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The MSFA is saddened to announce the passing of LAMSFA Past President (2008-2009) Lois Hetz. Please keep Harry and the entire Hetz family in your prayers. Cards may be sent to: Harry Hetz 20818 Oak Grove Church Road Bivalve, MD 21814 Lois was born in 1945 to Elda and James...
The Maryland State Firemen’s Association regretfully announce the passing of MSFA Past President (2020-2021) Charles W. W. “Chuck” Walker. Chuck also served the MSFA on the 17 State Circle Committee, VCAF Committee, and the Executive Committee. Chuck is a member of the MSFA Hall of Fame. Chuck is a life...
November 11, 1939 — August 25, 2023 George “Fred” A. Cross, age 83, of Salisbury, Maryland passed away on August 25, 2023 at Tidal Health Regional Peninsula General Hospital in Salisbury, Maryland. Born in Eccleston, Maryland, he was the son of George Cross Sr. and Jeanette (Beall) Cross and husband...
WVRS and BCCRS Alumni Associations are hosting a Shrimp & Oyster Feast on Saturday, September 30th 2023, 1PM-5PM at Wheaton Rescue Squad's ballroom, 2400 Arcola Ave, Wheaton MD 20902.
Please join us for our 100th anniversary celebration. The day will start with a parade at 1000 and continue with historical displays, food, and a little friendly competition.
The Officers and Members regret to announce the death of Past Chief John F. "Jake" Mattingly of the Leonardtown VFD.
All Officers, Committee Chairs and Organizations Representatives: President Eric Smothers has scheduled his First Executive Committee Meeting of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association for Saturday and Sunday, August 26 and 27, 2023. The meeting will be at the Libertytown Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., 12027 South Street, Libertytown, MD. The meeting...
Brice Clayton Trossbach, 25, of California, MD passed away tragically in the line of duty on June 27, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1997 in Leonardtown, MD to Warren Trossbach, Jr. and Diane Katherine Trossbach of Leonardtown, MD. Brice was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County; proud...
There were a Total of 349 companies in good standing as recorded by the Secretary. A total of 21 past presidents’ registered and 21 voted The following officers were unopposed and elected by a single ballot cast by the office of the Secretary with the exception of the election of...
Mark your calendars for the 6th Annual Crab Feast!!
On Saturday May 20th, 2023, Pamela Ann Bond (nee Cross) of Salisbury, MD, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 56. Pam was born in Towson, MD, to Patricia Cross (nee Engle) and George Cross, Jr., on February 23rd, 1967 at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center. She is survived by...
Announcing the passing of President Matt Weber and Celebration of Life information. Invitation for companies to attend.
It is with deep sadness that the LAMSFA announces the passing of our 1998 – 1999 Past President, Joan Irene Cumberland, 85, of Westminster died Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Carroll Hospital. Born March 14, 1938, in Westminster, she was the daughter of the late Helen Weist Shaffer. She was...
Passing of Past President of the Carroll County Volunteer Firemen's Association and Charter Member of Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department , Earl "Dick" Baker Sr.
The Maryland State Firemen's Association is saddened to announce the passing of Past President Terry Thompson, (2003-2004).
Westminster Fire Department 200th Anniversary Parade and Fire Muster
Representing the Maryland Emergency Services Officers with Progression While Maintaining Tradition Scholarship Opportunity PDF & Forms: MFCA SAFER – EDIAFC Annual Conference 2023 Scholarship Application EDIAFC Annual Conference Registration Information – 2023 Would you like to attend the Eastern Division IAFC 2023 Annual Conference? The Eastern Division of the International...
The Maryland State Firemen’s Association regretfully announce the passing of Richard Smith of the Oxford Fire Company. Richard Served the MSFA as a member of the Executive Committee, Chair of the Legislative Committee, Chair of the Hall of Fame Committee, and Vice-Chair of the Sprinkler Committee. Richard was placed into...
The Maryland State Firemen’s Association regretfully announces the passing of John Joseph Shuhart of the Barton Hose Company #1 on Tuesday February 14, 2023. John served the MSFA on the Insurance Committee 1983-1986, Chaired the Statistical Committee 1986-1990, Assistant Treasurer 1990-2000 and Treasurer 2002-2003. John received the Gladhill-Thompson Award in...
MSFA Tax Subtraction Categories No Volunteer may receive credit twice for the same event or action. There is no prohibition on multiple events occurring in sequential time periods. A volunteer cannot be compensated for the action. Food and nominal reimbursement or expenses are excluded. Only Standby and Collateral duties must...
Death of Blaine M. Snyder, a long time member and State Delegate
All Flight Paramedics are sworn Maryland State Troopers. The qualifications necessary to be considered as a Trooper/Flight Paramedic (in addition to the Basic Trooper qualifications) are: National Registry Paramedic certification Maryland Paramedic certification (or eligibility for reciprocity) At least 2 years Paramedic Experience in Prehospital Setting Flight Paramedic Certification or...
Death Notice: Thomas Collins, Past Fire Prevention Committee Chair
The Vigilant Hose Company is saddened to share the passing of Past President, Life Member and Hall of Fame member Leo 'Mike' Boyle.
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