles, and therapists. Boone went to school at Pine Level Elementary School and was loved by Mr. Sasser and his teachers. All you had to do was mention school, he would smile really big, and his eyes would light up. Boone turned 4 years old last month, but Boone went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, June 19th. 2025. Hunter is the most deserving hometown hero ever. Hunter balanced his career, continued to serve his community as a volunteer, and spent all of his free time with Boone. Hunter has a serving heart and will spend more of his time now with people with special needs to honor Boone’s memory.” On behalf of the Q-Crew we would also like to wish Hunter a Happy Birthday! 

Thank you, Hunter, for your service! As a token of our appreciation, we’re sending you a $50 gift card to Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q to thank you for all you do.