Greeting s To old friend OSCAR BAKER. We go back many years. Sorry health won't allow us to be ther for 90th celebration. Please give him our best regards and wish him many more. Burnell & Dorothy Grogg
Just was looking at your new pumper and like to look at the dept and area that is served. Thanks to Google maps and internet. High Ridge just received their new rescue pumper from Rosenbauer 2 weeks ago. This will be our second one. Your site is awesome and I like the location of your new firehouse and how well it's planned out. I'd be out always looking at the view. Retired Dec. 2010 with 40 total yrs. as vol. and parttime. Enjoyed every minute of it. Be careful, Be safe and God bless. Thanks, Dennis Turner
Signed on February 17, 2011 at 7:30 PM
Guest Name:
Janice Hicks
Location:
Montgomery Village Md
Comments:
I saw FF Donald Simmons on the news this evening and thought, "There is my angel". I always wondered what fire station he was at because I always wanted to Thank him. In 2000 I called 911 because my 12 month old baby was seemingly choking on a penny. I called 911 and while I was on the phone still talking to the dispatcher I heard the loudest pounding on the stairs outside my condo. It was Donald Simmons who was my neighbor, charging up the stairs to help. He heard it on the fire radio and came up in a second. Thankfully the baby was not choking and could still breathe but I was scared to death. He coughed up the penny and FF Simmons got on the phone to tell them everything was okay and I didn't need them to come out. He moved away first and then we moved from there but I think of him often and how fast he came to the rescue. I am the Grandaughter of former Silver Spring Fire Chief John A Gilson ( deceased) and My father is DCFD retired and my brother is cuurently a DC Firefighter. Firefighters will always be my hero's especially FF Simmons.
And that baby is now almost 12 years old and 5 '4" tall. Thank you so much Donald Simmons. Grateful mom, Janice Hicks
(Editor's note; FF Donald Simmons Jr.currently lives in the MAVFC first due area)
Congrats on your new Rosenbauer Engine.. Cant wait to see the new Engine 12.... As always, make sure the new engine finds its way to 79 South Market Street in the near future....
I just turned in my application for Co. 1 today. I hope to be joining MAVFC soon!
Signed on October 18, 2009 at 5:26 PM
Guest Name:
Tony Staub
Rank/Title:
FF-1
Location:
Southeastern Adams Vol. Emergency Services
Comments:
You have a very informative website. Keep up the good work and stay safe.
Signed on October 09, 2009 at 7:56 PM
Guest Name:
Chris Caracofe
Rank/Title:
Firefighter/Driver
Location:
Mt. Solon, Va.
Comments:
Thanks for all you do. I have famliy that lives in Mt. Airy.
Signed on October 02, 2009 at 2:15 PM
Guest Name:
Mike Behrendt
Rank/Title:
FIREFIGHTER
Web Address:
Location:
North Prarie Fire Dept., Wisconsin
Comments:
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ALL OF YOUR MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THIS TRYING TIME...
Signed on October 02, 2009 at 9:10 AM
Guest Name:
Don Bell
Rank/Title:
Captain/Paramedic/RN
Location:
Steubenville, Ohio
Comments:
I am deeply saddened by your loss. As a former Junior myself I fully understand the void that has been created.
The Junior division is the backbone and the future of a department and hopefully they will survive. I'm very glad to hear that the department has started counseling services.
After many years in the fire service, I now understand the importance of this. Never forget.
Signed on October 01, 2009 at 10:17 PM
Guest Name:
Lee Mathis
Rank/Title:
Firefighter/EMT
Location:
Canton, NC
Comments:
I am deeply sorry for your loss of Charlie. My heart goes out to you guys and his family. You are in my thoughts and prays. A act like this pains me, because a young man with a great future ahead of him has been take for no reason. You guys with be in my prays.
Signed on September 28, 2009 at 6:53 PM
Guest Name:
Grant Vaughan
Rank/Title:
Firefighter Lisbon VFC
Location:
Mount Airy, Md.
Comments:
Sorry for the loss of your dear friend and junior firefighter Charlie. Our prayers will be with you and the family.
Signed on September 26, 2009 at 5:13 PM
Guest Name:
Denise Mathis
Rank/Title:
Mrs.
