At the ceremony October 10, the Springfield High School JROTC presents the colors.
Above, Fire Chief Barry Cousino reads names of past township firefighters and Assistant Chief David Moore rings the bell three times. Eight names were added this year to the memorial plaque. Belows are members of the Springfield Township Fire Department.
Past Springfield Twp. firefighters recalled at 19th annual ceremony
On yet another beautiful, sunny October afternoon, the Springfield Township Fire Department gathered alongside trustees, family and friends to honor eight former firefighters who served the township and passed away over the last year.
Memorialized at the October 10 ceremony were John P. Bailey, William O. Bennett, William C. Bennett, Brian De-Cair, George DeCair, Norman Fitsko, Michael Orrin and Gerald Williams.
The 19th annual ceremony, held in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week, opened with the presentation of colors by the Springfield High School JROTC, followed by the playing of the National Anthem.
Assistant Chief David Moore delivered the welcoming address thanking those who attended this year’s ceremony.
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