Firetruck-Hearse to Provide Final Ride

Firetruck-Hearse to Provide Final Ride

By Joe BurchellARIZONA DAILY STAR For 25 years retired firefighter Frank Tamayo flew down Tucson streets, often perched precariously on the running board of a truck, in response to a stranger’s cry for help. All that ended when he retired from the Tucson Fire...

Fire Chief’s Command Post

Fire Chief’s Command PostGone But Not ForgottenJanet Wilmoth February 2nd, 2012 Passion for the fire service doesn’t end with retirement. Rather, it is cherished and kept alive in the hearts and memories of the men and women who put in many years answering calls...
Firefighter Wins Corvette in LAF Raffle

Firefighter Wins Corvette in LAF Raffle

Ernie Robles, Operations Chief, Picture Rocks Fire Department, had an unexpected Christmas gift this year – a brand new 2008 Corvette! In a spur-of-the-moment decision, Ernie purchased the winning ticket while visiting United Fire Equipment Co. in Tucson. Daniel...
Project Update Report

Project Update Report

As you may know, the original budget required raising $165,000 to restore and outfit the 1954 Mack L Model Fire Truck. We have had great support from the community and especially from those who are active and retired in the firefighters’ brotherhood. In addition to...

Last Alarm for Retired Firefighters

By Janet Wilmoth, 08/16/2007 A few years ago, several retired firefighters from the Tucson (Ariz.) Fire Department decided that they should open a fire museum. Unfortunately, a lack of both money and a building to house the museum prohibited the idea. However, the men...