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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
11 hours ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

Please note that our Christmas tree sales for tonight is canceled due to a members viewing. We will be open tomorow from 09:00-21:00

Sorry for the inconvenience
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Condolences to all family and friends.

So for your loss

I’m sorry ~ May their Memory be a Blessing 🤲🏼

Very sorry for your loss 💔🙏🏻

RIP to your Brother…

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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
4 days ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

The Southard Fire Department is happy to announce that we have finally solidified our plans with the North Pole and are ready to share it with the residents of Howell. We will begin our annual escort of Santa around Howell Fire District 3 on Sunday 12/10 at approximately 6PM (or whenever he is done with the township tree lighting, and gets some warm dinner). We will go until approximately 9PM. This is all however, weather permitting. Each night that follows, we will set out at 7PM (ending at 9pm) until our entire district is covered. NOTE that as always we CANNOT VISIT tight streets and cup-de-sacs. We will place our tracker link up each night and you can follow our live location. You will DEFINITELY hear us coming. (Every nights is weather permitting).

But wait… There’s MORE!
On December 17th from 9am until 1 PM at our building we will have a breakfast with the big man himself. Come visit, eat all the pancakes you can and make sure he has the latest copy of your Christmas list. Truck Rides will go until 1pm.

Reminder to the Adults - no conflict or negative comments will be tolerated on our Santa posts. Each night we gather to bring this experience to you and your family is a night that we are giving up with our own. Please embrace the spirit of the season and be kind to the responders who put this on and to one another.

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The Southard Fire Department is happy to announce that we have finally solidified our plans with the North Pole and are ready to share it with the residents of Howell. We will begin our annual escort of Santa around Howell Fire District 3 on Sunday 12/10 at approximately 6PM (or whenever he is done with the township tree lighting, and gets some warm dinner). We will go until approximately 9PM. This is all however, weather permitting. Each night that follows, we will set out at 7PM (ending at 9pm) until our entire district is covered. NOTE that as always we CANNOT VISIT tight streets and cup-de-sacs. We will place our tracker link up each night and you can follow our live location. You will DEFINITELY hear us coming. (Every nights is weather permitting).
But wait… There’s MORE!
On December 17th from 9am until 1 PM at our building we will have a breakfast with the big man himself. Come visit, eat all the pancakes you can and make sure he has the latest copy of your Christmas list. Truck Rides will go until 1pm.
Reminder to the Adults - no conflict or negative comments will be tolerated on our Santa posts. Each night we gather to bring this experience to you and your family is a night that we are giving up with our own. Please embrace the spirit of the season and be kind to the responders who put this on and to one another.
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My husband and I look forward to this every year. We can’t wait to see the big guy and all his helpers!

You guys are so awesome for doing this each year!

Thank you to all involved! For over 20/25 (?) years our family has enjoyed this Howell tradition!

Always excited! You guys do an amazing job ❤️

Thank you so much for doing this every year I think I'm more excited than the kids lol love it😊🎄🎅

I am WAY MORE EXCITED for this than my kids will ever be!! 🤣🤣🤣 thank you for doing this year after year!! It's a wonderful Christmas tradition ❤️

As usual you all do a wonderful job keep up the great work and stay safe!

We can’t wait! You guys are the best! Last year was amazing! Especially the fire truck rides!! 🎅🏻❤️🎄

Thank you for all you do! I’m so excited and my kids can’t wait and love it! It’s truly appreciated!

We love the Santa tracker!

My kids are older but we still love it every year! Thank you for volunteering your time all year round!!

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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
1 week ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

It is with a heavy heart that the Southard Fire Department announce the passing of Life Member, Former President, and Ex-Chief John Walker.

Chief Walker joined the department in 1960 and was an instrumental part of one of the most influential and constructive generations that this department has seen. Chief Walker had a huge part in sculpting the professional and successful organization that we are today. John rose to the ranks of Chief in 1966 and later went on to serve as President in 1969.

