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Congrats to Kevin O'Keefe (Kent F.D.) for being awarded the 2009 Puget Sound FOOL of the Year. O'Keefe, currently is serving as the Benevolant Trustee in the chapter and constantly picks up tasks and projects for others. O'Keefe gained National notoriety when he drove the "keg man" from Seattle to Maine last year for the Int'l Convention and filmed his adventures stopping in to hang with other chapter along the way. With this award, his tuition to the 2010 Convention in Orlando is being paid by our chapter.
Congrats again O'Keefe! 10 March 2010 11:57am - Puget Sound, WA |
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So as you know the Chapter President meetings are well underway. So far lots of great information and conversation are occurring and we want to keep it up. Please look on the main page for when your chapter meeting date is. We are looking at having a date for those chapters who may have missed their opportunity to meet with us. We'll let you know when that is. 10 March 2010 08:37am |
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The Puget Sound FOOLS are sitting here patiently awaiting the arrival of FOOL Int'l V.P. Hankins and his wife Machelle. The Hankins's are flying in to Seattle tonight and will be attending a joint 1st quarter chapter meeting with the South West Washington FOOLS and the Puget Sound FOOLS that will be followed by a Training Prop "show & tell"/"turkish bizarre" if you will. We are fire up to host the V.P. here in Western Washington, and rumor has it, a special guest will be picking them up at the airport. Depoto, you might know what its like to be picked up at the Seattle airport as a fellow FOOL.
Drinks are on us for the weekend, and both Hankins and his wife, will be well taken care of and loved while in the Puget Sound. That's what's going on in "our" neck of the woods! Take that Al Roker! 5 March 2010 10:42pm - Puget Sound, WA |
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Just a quick update so everyone can mark your calendars.
New England FOOLS Spring Training 2010 will be 4/30, 5/1, 5/2. This year will be Advanced Auto Extrication and it is shaping up to be awesome. The event will be held in Portsmouth at National Wrecker and Recovery’s facility. Topics include; maximizing your short staffed companies at Auto Accidents, ABC’s of Air Bags, Street Smart Vehicle Stabilization, and Introduction to Heavy Truck rescue operations.
Look forward to seeing y'all there! 5 March 2010 02:05pm - Sunny New England |
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Congratulations to Eric Hankins for being awarded the Ray Downey award. You took actions that all FOOLS hope to take in that extremely difficult situation. You are a model for all FOOLS to follow!!!! 28 February 2010 08:27am |
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Just wondering, can a member not affiliated with a chapter pay dues on line? I may have missed it somewhere so I wanted to ask.... 27 February 2010 11:12pm - Living by the square.......... |
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Services for Ellie Scherbarth (The six-year-old niece of Ben Sheppard) are as follows:
Thursday, February 25 @ 2PM.
First United Methodist Church, 614 North Hastings, Hastings, Nebraska. 24 February 2010 08:16am |
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It is with great sadness that we pass on news of the death of FOOLS Membership Trustee Ben Sheppard's niece, Ellie Scherbarth, this evening. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ben, his sister Annie (Ellie's mother), and their family at this very difficult time. 21 February 2010 10:36pm - Central Maryland |
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All, this morning Ben Sheppard, FOOLS Membership Trustee, called to say that his niece, Ellie, who is really more like his own daughter and who has terminal cancer, took a turn for the worse overnight, and is not expected to live much longer. He requests your prayers for Ellie and for the family. If you haven't seen the article on Ellie, please go to the article entitled "Ellie the Angel" on our homepage. 21 February 2010 10:54am - Central Maryland |
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A big thanks to the members of the Franklin Lakes, NJ FD for your great hospitality and the use of your hall for the Jersey FOOLS Winter Lecture Series. Also, big thanks to Lt. Steve Gillespie for his outstanding presentation. A great night was had by all.
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Brothers and Sisters.
Please keep FOOLS International Education Trustee, Mike Dugan, in your thoughts and prayers. Last week Mike lost his Mother after a long illness.
A private memorial service will held in her honor. 10 February 2010 11:36am |
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Please keep our chapter's president, Keith Bresnahan and his brother firefighters in Fairfax County in your thoughts. While operating at an apartment fire, a collapse occurred which trapped him and his partner inside the fire apartment, and threw his officer back into the hallway. While attempting to free his partner from the burning debris, Keith was hit by an additional roof collapse which knocked him through a window and off a balcony, falling from the 4th floor to the rear of the building...the link below is to the video and audio where you can hear Keith transmit a MAYDAY after his fall.
