| On Saturday, March 1, 2008, the Rose Fire Company #1 held its annual appreciation banquet for fire and EMS responders, administrative personnel and Ladies Auxilliary at the BonAir Country Club. The evening was marked by awards for top responders, top training hours, top fundraising hours, special awards and years of service recognition. Guests from neighboring mutual aid companies, municipal government and State elected officials were also in attendance.
This year's banquet was a milestone for one special member. Donald Klinedinst was recognized and honored for 50 years of dedicated and faithful service to the Rose Fire Company #1 and citizens of Southern York County. Donald began his service with the fire company in 1958, through the years serving in numerous fire line and administrative offices, and earning the honor of life member. His service was also recognized by State Senator Mike Waugh, Representative Ron Miller and US Congressman Todd Platts.
The Rose Fire Company #1 also presented the following awards: Life Member, Eugene "Jake" Fair; Firefighter of the Year, James Unglesbee; EMS Provider of the Year, Corey Gillespie |
