On Saturday, Dec. 14, Ward Six Fire Protection District #1 held their annual Firefighter Awards Dinner at the T. D. Cardwell Center.
Several firefighters were acknowledged for their efforts as they work to provide protection for the Ward 6 Community in Calcasieu Parish.
FF Desiree Amrine was promoted from FF/Operator to Fire Lieutenant.
Board President Roy Arrant was acknowledged for his years serving the community of Ward 6 as a board member. Mr. Arrant is retiring from public service on Dec. 31.
The following Firefighters received awards:
Firefighter of the Year – Asst. Chief Gary Underwood
Recruit FF of the Year – Tad McDaniel
Part-time FF of the Year – Anthony Peshoff Jr.
5 Year Service Award – Mason Marcantel
10 Year Service Award – Capt. Loy Bader
Most Emergency Calls – Asst. Chief Gary Underwood – 142 Emergency Calls
Most Meetings Attended: FF Todd Goleman
Pride, Teamwork, Excellence Award: Kirk Mullen – 4 IFSAC Certifications, Landon Kennon – 4 IFSAC Certifications, Sara McDaniel – 5 IFSAC Certifications, Tad McDaniel – 5 IFSAC Certifications.
Community Service Award: Lorraine Clark
Explorer Awards – Healthcare Providor CPR/ First Aid: Connor Boyle, Tucker Burgess, Jasmine Goffney, Braydon Mouhot, Brennan Rippy.
Photos of each award with detailed description of each photo are on https://www.facebook.com/W6FIRE
More award photos will be printed in the DeQuincy News as space permits.
