| Rose Fire Company #1 recently held its Annual Awards Banquet, recognizing the outstanding dedication, service, and accomplishments of our members throughout 2025. It was a wonderful evening celebrating those who devote their time and commitment to protecting our community.
We were honored to welcome several distinguished guests, including Senator Kristen Phillips-Hill, Mayor Kim Butcher, Council President Andy Bobby, Council Vice President Ryan Ross, Council Member Erica Rearich, Council Member Ginnie Neugebauer, and Harry Gribble of the Eureka Volunteer Fire Department. We appreciate their continued support of our organization.
Special thanks to Shrewsbury Fire Company for covering dispatched calls during the banquet so our members could attend and enjoy the evening. We would also like to thank Tasteful Occasions Catering for providing an excellent dinner.
We are especially grateful to the Rose Fire Company Auxiliary for their generous $20,000 donation toward the purchase of our Hurst Rescue Tools, which will enhance our ability to serve the community.
The evening also included a meaningful Blessing of the Helmets Ceremony, led by Chaplain Bobby Markline, honoring the commitment and safety of those who serve.
Wishing Mackenzie Miller all the best as she begins her journey with the United States Navy! It is a true honor to serve our country, and we are so proud of her dedication and commitment to this important calling.
2025 Award Recipients
Firefighter of the Year – Nathaniel Rosier
EMS Provider of the Year – Ryan McManus
Rookie Firefighter of the Year – Brandon Webster
Member of the Year – Andy Manker
Top Fire Responders (Calls Attended)
Lt. Andrew Umstead – 280
Chief Chris Boyer – 261
Dale Wilhelm – 222
Deputy Chief Bryan McGillin – 199
Glen Wilhelm – 176
Dean Holloway – 153
Zach Childs – 151
Owen Maher – 131
John Woods – 127
Kerry Baum, Jr. – 126
Top Training Hours
Ryan Godfrey – 146 Hours
Andrew Umstead – 49.5 Hours
Josh Campbell – 48 Hours
Zach Childs – 23 Hours
Nathaniel Rosier – 22 Hours
Top Fundraising Hours
Andy Manker – 102 Hours
Kayla Taylor – 84.75 Hours
Patti Gillette – 83.5 Hours
Brittany Ridenour – 83.5 Hours
Jeff Dukes – 65.5 Hours
Milestone Service Awards
5 Years — Joseph Sliva, Donna Schultz, Jean Shaver, Victoria Clapp
10 Years — Collin Dukes, Paige Kish, Kathy Rodgers
15 Years — Josh Campbell
20 Years — John Woods
35 Years — Kim Nace
45 Years — Carol Sieling
50 Years of Service - Donnie Miller
In recognition of 50 years of dedicated service to Rose Fire Company, we extend our sincere gratitude for Donnie’s commitment, sacrifice, and leadership, which have made a lasting impact on our department and the community we proudly serve.
Congratulations to all of our award recipients and thank you to every member of Rose Fire Company for your continued dedication to protecting our community.
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