Patrick J Cronen

Male

Harrisburg, PA

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Firefighter
Years in Fire/EMS:
Newbie July 09 Probational Fireman
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Rutherford PA Fire Dept Engine Co 45
Years With Department/Agency
4 years
Dept. Web Site:
http://rutherfordfire.com
My Training:
Pipeline
pumper
SCBA
Hydrant
ladders
HazMat Ops
CPR and General First AId
Evoc Driver Training
Electrical Training
About Me:
I am a 43 year old living my childhood dream..I am having a blast. I am a member of Rutherford Engine Co. 45.. I am the first Bagpiper in the department.
Thanks to all my brothers at the station for helping me learn.
Day Job:
service technician for rehab company. I build custom wheelchairs
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
Finally living my childhood dream....I have so much respect for fireman..I have always wanted to do this and I felt it was time..I am enjoying myself so much..Thanks to all the Guys at station 45 for helping me learn.
I had a few heroes growing up and they all seem to be Fireman and policeman.. A family friend Joe Kelly gave me his badge at age 5 and I was hooked and destined to be doing this.. I finally got tired of saying I wish and I now say I am.. And I love it..
Why I Love Fire/EMS
I love helping my community, I always wanted to be a fireman since I was 5 years old. I used to go to all the Fire stations looking to see if they had a pole. They are my Heroes.
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Comment Wall:

  • Denise Co 29

    Welcome to FFN from Berks County, Pa. Stay safe
  • Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp

    Patrick, welcome to the FF Nation. I am glad you dropped in to join the group. Dont be shy. There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all. Takes a bit to kinda figure it all out but you will be glad you did. Have fun and look around.
    Love the Pipes Ladd.

    Chief William Sharp
    Southern Oregon Coast
  • Tracy Nornhold

    Thanks Pat! The new house is great. Almost hard to believe we've been here almost 2 years! How is the pipe band? I miss playing, but just don't have the time to commit to practicing right now. I do get out my practice chanters every now and again.
    T.