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Vigilant Hose Company Holds Its Annual Banquet
Grace Eyler
On January 7, 2017, Mother Photos by Grace Eyler received top recognition with a total
Seton School’s gym in Emmitsburg of 148 points accumulated through
was the setting for Vigilant Hose Frank Davis (right) inducted Carl White into Vigilant’s “Hall of Fame” on January 7, 2017. the year. Randy Myers received the
Company’s 133rd annual banquet. “President’s Award” from Frank
While members and family members Orndorff, Larry “ReRun” Orndorff, The busiest days were tied between Davis for his time given to the
found their seating, GT’s Catering Carroll “Gene” Newcomer, and Wednesdays and Saturdays with company during 2016.
prepared a fresh meal to serve the William “Billy” Wilson. Tim Clarke 72 calls on each day, and Monday
crowd. fondly recalled special memories of earning third busiest with a total of Chief Umbel recognized Top Ten
each individual while recognizing 71 during 2016. Company 6 was Responders: Tom Ward (121 calls),
The invocation was given by Fr. the family members in attendance. busy with fundraisers, including Chuck Stuart (123 calls), Brandon
Kreig from St. Joeseph’s Parish in the new “Six of Hearts Drawing,” Burris (125 calls), Alex McKenna
Emmitsburg. Past president, Tim After recognizing those who an idea brainstormed by President (129 calls) Hugh Boyle (131 calls),
Clarke welcomed other fire company passed, the company presented the Davis, being very successful so far. Derek Rosensteel (145 calls), Dave
representatives, their neighbors video “The Fallen and the Brave,” Zentz (178 calls), Matt Boyd (182
from the Emmitsburg Volunteer a video developed by the National Service awards were presented calls), Frank Davis (209 calls), and
Ambulance Company, County Fallen Firefighters Foundation, to volunteers who have consistently Top Responder, Cliff Shriner (224
Executive Jan Gardner, County and produced by Dave Carroll in served the company -- with calls).
Councilmen, Kirby DeLauter and Emmitsburg. Many of Vigilant’s the oldest members serving the
Bud Otis, and other special guests. volunteers were a part of the Company for 75 years. Five-year Chief Umbel also recognized
The three county representatives production. awards were presented to Eugene Vigilant’s top Fire Police Responders
joined together to give their thanks Fauble, Patrick Reaver, Derek including Tom Vaughn (43 calls),
to Vigilant. Emmitsburg Mayor Don Members applauded the moving Rosensteel, Greg Sterner III, Shawn Sam Cool (60 calls), and Steve
Briggs stood up to praise Vigilant presentation. Tim Clarke lightened Wetzel and Douglas Yingling. Other Orndorff (79 calls).
for their service in Emmitsburg. the mood with some humor about awards for service included, Charles
Mayor Briggs also recognized the Christmas season. He called Stuart (10 Years), Christopher The Outstanding Service
other members of the company, upon President Davis to recognize Ryder (15 Years). and Paul Kreitz Award was presented to former
commissioners, recently-retired the Auxiliary for all that they do (20 Years). Frank Rauschenburg Emmitsburg Town Manager, Dave
town manager, Dave Haller, and for Company 6. “Without them, we celebrated 25 years, receiving “Life Haller. Tim Clarke explained, “This
other Emmitsburg Town staff who wouldn’t be what we are. That is, Membership.” Other Life Members individual went above and beyond
attended the banquet. in every way. They are there during included John Glass (30 Years); to make sure that the fire company
major fires, fundraising, and most Steve Hollinger and Hugh Boyle (35 had the town’s backing and shared
Chip Jewell, Director of importantly their financial support Years); Herb Click, Jr. (40 Years); the town’s resources to the fullest.”
Frederick County Volunteer Fire that is a major part of our budget... Larry Glass (45 Years); Michael He explained that without Haller’s
and Rescue Services, led the formal we don’t say thank you enough,” Orndorff and Roland Sanders (50 assistance and expertise during his
installation of Company 6’s 2017 said President Davis. Auxiliary Years); Patrick Boyle (65 Years); seventeen years of tenure with the
officers. This year, Vigilant’s President, Tina Ryder, stood to John Hollinger (70 Years); and Tom town, projects like the demolition
officers consisted of President, recognize the accomplishments of Hoke, who was honored with 75 and rebuilding of the company’s
Frank Davis; Vice President, Dave her team and present Vigilant with a years of service. administrative and volunteer
Wilt; Treasurer, Steven Hollinger; check for $45,000. facilities, “...would have been
Assistant Treasurer, William Boyd, The President’s LOSAP awards delayed and gone over budget.”