John was a well respected member and mentored some of the finest firefighters and leaders that this department has produced. He put his heart and soul into the department, and for that we will forever be thankful. I wish I could state in this post how much he truly means to all of us, but there are simply no words.

Services for Chief Walker are as follows:

Viewing at Lakewood Funeral Home
Friday 12/8/2023 5pm - 8pm
Fireman’s service at 7pm

Funerals procession (begins at Lakewood Funeral Home)
Saturday 12/9/2023 10am

Rest Easy Chief, we'll take it from here.
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It is with a heavy heart that the Southard Fire Department announce the passing of Life Member, Former President, and Ex-Chief John Walker. 
 Chief Walker joined the department in 1960 and was an instrumental part of one of the most influential and constructive generations that this department has seen. Chief Walker had a huge part in sculpting the professional and successful organization that we are today. John rose to the ranks of Chief in 1966 and later went on to serve as President in 1969.
 John was a well respected member and mentored some of the finest firefighters and leaders that this department has produced. He put his heart and soul into the department, and for that we will forever be thankful. I wish I could state in this post how much he truly means to all of us, but there are simply no words.
Services for Chief Walker are as follows:
Viewing at Lakewood Funeral Home
Friday 12/8/2023 5pm - 8pm
Fireman’s service at 7pm
Funerals procession (begins at Lakewood Funeral Home)
Saturday 12/9/2023 10am
Rest Easy Chief, well take it from here.
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RIP sweet man. We always enjoyed our visits and many cups of coffee with you when we were at our P.A. mountain house. You always made us laugh. 💚

Thank you for sharing John Walker is my brother in law. May he RIP 💔

My condolences to the family and friends

Condolences

May he Rest in Peace. Thank you for your service and dedication to Southward Fire Department.🙏🙏✝️✝️

Thank you for your dedicated service to our town, Mr. Walker. Thank you, to your family too, for all the time away from them as you served when duty called. RIP🙏🏻🙏🏻

Thoughts and prayers are with his family and the Southard Fire Department.

Rip John

Very sorry for your loss

RIP John

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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
2 weeks ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

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The trees are here!  For sale starting now!
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Have an awesome day and successful event. Be safe.

Always a fun time! 🎄

What's the price range?

Hi! About how much are your trees?

What’s the tallest trees you guys have??

Need any help?

How much are the 8 foot trees

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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
3 weeks ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

We're thrilled to announce our 2024 Officers! Huge congratulations to all the new officers - your dedication to our community's safety is truly commendable.

A heartfelt thank you to our outgoing 2023 Officers for their hard work and commitment.

Here's to a year of continued excellence and service!

Chief of Department - Jon-Eric Charles
1st Asst. Chief - Travis Tucker
2nd Asst. Chief - Matthew Karabin
Captain - Dave Lovey
Lieutenant - Bill Billson

President - Dave Lovey
Vice President - Steven Hadgkiss
Treasurer - Chris Guirguis
Secretary - Nick Guerrino
Asst. Secretary - Jeff Hodges
Financial Secretary - Mark Orsini
Chaplain - Travis Tucker
Asst. Chaplain - Andrew Pillarella
Trustee - Mike Acevedo
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Great to see this. Congratulations to all.

Congratulations William Billson!

Congratulations to all!!

Congrats!

Congrats all!! Looking forward to working with you all!!

Congratulations to all incoming and outgoing Officers. Stay safe and good luck next year.

Congratulations to all.

Congratulations. Stay safe out there. Thank you for your service.🙏✝️

Thank you all for your service to your community.

Congratulations!

Congratulations

Congratulations Bill and everyone!! 🥰 Stay safe!! ❤️

Congratulations

Congratulations all

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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
3 weeks ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

Today we pause to remember the life and legacy of John Hugo Somay who died in the line of duty thirty years ago today, on 11/15/1993. May his memory remain and he continue to rest in peace.

15 Nov 1919 15 Nov 1993
A lifelong resident of Howell Township, NJ, John Somay was a WWII Marine Corps. Veteran. He joined the Southard Fire Dept. #1 on May13, 1949 and rose through the ranks of the department ultimately becoming Chief in 1958-1959. One of the reasons John was so popular amungst the membership and community was his work as a machinist, he would tell the members,”Why spend money on parts when we can build them”. And he did, fixing the fire apparatus many times with parts he made in his own garage. In later years, John became a Fire Police Officer for the department as well as the Monmouth County Fire Police.
When Howell Township was divided into five Fire Districts, on Feb. 20, 1960, John was elected as one of the Charter Fire Commissioners, and held that position for many years.
On Nov. 15, 1993, his 74th birthday, John packed his car with $386 worth of brand new fishing gear to enjoy his favorite pastime, fishing the rivers of upstate New York. Just before he was to leave for vacation, a brush fire was called in on Miller Road. John told his wife Teenie, “On the way back from the fire, I’m gonna fill up with gas and get some ice”. John never got a chance to do that. While directing traffic at the fire scene, John was struck by a vehicle and died. Free and Accepted Masons Crescent Temple
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Today we pause to remember the life and legacy of John Hugo Somay who died in the line of duty thirty years ago today, on 11/15/1993.  May his memory remain and he continue to rest in peace. 
15 Nov 1919                                  15 Nov 1993
 A lifelong resident of Howell Township, NJ, John Somay was a WWII Marine Corps. Veteran.  He joined the Southard Fire Dept. #1 on May13, 1949 and rose through the ranks of the department ultimately becoming Chief in 1958-1959.  One of the reasons John was so popular amungst the membership and community was his work as a machinist, he would tell the members,”Why spend money on parts when we can build them”.  And he did, fixing the fire apparatus many times with parts he made in his own garage.  In later years, John became a Fire Police Officer for the department as well as the Monmouth County Fire Police.
When Howell Township was divided into five Fire Districts, on Feb. 20, 1960, John was elected as one of the Charter Fire Commissioners, and held that position for many years.
On Nov. 15, 1993, his 74th birthday, John packed his car with $386 worth of brand new fishing gear to enjoy his favorite pastime, fishing the rivers of upstate New York.  Just before he was to leave for vacation, a brush fire was called in on Miller Road.  John told his wife Teenie, “On the way back from the fire, I’m gonna fill up with gas and get some ice”.  John never got a chance to do that.  While directing traffic at the fire scene, John was struck by a vehicle and died.  Free and Accepted Masons Crescent TempleImage attachment
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I remember that day like it was yesterday. It was a very sad for us that day. RIP John

A sad day indeed, for Southard, and the entire Howell Firefighting Community. I was with Freewood Acres then.

Rest in peace John, remember that day very well.

I remember that sad day. 😔

They were my parents friends from Southard. Nicest people

🙏🏻

may his memory be a blessing

Rest in peace John, l will never forget that awful day you and Teenie were great role models for all of us

Rest in Heaven John. I’ll never forget that very sad day. The Department has never been the same without its life members. You and Teenie will be forever missed.

A sad day for Southard

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That was a sad for our department he will always be missed by me and the entire department rest in peace John

So sad I remember that day RIP John you and Teenie are truly missed

Doris Avenue was never the same..😢💔 RIP, John-with your sweet Gal, Teenie.. you are both very much still missed..

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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
2 months ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

Congratulations Chief Prochnow. Well-deserved recognition for a dedicated professional. It’s always a pleasure to work with you and your staff.Howell's Chief Fire Marshal Brian Prochnow was recently recognized by the Monmouth County Fire Marshal’s Office, Monmouth County Board of Commissioners, and the Monmouth County Fire Prevention and Protection Association as the 2023 Fire Inspector of the Year in recognition of his dedicated efforts in the interest of fire safety. Congratulations!! ... See MoreSee Less

Congratulations Chief Prochnow. Well-deserved recognition for a dedicated professional. It’s always a pleasure to work with you and your staff.
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Congratulations

Congrats

Congratulations. keep up the amazing work

Congratulations well deserved!

Congratulations on an award well deserved

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Southard Fire Dept. No.1
2 months ago
Southard Fire Dept. No.1

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Howell, NJ 07731

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