BIG TREE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
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Big Tree Volunteer Fire Company
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Since 1936 – we have been there serving the residents of the Hamburg, New York community.
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🔥 MEMBER HIGHLIGHT— JOHN CARLIN SR. 🔥![]()
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Today, we want to recognize and show our appreciation for John Carlin Sr., a member who has dedicated many, many years to the fire service and to serving those around him.![]()
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John’s kindness, passion, professionalism, and dedication to the job are qualities that simply cannot go unnoticed. Throughout his years of service, he has taken on numerous roles and responsibilities, beginning as an interior firefighter, serving as a D-Unit, working as a Town Safety Officer, serving as a Training Officer, and currently serving as our Company Safety Officer.![]()
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What truly sets John apart, however is his willingness to share his knowledge and experience with others. Whether it’s a new member learning the basics or a seasoned firefighter looking to sharpen their skills, John is always willing to take the time to teach, train, explain, and lend a helping hand.![]()
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And John’s willingness to help doesn’t stop at our department. He has consistently shown a true commitment to the entire fire service community, always willing to lend his time, knowledge, and experience to help other departments throughout the town. His dedication to helping others succeed and keeping our fellow firefighters safe is something that speaks volumes about the kind of person and firefighter he is.![]()
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John’s years of experience are an incredible asset to our department, but his willingness to pass that experience on to others is what makes his impact truly lasting.![]()
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John, thank you for the countless hours, the knowledge you’ve shared, the guidance you’ve provided, and your continued willingness to help anyone who needs it — whether they wear our department’s colors or belong to another department in our town.![]()
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Your commitment to the fire service, your fellow firefighters, and our community is truly appreciated.![]()
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Thank you, John Carlin Sr., for everything you do and everything you continue to bring to our department and the fire service as a whole. We are proud to have you as a member. 🚒🔥
Member Highlight — Carol Covert![]()
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Today, we are proud to recognize and celebrate Carol Covert, a true cornerstone of our department and a dedicated member of our fire service family.![]()
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Carol has been a member of the department for an incredible 41 years and is a current Life Member. Throughout those four decades, she has served in countless roles on both the firematic/EMS side and the administrative side of the department. Her willingness to serve wherever she was needed has made a lasting impact on our organization and the community we proudly serve.![]()
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Carol’s 41 years of dedication represent thousands of hours of service, countless memories, and an unwavering commitment to her fellow members and our community. Her experience, knowledge, and willingness to help have helped shape our department into what it is today.![]()
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Public service is truly a family commitment for Carol. Her husband, Kurt, is also dedicated to the fire service as a member of Scranton Volunteer Fire Company.![]()
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Carol, thank you for 41 years of service, dedication, leadership, and friendship. We are incredibly grateful for everything you have given to our department and our community.![]()
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Congratulations and thank you, Carol! 🚒❤️💙
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4112 Big Tree Road
Hamburg, NY 14075
Phone: 716-824-0264
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