Jr.; Secretary, Steven Valentine; In 2016, Vigilant tended to 461 were presented to Dave Wilt (67
Assistant Secretary, Thomas Vaughn; fire calls in Emmitsburg and the Points), Elyssa Cool (73 Points), Honorary memberships were
Board of Directors, Hugh Boyle, surrounding areas, with an average Steve Hollinger (79 Points), Brandon presented to Jim Hobbs, Jr., Dave
Elyssa Cool, Randy Myers, Douglas of eleven volunteers attending each Burris (82 Points), Thomas Vaughn Hobbs, Andy Hobbs, and Steve
Orner, David Stonesifer and Carl call. The average time of response (87 Points) Jim Click (88 Points), Hobbs for the continued support
White. Operational Officers include from the time of dispatch to being Matt Boyd (98 Points), Bill Boyd they’ve provided to Vigilant not
Chief, Chad Umbel; Deputy Chief, on the scene was a mere six minutes (119 Points), and Doug Yingling only financially, but with needed
James Click; Assistant Chief, Chris and fifty-eight seconds. The total (124 Points). Joshua Brotherton materials including the refrigerated
Stahley; Captain, Joshua Brotherton; fire loss this year was $93,500. truck used each year for Spring
Lieutenants, Alex McKinna, Derek Fling.
Rosensteel and Douglas Yingling.
Fire Police include Captain Lynn The Training Award was
Orndorff; 1st Lieutenant, Stephen presented to Jeffery Redding who
Orndorff; and 2nd Lieutenant, retained 140 hours throughout the
Samuel Cool. Auxiliary Officers past year.
for 2017 include President, Tina
Ryder; Vice President, Sharel Boyle; One of the most honorary awards
Secretary, Joyce Glass; Financial given at the annual banquet is the
Secretary, Mandy Ryder; and “Hall of Fame Award.” Former
Historians, Jennifer Boyd and Katie President Clarke said, “Every year,
Davis. a member is recognized for lasting
contributions to our fire department,
Following the installation of community and region.” The
new officers, a moment of silence nominees are voted on by the other
was taken to remember the ones Hall of Fame members who have
lost over the year during their already been inducted in previous
Memoriam. In 2016, Vigilant lost years. This year’s recipient was
five valued members including Carl White who has been a member
Charles ‘Shorty” Hartigan, Sterling since September 14, 1982. He has
served many roles, working both
in operations and administrative.
… Continued on page 15
Vigilant Hose Company Holds Its Annual Banquet
Grace Eyler
On January 7, 2017, Mother Photos by Grace Eyler received top recognition with a total
Seton School’s gym in Emmitsburg of 148 points accumulated through
was the setting for Vigilant Hose Frank Davis (right) inducted Carl White into Vigilant’s “Hall of Fame” on January 7, 2017. the year. Randy Myers received the
Company’s 133rd annual banquet. “President’s Award” from Frank
While members and family members Orndorff, Larry “ReRun” Orndorff, The busiest days were tied between Davis for his time given to the
found their seating, GT’s Catering Carroll “Gene” Newcomer, and Wednesdays and Saturdays with company during 2016.
prepared a fresh meal to serve the William “Billy” Wilson. Tim Clarke 72 calls on each day, and Monday
crowd. fondly recalled special memories of earning third busiest with a total of Chief Umbel recognized Top Ten
each individual while recognizing 71 during 2016. Company 6 was Responders: Tom Ward (121 calls),
The invocation was given by Fr. the family members in attendance. busy with fundraisers, including Chuck Stuart (123 calls), Brandon
Kreig from St. Joeseph’s Parish in the new “Six of Hearts Drawing,” Burris (125 calls), Alex McKenna
Emmitsburg. Past president, Tim After recognizing those who an idea brainstormed by President (129 calls) Hugh Boyle (131 calls),
Clarke welcomed other fire company passed, the company presented the Davis, being very successful so far. Derek Rosensteel (145 calls), Dave
representatives, their neighbors video “The Fallen and the Brave,” Zentz (178 calls), Matt Boyd (182
from the Emmitsburg Volunteer a video developed by the National Service awards were presented calls), Frank Davis (209 calls), and
Ambulance Company, County Fallen Firefighters Foundation, to volunteers who have consistently Top Responder, Cliff Shriner (224
Executive Jan Gardner, County and produced by Dave Carroll in served the company -- with calls).
