Firefighter of the year

12/10/07

For 6 years now, the department has been handing out awards for amazing rescues, life saving skills and of course, firefighter of the year. Each year, the committee bases their decision on things such as dedication, personality, attitude and the drive for the person(s) to go the extra mile.

This year Justin Snyder walked away with the award and more for his dedication to the department and community.

As part of his dedication to the department, he was given the Chief's Award for being very proactive in obtaining grants for equipment purchases for the department.

Because his attitude was positive all year long, he worked hard for the grants on his own and stayed involved in the department, Snyder was more than deserving of the award.

life saving skills

(left to right: Joe Small, Roger Bennett, Bruce Shanabarger, Ron Slagal, Doug Krawczyk, Don Chordas, Taya Walden, Darrell Resler) The fire department is not a part of the actual EMS system, but do assist on a multitude of runs all year long. From the simple fall to critical medical emergencies, Churubusco Firefighters are called to action. And each year a few people are lucky enough to have saved a life.

Some of these men and women have received these awards before and for some it's their very first time. By applying their knowledge, skills and abilities, a few Churubusco community members are alive today.

One incident took place at the Churubusco P.D. where a woman was found unconscious in a vehicle and the other took place at a residence.

These men and women deserve great recognition for the work that they do day in and day out assisting the Whitley County EMS system.