indianaFF

64, Male

Vincennes

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Firefighter, Hazardous Materials Team Member
Years in Fire/EMS:
20+
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
retired
Years With Department/Agency
7+
My Training:
Firefighter with medical back ground, also trained in Haz-Mat
About Me:
I spent all of my years transporting patients by chopper or ground. I worked in a level 1 trauma center then a burn unit and finally a small town hospital.. I was a rescuer during 9/11 and I struggle with the memories. I joined a VFD to try to bring my skills to the small town department.
Day Job:
Medical field Trauma, ICU, etc
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
My dad set the example, help anyone, anytime, any way you can. He would rush in when no one else would.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
you get the chance to make a difference in people's lives
Top Issues Facing Responders:
lack of qualified instructors and too small of a budget in small town departments

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  • K.H.K

    god bless you that had to be one of the hardest thing you ever had to do . like I said god bless you .
    Your brother in Greenup IL

    Sep 9, 2007

  • Lou Angeli

    Congrats Bob -- I've ordered mine! Gave me chills reading your account of finding the torso and juxtaposing it with memories from your grandmother's kitchen. But that's what it was like. I'm sure it will be a good read. -- Lou

    Jan 25, 2008

  • indianaFF

    Thanks to everyone who has bought my book and for the kind words. Be safe and make sure everyone goes home.

    Sep 19, 2008