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It is with profound sadness that the MSFA shares the news that Chaplain Charles E. Barnhart, Jr. passed from this world to the loving arms of Jesus this afternoon. Charlie served as the Chaplain for Taneytown Volunteer Fire Company, Chaplain for the Carroll County Volunteer Emergency Services Association, Chaplain with...
The Eastern Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (EDIAFC) will be holding their 2024 Annual Conference May 9th through 11th at the Hilton Doubletree Guest Suites Mount Laurel, New Jersey The Maryland Fire Chiefs Association (MFCA) Training Committee, with funds from the SAFER Grant, is sponsoring 20 scholarship...
President Eric Smothers has scheduled his April Executive Committee Meeting of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association for Saturday and Sunday, April 6 th & 7 th , 2024. The meeting will be at the Grantsville Volunteer Fire Department, 178 Springs Road, Grantsville, MD. The meeting will be called to order...
Former State Fire Marshal Rocco J. Gabriele died Wednesday afternoon at his home surrounded by his family. He was 90. Gabriele was the longest-serving State Fire Marshal of Maryland for nearly two decades. Gabriele was first appointed to the position on November 1, 1982, by Secretary Thomas Schmit of the...
The Maryland State Firemen’s Association and the District 16 Volunteer Fire Department regretfully announce the passing of Past Chief Richard V. Grabenstein, Sr. He was a dedicated member of the District 16 VFD where he responded to their emergencies, hauled many gallons of drinking water to area residents, called bingo every...
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The Maryland State Firemen’s Association regretfully announces the passing of Timothy B. Ganley of the Independent Hose Company. Tim was very active with the fire service including his many dedicated years on committees of the MSFA. Our prayers are with his family and fire service family. It is with heavy...
The Maryland State Firemen’s Association regretfully announce the passing of Emmons Kenneth Horner of the Mount Vernon Volunteer Fire Department. Please keep Emmons’ family and fire department in prayer. Mt. Vernon – Emmons Kenneth Horner 88, of Mt. Vernon, Maryland passed away peacefully on January 7, 2024, at Stansell House...
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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...
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