Ray

73, Male

Sag Harbor

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Firefighter
Years in Fire/EMS:
27
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Sag Harbor Volunteer F.D. Sag Harbor, N.Y.
Years With Department/Agency
27
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.sagharborfd.com
My Training:
FF1, FF2, Rescue classes, former EMT plus general in house training.
Continuous training at our local training facilities.
Worked my way through company ranks, asst. captain and then captain.
Later on became a warden, basically the same as a commisoner.
Now I have become a dispatcher during an alarm at our fire house.
That's about it.
About Me:
Originally joined the fire department and did 21 years and then went honorary. I couldn't stand to hear the siren without going so I rejoined May of 2001 just in time to spend time at the WTC. Spent alot of time there doing whatever I could help out with. Then also raised monies for the Widow and Childrens Fund. Was able to take part of the closing ceremonies by carrying on of 343 American flags. It was one hell of an honor.
Day Job:
Trim carpentry, cabinet maker
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
To Serve the community
Why I Love Fire/EMS
helping the people of this community we live in.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
keeping volunteers in the department

Comment Wall:

  • Moose

    Hey Ray, I am originally from Northport. I saw your add and figured I would say hey. My father served 30 years in Northport, and I served 4 before moving upstate NY. Stay safe, look forward to chatting with you and keeping up on Long Island news!
    Moose

    Nov 15, 2007

  • Michael

    Ray, Baltimore is an all paid Fire/Ems department I hope you understand that I respect all Firefighters, Paid or Volunteer, Mike

    Nov 19, 2007

  • Ray

    To all my friends in Firefighter nation. I want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving....As we all sit down for dinner lets have a moment of silence for all those that have answered their last alarm. Also remember our troops that are not here right now and that can't be home. We also must remember those that are not coming home. God Bless America.

    Nov 21, 2007

  • Erin

    I need a few more points before the year is up...Kidding. I have enough..I would like to pack up one more time before the year is up. Maybe we can have a call when i'm in the harbor...

    Nov 21, 2007

  • Darnell

    Thank you Ray....I agree and hope so also!

    Nov 24, 2007