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ODHFS Member & Retired Fire Marshal David Creasy Passes
Monday, October 15th, 2018
'A legendary individual': Retired fire marshal David Creasy dies from cancer.
He served the Richmond and Chesterfield fire departments for a combined total of more than 50 years.
Dave was also a member of the Central Region of the ODHFS.
In January of 2017 several ODHFS members, including Jerry Fisher, and apparatus helped deliver a scooter to David at CFEMS Station 15.
David Creasy (L) with ODHFS Member Jerry Fisher (R)
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Sunday, June 28th, 2020
A couple of ODHFS Central Region rigs rolled out on June 20th to honor a WW II Vet who just turned 100 years young. A drive through parade with a motorcycle group and a couple of fire trucks went right by the front door of his care facility.
Sunday, June 14th, 2020
ODHFS Central Region MembersThe calendar title says it is another month, but our Association's activities calendar is still stuck on March. All the parades and events that I know of that ODHFS members would normally be interested in have all been canceled thru July with one exception.
Sunday, June 14th, 2020
We’ve had a some activity this past month in the region and also a couple of upcoming events to report on. So let’s get to the good stuff.Region NewsMember Jim Larson got out and about and was able introduce his “SQURT 2” to a few folks at a social distancing Cars and Coffee...
Sunday, May 17th, 2020
ODHFS Central Region MembersFor those of you that have never watched the movie "Groundhog Day", if your life has been like mine lately, there is no need to watch the movie; we have been living the movie day after day.
Sunday, May 17th, 2020
As your incoming Northern Region Director, I feel a little introduction is needed. I’m David Gantt, I’ve been a member of the ODHFS for 10 years now, also about 4 more years a long time ago.
Friday, May 8th, 2020
We regret to report that the ODHFS received word this morning that ODHFS Member Joe Mellender's wife, Thelma, passed away yesterday afternoon, May 7, 2020. They were married for 64 years and Thelma would have been 84 at the end of this month.
Tuesday, April 7th, 2020
Good afternoon folks,Sad news to report today on the passing of Daniel Hottel, a longtime member of the Woodstock Fire Department (Shenandoah County, Virginia) and ODHFS member.The Woodstock Fire Department did a wonderful job on their Facebook page of communicating the passing of Mr.
Saturday, March 7th, 2020
ODHFS Central Region MembersFirst, welcome to our newest member of ODHFS in the Central Region, Bill Elliott. Bill served many years in the Chesterfield County Fire Department as a volunteer then career firefighter.
Sunday, February 9th, 2020
Hi folks,I think 2020 is going to be a great year for ODHFS and our antique fire truck hobby. I bet some trucks got some TLC with the recent warmer February weather. As I try and do each month, here are some quick highlights and key dates to keep in mind for our Northern Region ODHFS team:Some upd...
Thursday, December 12th, 2019
Dear ODHFS members – the oldest continuous operating fire museum in Virginia is always looking for new members. Now is a good time to join and membership offers discounted admissions and a monthly newsletter with very interesting history of the Alexandria, Va.
Thursday, December 12th, 2019
ODHFS Central Region Members:First I want to welcome to ODHFS and the Central Region several new members who have joined in the last few months: Johnny Shelton; David Silvestro; Billy Greer; William Boissean; Stephen Filarsky; and Joe Reid.
Sunday, November 17th, 2019
PURYEAR, Gerald Linwood "Jerry," 77, of Glen Allen, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence L. and Gladys Louise Puryear; and brother, Robert S.
Friday, November 15th, 2019
Hi folks,Just wanted to share some miscellaneous news items as it relates to the Old Dominion Historical Fire Society (ODHFS) and our Northern Region.New ODHFS MembersFirst up, we have had several new members join ODHFS.
Sunday, November 3rd, 2019
ODHFS Central Region Members:Since my last newsletter I received information on the Prince George Parade which is now listed below. Also, ODHFS received a request by someone in Henrico that wants "to hire" an antique fire apparatus to attend their son's 4th birthday party that will...
Sunday, October 27th, 2019
Welcome! We have a new member in our Northern Region – welcome to Willie Shelton Jr. in the Fredericksburg area. Thank you Willie for your interest in the ODHFS and we look forward to meeting with you at an ODHFS event, parade, muster, etc.Also a Congratulations to our President Tom Herman a...
Monday, October 21st, 2019
I know this is a long shot, but we are trying to find out any info on Lyn-Dan Heights (VA) first fire engine. This year is their 60th anniversary. It was a Lyn-Dan Heights engine from Campbell County, VA.
Sunday, October 20th, 2019
A longtime very active member who served as Trustee, Vice President and Senior Vice President of SPAAMFAA as well as serving on many committees, has passed away. He also was a life long member of the Maryland Fire Service.
Sunday, August 4th, 2019
Old Dominion Historical SocietyEastern RegionGreeting from the Eastern District. This is a reminder that we have a few parades coming up in the near future. Also, I need some input from the members of the district on improving the growth of our club.
Sunday, July 14th, 2019
ODHFS Central Region Members;Welcome to the newest ODHFS members in the Central Region:Hunter FisherBud LaceyRichard KnightJoshua FitzgeraldI hope everyone had a great Fourth of July. We had a great showing at the Brandermill Community parade with 9 apparatus participating.Up-coming events in the C...
Sunday, July 7th, 2019
Apple Blossom 2019 Wrap UpA group of the ODHFS folks in the Northern Region who coordinate and plan Apple Blossom each year met to “debrief” our 2019 event that was held on May 4th. I am impressed with this team that looks at ways to improve and streamline our biggest Northern Region ev...
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