40 Years of Service with the Stanwix Heights Fire Department
There's one major theme that seems to play out in our weekly series about First Responders, the call to duty seems to be born into the blood for many of those who serve. And so it is with Steve Snow with Stanwix Heights Fire Department.
The person nominating, Steve says they first met in 1984. And since then they have notice that he dedicates all his free time as a volunteer at the Stanwix Heights Fire Department. He actually began with the department in 1980, following in his father's footsteps. Steve currently serves as Chief.
Of course anyone volunteering as a firefighter finds themselves battling fires in all sort of weather at all hours of the day. When your work in a community spans 40 years, there are times when the tragedy strikes close to home with friends and families.
In addition to running toward danger, serving as Chief means Steve spends countless hours involved with training, EMT classes, and of course fund raising. Meaning many additional hours are spent planning, organizing, and executing BBQ and bingo events.
Steve thanks for what you do to protect all of us. the person nominating you put it best:
The dedication of people like him are far and few between. I feel better knowing I have him to help if ever a time comes.
Do you know a first responder that deserves to be recognized? Tell us about someone who should be honored in central New York - a firefighter, police officer, EMT, forest ranger, paramedic, DEC officers, military, rescuers or any other person first on the scene.
Include their name, a picture and why they should be recognized during 'First Responder Friday,' presented by Martin, Harding & Mazzotti.
We'll honor one first responder every Friday and as a way to say thank you, we'll give them a bundt cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes.