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This page is designed to keep the retired members up to date on issues, from a "Sick List" to Pending Legislation and anything else we can think of. Hopefully anyone reading this will pass the word around to all other retired members. This is here for your use.
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June 25 17:00 Hrs
E-16 T-3 Open House |
June 28 11:00
S. MD Lunch |
June 28 17:00 Hrs.
Burn Foundation Fundraiser |
Sept. 30 12:00
RFA Cookout/Reunion |
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June 14, 2017
The officers and members of Engine 16 & Tower 3 invite all active, former and retired members of the Midnight Express to visit the newly renovated firehouse on Sunday, June 25. The Homecoming 2017 celebration will begin at 1700 hours after a Community Open House that will be held earlier in the day. Please come and see the new place and share a story, or two, of your time at the firehouse. 
DC Firefighters Burn Foundation
Christmas in July Fundraiser Wednesday, June 28 at 5 PM - 8 PM Exiles Bar D.C. 1610 U St., Washington, District of Columbia 20009 Hosted by DC Firefighters Burn Foundation Dinner for Lt. Rob Wright T-9
Friday July 7 16:00-20:00 $23.00 at the door At E-9/T-9 quarters. 
June 7, 2017
Message from Wayne Higdon DCFD Retired on the passing of his wife Debi who was a member of the Bryans Road VFD. YESTERDAY, JUNE 6, 2017 I LOST THE LOVE OF MY LIFE . DEBI HIGDON , SHE WAS MY SOUL MATE. SHE PASSED AWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 5:30 AM . I WANT TO COMMEND ALL OF THE FIRE & EMS PERSONNEL WHO TRIED TO BRING HER BACK . SHE WAS ALSO A CARING & DEDICATED EMT AND PARAMEDIC WHO LOVED HELPING OTHERS IN NEED. SHE WAS AN ACTIVE FIRST RESPONDER UNTIL HER FAILING HEALTH SLOWED HER DOWN . OUR WHOLE FAMILY WAS INVOLVED IN THE FIRE& EMS WORLD . MYSELF, MICHAEL & ALEXIS APPRECIATE ALL OF THE WORDS OF KINDNESS AND CONDOLENCES FROM THE HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE AND FRIENDS WHO KNEW OR WORKED WITH HER DURING HER 30 PLUS YEARS OF HELPING OTHERS AND PUTTING THEIR HEALTH AND WELLBEING AHEAD OF HERS . DEBI HIGDON, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH . WE WILL ALL MISS YOU . WE WILL TAKE YOU BACK TO MISSOURI AND AS YOU REQUESTED, YOU WILL REST BESIDE YOU LOVING GRANDMOTHER. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE , YOUR LOVING HUSBAND , WAYNE May 24, 2017
Brothers, What a turnout for the 2017 Florida D C Retired Firefighters Reunion. 130 Brothers and their ladies attended this year in Punta Gorda Florida. There were even some different stories told with the people who came and it was their first time. I want to thank Danny Beech who when I ask always comes through with the entertainment, Carroll Ashbrook, Bobby Bradshaw and Terry Burke also for the entertainment. Thanks to all who helped, and asked to help. When I took this over from Wally Atkinson there was about 75 people coming. I am happy to see it grow and hope it grows more each year. We held a silent auction for Heroes Inc. and with the tee shirts and donations given I’m sending checks in the amount of $1600.00 to Heroes Inc. Again as always you Brothers came through. Heroes was and always will be close to my heart because with all WE as firefighters do, and the risks we take, I knew someone would be there to support my family. Next year I am bring the reunion to the east coast of Florida to Cocoa Beach Florida. The reunion will be April 20th, 21st, 22nd, 2018 at the Comfort Inn which is a block from the Ocean with the same price as it was in the last couple years. Hope to see you all again next year and hopefully some new faces and some old new faces. Thanks again and to all be safe. A J Winterwerp The pictures from the Florida Reunion have been moved to our photo page. If you took some pictures, and are willing to share, please send them to our webmaster Stefan Ventura @ srventura@aol.com 
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June 24, 2017
The Retired Firefighters Association regrets to notify our members of the death of William A. (Fishcakes) Fisher on June 20, 2017. Brother Fisher was appointed 11/12/1961 to T-17 and retired 01/06/1985 from E-10 A memorial service will be at a later date, and will be posted as soon as the information is available. June 24, 2017
Update on Jim Kelly from Bill Kelly: Kelly Boys Visit Jim Kelly in Annapolis June 21, 2017. Dennis, Bill, John, and Joe Berry visit Jim Kelly in Annapolis. We talked about the old days in Petworth DC, Jim has been at Heritage Harbour since June 12, of 2016. It seems that Jim has reached a leveling off point on his improvements. Still likes cards at 2700 South Haven Road Annapolis, Md. 21041 and Visits if you make it. 