The good news is that he is doing ok (for the most part) with a few rib fractures and some minor spinal and ankle injuries. His partner was pulled out by the initial rescue company operating on the fire floor and RIT crew, and flown to the DC burn center as a precaution and is now home as well. 9 February 2010 07:56pm - Fairfax, Virginia |
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New England FOOLS
Annual
Fire Buff Photo Night
Saturday February 13th
ELK’S HALL 25 LOW ST, NEWBURYPORT MASS
Social “liars hour” from 6-7
Presentations from 7–11
The New England FOOLS will be sponsoring their annual fire photographer’s photo event. Come join us for another great night of Brotherhood, remembrances and multiple alarms!
There will be light fare and a cash bar.
Admission $10 at the door
More information and presentor bios:
www.NEFOOLS.org
---AND DON'T FORGET!---
Leather Helmet Raffle
INCLUDING Custom Helmet Front of YOUR Design
$15 per ticket, tickets to be drawn at the 2010 New England FOOLS Fire Buff Photo Night event at the Newburyport Elks Hall on February 13th. You DO NOT need to be present to win.
Helmet Courtesy of MSA
Custom Helmet Front courtesy of F&T Products 3 February 2010 04:17pm |
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It is with a very heavy heart that I must inform everyone and the Wisconsin Fire Service community of the passing of Mt. Horeb Fire Chief Chuck Himsel. "Fire Truck Chuck" has been an innovator and leader in the firefighting community for over 50 years. He will forever be missed.
Chief Himsel’s family expects funeral arraignments to be completed tomorrow.
Respectfully,
Kristopher Loy
Vice President
Badgerland FOOLS
1 February 2010 03:23pm - Madison, WI, USA |
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It is with a heavy heart that notice of death is posted for a well-loved and respected member of Orlando Fire Dept. Lt Gerald T. Kasper, Tower 11 A has succumbed to his battle with Thymic Cancer tonight. Jerry has taught for many years at the Orland Fire Conference and has been a strong advocate for a good and solid fire service, a good friend and damn-good firefighter. There has been much tragedy this year, but please add him, his family and friends to your prayers. Thank you. 31 January 2010 11:12pm - Orlando, Fl |
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Guys & Gals,
I would like to ask for some help. Myself and many other people are starting a foundation foor terminally ill children. The foundation is called Ellie's Angels and we will provide pretty much any outdoor activity that a terminally ill child would desire. I am asking you for support to get this venture up and running, in the form of ideas for hunting areas throughout the country, to money to products. Please feel free to contact me and I will give you any information that you may need. 30 January 2010 00:17am - Nebraska |
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The care package for our brother's in Indy is on the way.
Hopefully it does not become crying towels... 29 January 2010 12:49pm |
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When we practice what we preach, the others will listen to the sermon! 26 January 2010 06:19am |
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Thanks Rich Stack and family for having us up for a great 24 hours. 25 January 2010 01:10pm - backinnotsocoldflorida |
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Love your organization and what it stands for.Keep up the tradition 23 January 2010 07:23am - Micanopy, Fl |
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Looking to purchase used Sam Houston N6A. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
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My number is 260-385-1600 22 January 2010 08:06pm - Fort Wayne, In |
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Rich Stack, Sec-Treas Fools International |
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There is a benefit on Sunday Jan. 24 for Ron Smith aka "G-Ron" the president of North Coast Fools in Indiana. Ron daughter Olivia Nicole Smith passed away at just 5 months old. There is a benefit for the family this Sunday Jan. 24 from 2-7pm at Drena's Bar & Grill
636 N. 700 W.
Hobart IN.
More info call 1-219-588-4403
Thanks and maybe I will see you there.
DUTY-PRIDE-TRADITION 22 January 2010 04:11pm |
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Last night Ben Sheppard (International Membership Trustee) found out that his niece (who is more like his daughter) has taken a turn for the worse with her battle with cancer. Although still alive, she has been given a dim prognosis. Please keep Ellie and the Sheppard family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. 19 January 2010 10:46am |
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Very nice site. keep up the great work! Have a happy and safe new year 15 January 2010 10:11pm - Connecticut |
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Well it looks like i will be in Pt St Lucie Sunday morning until Tuesday morning , After that i will be in Orlando , If anyone want to get together leave a message and well make arrangements. 15 January 2010 11:45am - SWNY FOOLS |
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