Anthony Lamattina Remembered After Deadly Industrial Accident at Pearman Dairy Road Warehouse in S.C.

 The Anderson County and Townville communities are mourning the sudden and tragic loss of 57-year-old Anthony Mark Lamattina III, a respected volunteer firefighter whose life was cut short in a workplace accident at an industrial warehouse on Pearman Dairy Road. Known to many as a dedicated public servant and hardworking community member, his death has left both colleagues and residents in deep sorrow.

According to Anderson County Coroner Greg Shore, emergency dispatchers received a call around 1:45 p.m. reporting an industrial accident at Industrial Warehouse Service. When first responders arrived, they found Lamattina had suffered fatal injuries during a loading operation. Despite immediate efforts to assist him, he was pronounced dead at the scene, marking a devastating end to a routine workday.

Preliminary findings indicate that Lamattina was helping unload materials from a truck when a forklift operation nearby became unstable. Investigators say a pallet shifted during transport, causing materials to fall and trap him underneath. The impact resulted in severe crushing injuries, and his death was later ruled as accidental due to traumatic asphyxiation.

Authorities have emphasized that the incident remains under active investigation, with multiple agencies involved, including the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Officials are carefully reviewing workplace safety procedures, equipment handling, and operational conditions to determine exactly how the accident unfolded and whether any safety improvements are needed.

Beyond the investigation, the loss has deeply affected those who knew Lamattina personally and professionally. As a volunteer firefighter with the Double Springs Fire Department, he was recognized for his commitment to helping others and his willingness to respond in moments of crisis. Fellow firefighters and community members have described him as dependable, compassionate, and always ready to serve.

His passing has created a profound void within the local emergency services community, where volunteer firefighters play a vital role in protecting residents and responding to emergencies. Many of his colleagues are now remembering not only his service but also the character and dedication he brought to every call and every task he undertook.

Friends and neighbors across Townville have also begun sharing memories and tributes, reflecting on the impact he had both in uniform and in everyday life. His reputation as a hardworking and selfless individual has become a central part of how the community is honoring his legacy in the wake of this tragedy.

As Anderson County continues to process the loss, residents are coming together in support of Lamattina’s family, fellow firefighters, and coworkers. His death serves as a painful reminder of the risks faced in industrial workplaces and the importance of safety in every environment. Though his passing was sudden and tragic, Anthony Lamattina will be remembered for his service, his dedication, and the lasting mark he left on the community he faithfully served.