June 16, 2017
Update on Butch Oliff: Butch is very much improved , he is receiving hone calls and getting back to his old life style. He would like to thank everyone for their thought and prayers. Butch got out of AAMC on Friday, June 2, 2017, The reason for him being there was a bad reaction to medication he was given to fight an infection. He is at home and is feeling better, but still needs his rest. Butch Oliff is added to the sick list. Butch is currently in the AAMC undergoing test to locate the source of an infection. Because of the test he WILL NOT BE RECEIVING VISITORS OR PHONE CALL AT THIS TIME, HE NEEDS HIS REST. Your thoughts , prayers, and cards are appreciated. June 15, 2017
Sick List addition/Updates: John Emory: Please keep John in your thoughts and prayers. He is suffering from problems with his liver. June 7 Jeff Drury: So Jeff didn't break his ankle, he dislocated his ankle AND broke his fibula! Jeff has already had surgery and is home resting George Dunn: Had surgery yesterday for Prostrate Cancer. March 8, 2017
Annual Dues Letter: Dear dues paying members, When we left the greatest job in the world, a member of the finest fire department in the world, we joined the Retired Firefighters Association because we wanted to continue to be a part of the department. We wanted to be a part of an organization that is constantly working for the retired members. President Joe O’Neil is working diligently on the annuity problem and other problems. At our monthly meetings, a lot of information is discussed that have an interest to retirees. All local retired members should try to make a meeting and have lunch with some of the men you haven’t seen or talked to in a while. I have heard from a lot of our members that they did not get their “dues letter” at the end of last year. Well there will not be a letter at the end of the year anymore. I will be sending a letter out in early February. Your dues will now be due anytime between January 1st and July 31st. The new handbook will be sent out after July 31st and anyone who has not paid their dues will not receive a book or newsletter. This may sound harsh but the expense of mailing and printing has gone up like everything else. Please make your checks out to RFA and send them to me (Joe Healy) at the address below. FYI there are still over 270 members that have not paid there 2016 dues. If you are not sure that you have paid your 2016 dues, please call or email me and I will check for you. Dues are still only $40. Some get confused about the Union, Local 36, and the Retired Firefighters Association. Two difference associations. We only collect for the RFA. One of the major changes is that if you have reached the young age of 85 you do not have to pay dues anymore. President Joe O’Neil subjected this and the board all agreed. If you have already paid, thank you very much. We will not collect dues from the widows anymore. You have paid your dues in many ways. Living with a firefighter for over many years is dues enough. But if you would like to donate to the association we will accept it gratefully. Ladies, at your leisure if you would please either write, email or call me and let me know if you still want a book or if you just want the newsletter or if you wish we would just leave you alone, please let us know. Also if you could let me know your beloved firefighters name for our records because some of you have gone back to your maiden name or have remarried. I hope this is not too much to ask. I thank you in advance for your kind response. Thank you for your continuing support, Joe Healy 7511 Woodville Road Mt. Airy, MD 21771 301-831-0037 joehealy257@comcast.net |
Save the Date:
2017 RFA Southern MD reunion/cookout 9/30/17 Noon to Five St. Michael’s Church 17510 Horsehead Rd Brandywine, MD 20613 United States The Church is at the corner of Horsehead Rd. and Aquasco Rd. (Rt. 381) We will start serving food around 1 pm. Mike and Rip will smoke beef outside with hand carved beef for early birds. The church ladies will cook fried chicken, parsley potatoes, rolls and butter. Joe G. will bring fresh tomatoes. Please bring a covered dish. Beer, wine, tea and sodas will be provided. Due to church regulations the past $25. fee will now be a donation. We can not charge a fee and serve alcohol on church property. Directions: 495 take Rt. 5 south to left on Rt. 381 about 6 miles to hall on left. 301 south to left on Rt. 381 about 6 miles on left. From Va. 301 north thru Waldorf to right on Cedarville Rd. to right on 381 to hall on left. From Calvert and St. Mary's take 231 to 381 north about 8 miles to hall on right. In August send $25 donation to RFA Joe Healy 7511 Woodville Rd. Mt. Airy Md. 21771 Thanks, Rip New Restaurant and TIME for Eastern Shore Group hosted by Rick Belcher, first Wednesday of month.
Now 12:00 La Tonalteca Mexican Restaurant 28605 E DuPont Blvd (Rt 113) Millsboro De 19966 Phone: 302-934-9111 Gov. Hogan signed the Home Town Hero's bill today April 18, 2017
See link below http://www.wbal.com/article/233310/2/hogan-signing-hometown-heroes-act-other-bills-today Message from L-36: Maryland residents: A bill is before the State Senate to exempt $15,000 of your retirement from State Tax. Contact your local State Senators and let them know how you feel. Below is a link to your State Senator, and below that is a PDF of the State Bill 597 msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdmanual/05sen/html/sendist.html Feb. 7, 2017
Local 36 attended an event put on by the IAFF regarding retirement, social security and Medicare benefits. This was sponsored by Nationwide Ins.. Nationwide provided forms to fill out and send in. They would in turn send back recommendations for what would be the best options for you. The RFA and L-36 are attempting to get a Nationwide rep to attend an upcoming RFA meeting to give a full overview of the program. Message from Larry Sheldrake (Local 36 Treasurer and RFA member) Here are the Assessment Fact Sheets from Nationwide regarding Social Security and Medicare Benefits. All of the Information can be read on the sheets. The IAFF has endorsed this program for all members. Thanks, Larry Sheldrake Treasurer IAFF L-36, Washington, DC 202-359-4251 Below are the forms to fill out. 
