Robert J. Higgins

Male

Leesburg, FL

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Paid
Job Function
Sergeant
Years in Fire/EMS:
25
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Harperwoods Fire Department
Years With Department/Agency
25
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
Gratoit twp. fire dept.
My Training:
U-of Michigan Fire Training, U-of Michigan trainning on care of of the critical injured.
About Me:
I had a heart attack and was forced to retire, It was the worst day of my life.This was the first job that I had that I looked forward to going to work I loved the excitment, bonding with my unit and serveing my comumity.. A perfect job if ever there was one.I miss being a FF every day. I retired in 1972 and am 85 years old God bless all our Firefighters Hang in there;;;;;;;;;
Day Job:
retired
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
I got a taste for fire fighting while in the USNavy and liked it.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
Its the greatest Job in the world
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Smaller fire crews, combined detartments, and tax payers that don't realy know what firefighters have to know and do.

Comment Wall:

  • sarah arledge

    hi Robert J. Higgins welcome to ffn hope you like it here its a great place to be. have a great day stay safe take care
  • Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp

    Robert, Welcome to the Firefighter Nation. I am glad you joined the group.There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all. Have fun.

    Chief William Sharp
    Brookings, Oregon
  • Firewriter

    Welcome to FFN!