Councilmen, Kirby DeLauter and Emmitsburg. Many of Vigilant’s the oldest members serving the
Bud Otis, and other special guests. volunteers were a part of the Company for 75 years. Five-year Chief Umbel also recognized
The three county representatives production. awards were presented to Eugene Vigilant’s top Fire Police Responders
joined together to give their thanks Fauble, Patrick Reaver, Derek including Tom Vaughn (43 calls),
to Vigilant. Emmitsburg Mayor Don Members applauded the moving Rosensteel, Greg Sterner III, Shawn Sam Cool (60 calls), and Steve
Briggs stood up to praise Vigilant presentation. Tim Clarke lightened Wetzel and Douglas Yingling. Other Orndorff (79 calls).
for their service in Emmitsburg. the mood with some humor about awards for service included, Charles
Mayor Briggs also recognized the Christmas season. He called Stuart (10 Years), Christopher The Outstanding Service
other members of the company, upon President Davis to recognize Ryder (15 Years). and Paul Kreitz Award was presented to former
commissioners, recently-retired the Auxiliary for all that they do (20 Years). Frank Rauschenburg Emmitsburg Town Manager, Dave
town manager, Dave Haller, and for Company 6. “Without them, we celebrated 25 years, receiving “Life Haller. Tim Clarke explained, “This
other Emmitsburg Town staff who wouldn’t be what we are. That is, Membership.” Other Life Members individual went above and beyond
attended the banquet. in every way. They are there during included John Glass (30 Years); to make sure that the fire company
major fires, fundraising, and most Steve Hollinger and Hugh Boyle (35 had the town’s backing and shared
Chip Jewell, Director of importantly their financial support Years); Herb Click, Jr. (40 Years); the town’s resources to the fullest.”
Frederick County Volunteer Fire that is a major part of our budget... Larry Glass (45 Years); Michael He explained that without Haller’s
and Rescue Services, led the formal we don’t say thank you enough,” Orndorff and Roland Sanders (50 assistance and expertise during his
installation of Company 6’s 2017 said President Davis. Auxiliary Years); Patrick Boyle (65 Years); seventeen years of tenure with the
officers. This year, Vigilant’s President, Tina Ryder, stood to John Hollinger (70 Years); and Tom town, projects like the demolition
officers consisted of President, recognize the accomplishments of Hoke, who was honored with 75 and rebuilding of the company’s
Frank Davis; Vice President, Dave her team and present Vigilant with a years of service. administrative and volunteer
Wilt; Treasurer, Steven Hollinger; check for $45,000. facilities, “...would have been
Assistant Treasurer, William Boyd, The President’s LOSAP awards delayed and gone over budget.”
Jr.; Secretary, Steven Valentine; In 2016, Vigilant tended to 461 were presented to Dave Wilt (67
Assistant Secretary, Thomas Vaughn; fire calls in Emmitsburg and the Points), Elyssa Cool (73 Points), Honorary memberships were
Board of Directors, Hugh Boyle, surrounding areas, with an average Steve Hollinger (79 Points), Brandon presented to Jim Hobbs, Jr., Dave
Elyssa Cool, Randy Myers, Douglas of eleven volunteers attending each Burris (82 Points), Thomas Vaughn Hobbs, Andy Hobbs, and Steve
Orner, David Stonesifer and Carl call. The average time of response (87 Points) Jim Click (88 Points), Hobbs for the continued support
White. Operational Officers include from the time of dispatch to being Matt Boyd (98 Points), Bill Boyd they’ve provided to Vigilant not
Chief, Chad Umbel; Deputy Chief, on the scene was a mere six minutes (119 Points), and Doug Yingling only financially, but with needed
James Click; Assistant Chief, Chris and fifty-eight seconds. The total (124 Points). Joshua Brotherton materials including the refrigerated
Stahley; Captain, Joshua Brotherton; fire loss this year was $93,500. truck used each year for Spring
Lieutenants, Alex McKinna, Derek Fling.
Rosensteel and Douglas Yingling.
Fire Police include Captain Lynn The Training Award was
Orndorff; 1st Lieutenant, Stephen presented to Jeffery Redding who
Orndorff; and 2nd Lieutenant, retained 140 hours throughout the
Samuel Cool. Auxiliary Officers past year.
for 2017 include President, Tina
Ryder; Vice President, Sharel Boyle; One of the most honorary awards
Secretary, Joyce Glass; Financial given at the annual banquet is the
Secretary, Mandy Ryder; and “Hall of Fame Award.” Former
Historians, Jennifer Boyd and Katie President Clarke said, “Every year,
Davis. a member is recognized for lasting
contributions to our fire department,
Following the installation of community and region.” The
new officers, a moment of silence nominees are voted on by the other
was taken to remember the ones Hall of Fame members who have
lost over the year during their already been inducted in previous
Memoriam. In 2016, Vigilant lost years. This year’s recipient was
five valued members including Carl White who has been a member
Charles ‘Shorty” Hartigan, Sterling since September 14, 1982. He has
served many roles, working both
in operations and administrative.
… Continued on page 15