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Honor Guard
In an effort to provide our retired brothers (at the time of their demise) with a dignified, and respectable presence, the Retired Association has decided to organize a "Honor Guard". This will not be a precision - spit and polish - drill team type concept, but simply a list of retired brother firefighters who may have known and worked with the departed, or at least served during the same time frame. Participation by this Honor Guard will be ONLY By request of the family, and only to the extent that the family desires.
To include but not limited to pallbearers, (active or honorary) - liaison between the family and visiting fire fighters, or simply lending a fire service presence.
The "uniform of the day" for this honor guard shall from this day forward be known as the "Lockrow Suit" which will consist of a navy blue blazer, white shirt, gray slacks, and black shoes (properly polished) and official Honor Guard tie issued by the Association.
For those who wish to participate, and do not own a "Lockrow Suit" we have made arrangements with "Men's Warehouse" for a very good discount on the blazer and slacks.
The more members who participate in this honor guard will provide for a large cadre to draw from meaning less travel and less frequent events.
Please give this Honor Guard serious consideration, and join us in providing our departed members with class, dignity, and proper respect.
To volunteer please contact :
Vinny Austin at 410-867-0323 or by e-mail at- woodworker321@verizon.net
To include but not limited to pallbearers, (active or honorary) - liaison between the family and visiting fire fighters, or simply lending a fire service presence.
The "uniform of the day" for this honor guard shall from this day forward be known as the "Lockrow Suit" which will consist of a navy blue blazer, white shirt, gray slacks, and black shoes (properly polished) and official Honor Guard tie issued by the Association.
For those who wish to participate, and do not own a "Lockrow Suit" we have made arrangements with "Men's Warehouse" for a very good discount on the blazer and slacks.
The more members who participate in this honor guard will provide for a large cadre to draw from meaning less travel and less frequent events.
Please give this Honor Guard serious consideration, and join us in providing our departed members with class, dignity, and proper respect.
To volunteer please contact :
Vinny Austin at 410-867-0323 or by e-mail at- woodworker321@verizon.net
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RFA Pocket Badge Order Form
EXAMPLE JOSEPH C. HEALY RETIRED FIREFIGHTER’S ASSOCIATION WASHINGTON DC FIRE DEPARTMENT T-9 Please send a check for $45 with your name and address and the way you want your badge to read to: Joe Healy 7511 Woodville Road Mt. Airy, MD 21771 (A fourth line can be added for an extra $2) 
2014 DCFD Challenge Coin $10 each. Sales benefit DCFD Firefighters Burn Foundation. Contact Elliot 301-807-8192 or dcfirebye@aol.com
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Members of the Retired Association can now order an official Fire Dept. badge on-line. Just click on the site below and find the badge you want and follow the instructions. (The difference between the active badge and our badge is that it has the word "RETIRED" is on the top.)
Thanks to Jimmy Martin, the link has been fixed. They advised that if you are still having problems, to turn off your pop-up blocker. Click Here to order 
Friendship Fire Assn. Celebrates 75 Years of Dedicated Service to the DCFD. Challenge Coin is available for a $10 Donation.Thanks to All For Your Support and the Privilege to be a part of our Great Department , The DCFD. To Obtain Coins Contact Elliot 301-807-8192 , Vito or any FFA Member.
Order Your 2016 White House Christmas Ornament Today Every year since 1981, the White House Historical Association has designed the Official White House Christmas Ornament. These unique collectibles — honoring individual presidents or specific White House anniversaries — have become part of the holiday tradition of millions of American families. The 2016 White House Christmas ornament honors the administration of Herbert Hoover, who served as the thirty-first president of the United States from 1929 to 1933. It is inspired by the fire engines that responded to the 1929 Christmas Eve fire at the White House and the toy trucks presented to children by the Hoovers the following Christmas. The ornament is crafted from shiny brass plated with nickel and 24-karat gold, and the engine carries a Christmas tree for delivery to the White House. Click here to read more.
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Meetings are held the first Monday of each month 11:00 hrs. except July, August and September.
Local 36 Kenny Cox Building
2120 Bladensburg Rd. NE, Suite 210
Washington, D.C. 20018
Snow Policy:
IF SNOW CLOSES OR DELAYS THE PRINCE GEORGE'S SCHOOL SYSTEM , THERE WILL BE NO RFA MEETING THAT DAY.
Local 36 Kenny Cox Building
2120 Bladensburg Rd. NE, Suite 210
Washington, D.C. 20018
Snow Policy:
IF SNOW CLOSES OR DELAYS THE PRINCE GEORGE'S SCHOOL SYSTEM , THERE WILL BE NO RFA MEETING THAT DAY.
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