Pierceton Fire Dept. Holds Annual Christmas Dinner & Awards Ceremony

December 16, 2024 at 6:52 p.m.
Jared Smith (C) was selected the Firefighter of the Year at the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Christmas dinner and awards ceremony. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided
Jared Smith (C) was selected the Firefighter of the Year at the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Christmas dinner and awards ceremony. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided

By Staff Report

PIERCETON - On Sunday, Dec. 15, the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department held its annual Christmas dinner and awards ceremony.
Chris Phifer, retired, received a 15 years of service award.
Chuck See, retired, received a 39 years of service award.

    Carla Quintero-Baker (C) was selected First Responder of the Year by members of the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided
 
 

Don Ellison received a chief’s award for his dedication.
Jared Smith was selected Firefighter of the Year by the members of the department.
Carla Quintero-Baker was selected First Responder of the Year by members of the department.
Retireed Chief Gordon Baker and Chet Goodman (not present) were also honored with the retirees.
The Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank the families of the firefighters and first responders for supporting them while they leave thier family to go help those in the community during what is sometimes the worst day of a community members life.

    Don Ellison (C) received a chief’s award for his dedication to the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided
 
 
    Chuck See (C), retired, received an award at the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Christmas dinner and awards ceremony for his 39 years of service. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (L) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided.
 
 
    Chris Phifer (C), retired, received an award for his 15 years of service at the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Christmas dinner. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided.
 
 


PIERCETON - On Sunday, Dec. 15, the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department held its annual Christmas dinner and awards ceremony.
Chris Phifer, retired, received a 15 years of service award.
Chuck See, retired, received a 39 years of service award.

    Carla Quintero-Baker (C) was selected First Responder of the Year by members of the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided
 
 

Don Ellison received a chief’s award for his dedication.
Jared Smith was selected Firefighter of the Year by the members of the department.
Carla Quintero-Baker was selected First Responder of the Year by members of the department.
Retireed Chief Gordon Baker and Chet Goodman (not present) were also honored with the retirees.
The Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank the families of the firefighters and first responders for supporting them while they leave thier family to go help those in the community during what is sometimes the worst day of a community members life.

    Don Ellison (C) received a chief’s award for his dedication to the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided
 
 
    Chuck See (C), retired, received an award at the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Christmas dinner and awards ceremony for his 39 years of service. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (L) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided.
 
 
    Chris Phifer (C), retired, received an award for his 15 years of service at the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Christmas dinner. Also pictured are Chief Nathan Rhoades (R) and Assistant Chief Matt Brubaker (L). Photo Provided.
 
 


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Pierceton Fire Dept. Holds Annual Christmas Dinner & Awards Ceremony
PIERCETON - On Sunday, Dec. 15, the Pierceton Volunteer Fire Department held its annual Christmas dinner and awards ceremony.