Stories and memories from Firefighters of Orange County Firefighters can tell some interesting stories about "the BIG one" and over the years they have collected quite a few! There are men and women who have answered calls for help for more than 75 years right here in Orange County. We are proud to Honor these Veterans of the fire service by immortalizing them "In Their Words" and saving their stories for us to share in now and for generations to come, in an INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT and on the Website. Now it’s time for you to tell your story! To schedule an interview click here Interviews take approx 20 minutes and will be conducted by Tony Donato, Chester FD, Health & Safety officer on video. Participants will be given a copy on DVD and their interview “In their words ” shared on the museums website and in an interactive display at the museum! Be a part of the recorded Firefighting history of Orange County! click here to see some of the interviews What the interview consists of......... Your Favorite “War Story” or Your “Tale of the BIG ONE!” Name & Highest Rank Achieved Department or Company Affiliation(s) Year Joined & How many years served Why did you become a Firefighter? What has changed since you joined? Words of wisdom for NEW firefighters To schedule an interview click here or call Tony Donato at 845-988-5041 Larry Schaffer Walden FD for over 63 years Marvin Cohen Member since Aug. 1951 Monhagen Hose Company Middletown Fire Department Donald "Donny" Atkin Member Since 1948 Walton Engine & Hose Co. Chester Fire Dept. Hap Schmidt Montgomery FD for over 60 years Chief Jim Grey 37 year Veteran Past Chief Ted Schmidt Montgomery FD Since '51 Past Captain James TenKate Circleville FD Since '51 Past Chief KennethYereance Circleville FD Since '51 Past Chief

 

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