Comments:
My heart goes out to all those who responded to the Dalton home. Charlie will be missed.
Signed on July 26, 2009 at 1:47 PM
Guest Name:
Nancy Spriggs
Rank/Title:
Mrs
Comments:
Congratulations and much appreciation for the spectacular fireworks display on July 25, 2009
Signed on June 20, 2009 at 8:09 AM
Guest Name:
Tobe Carter
Rank/Title:
Use to be 911
Location:
Sebring, Florida
Comments:
Ivan - just checked out your video - great job - you can be proud of your department. Tobe
Signed on May 30, 2009 at 12:51 AM
Guest Name:
Joey White
Rank/Title:
Firefighter/CPT
Location:
Chesterfield, Va.
Comments:
I haven't been there in about ten years. I like your new station!! I worked with Frederick Fire/Rescue in 1995, and used to hang up your way back then! Also was in PG County.
Mt. Airy Mattress is committed to supporting the MAVFC. We will donate money for every set sold to the charity or organization of the purchasers choice, including MAVFC. Your work and spirit is incredible! My wife, Susie and I salute you all!
Signed on April 10, 2009 at 1:50 PM
Guest Name:
Muhammad Naeem Yousuf
Rank/Title:
Deputy Fire Chief/Team Leader USAR Karachi Pakistan
Location:
Karachi Pakistan
Comments:
Good Site. Fire Fighters/Rescuers Real Heroes.
Signed on March 25, 2009 at 8:24 PM
Guest Name:
Fogle
Location:
Warrensburg, Mo
Comments:
Good web page! Nice to see the Mt. Airy Hall of Fame pictures shown since we didn't get a chance to come back and be there in person to watch Lee Fogle be inducted.
Thanks again!
Signed on January 22, 2009 at 8:37 PM
Guest Name:
The Moore Family
Location:
Mount Airy, MD
Comments:
Thanks for all you do to protect our town and it's citizens. Have a safe 2009!
Signed on November 18, 2008 at 1:22 PM
Guest Name:
Danny Powell
Rank/Title:
Engineer/EMT
Location:
Monroe, NC
Comments:
Great site
Signed on June 19, 2008 at 10:50 AM
Guest Name:
John Saylor
Location:
North Carolina
Comments:
Fantastic web site for promoting the department and the information for the community. Be safe out there
Signed on April 27, 2008 at 8:33 PM
Guest Name:
Donna Sherman
Location:
Burtonsville, MD
Comments:
Thank you so much for your response to an accident my daughter had on I70 just south of Route 27 on 04/26/08, where her car flipped over into a culvert. Even though your particular services were not required, it's so reassuring to know that you'll respond so quickly. I am glad to report that both occupants were able to return home that evening with no more than bruises and scrapes. Thanks again for your rapid response - your preparedness is a tremendous asset to the community.
I would really like to thank you guys for all that you do for our community.
Signed on September 25, 2007 at 11:48 AM
Guest Name:
Angel Peterson ( Delph)
Location:
Gaithersburg, MD
Comments:
I just want to say what a wonderful job you have done in keeping Old Towne Mt. Airy the same. I grew up at 7310 Watersville Rd at the old Krantz farm.
Signed on September 12, 2007 at 10:33 AM
Guest Name:
Bill Blair
Rank/Title:
RET.BALTO.COUNTY FIRE DISPATCHER
Web Address:
402 CEDAR POINT DR.WEST
Location:
Perryville,Md. 21903
Comments:
I WAS JUST INTRODUCED TO YOUR WEB SITE TODAY AND IT IS GREAT.....YOU SURE DO HAVE SOME GREAT PICTURES AND VIDEO....I KNOW YOUR PEOPLE TOOK A BEATING ON THE 3 ALARMER IN THE SHOPPING DISTRICT, BUT WITH ALL THE HAZARDS YOU HAD TO DEAL WITH, ESPECIALLY THE ELECTRIC, YOU DID A GOOD JOB. I DON'T THINK I HAVE EVER BEEN THROUGH YOUR TOWN BUT IF I EVER GET THERE I WOULD LIKE TO STOP BY YOUR STATION. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
Our hearts go out to all the residents and businesses affected by this fire. Thank you to all those who served and continue to serve to protect us, we commend you!
