How the Burn Saver Sensor is Saving Firefighters from Hidden Burn Hazards
Fall 2025
Volume 41 Number 3
The PFIA Protector is printed quarterly by the Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association. The Executive and Editorial Offices are located at 101 E. 116th Street, Carmel, IN 46032 Local: 317-581-1913 or toll-free: 1-800-221-PFIA (7342)
Editor .............Rebekah Brownson Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association
President .............. John E. Murphy
Senior Vice President, ................
Executive Secretary Bradd Roembke
Vice President, Treasurer Eric Hofmeister
Board of Directors
Mike Carrigan Littleton, Colorado
Ruben Cevallos San Antonio, Texas
Myles Christie ........ Augusta, Georgia
Thomas Clines Fishers, Indiana
Tom Evans Cattaragus, New York
Raymond Gallardo Ankeny, Iowa
Edward Griffith III Brick, New Jersey
Eric Hofmeister ..... Indianapolis, Indiana
Gerald Housel Speedway, Indiana
Mark S. Kemp New Palestine, Indiana
David G. Lentz Slidell, Louisiana
John Murphy Carmel, Indiana
Steve D. Murphy ...... Indianapolis, Indiana
Bradd Roembke New Palestine, Indiana
Don Trejbal Akron, Ohio
Legal Counsel John D. Hoover E. Davis Coots
Lawrence W. Schmits
Actuary ................ Brad Simanek
Griffith, Ballard & Company
Welcome to the Fall 2025 issue of The Protector!
We are excited to announce our new PFIA Quick Quote! This platform allows our members to receive an offer of life insurance within 10 minutes by completing an eApp developed specifically for PFIA. Applying for PFIA’s traditional life and nonlife products has never been easier! Quick Quote provides an intuitive paperless online application journey, instant decisions on most of the applications or decisions within 24-48 hours, initial payments via credit card, remote and in-person eSignatures, and electronic confirmation and app package emailed directly to you. Contact your local account representative for more information.
We have also developed a Final Expense Whole Life policy for our members to provide an affordable way to free your loved ones from the financial worry of meeting your final expenses. This policy has affordable rates that will never increase and provides permanent protection that lasts your lifetime. See the back cover of this issue of The Protector for more information about this new policy.
Congratulations to our PFIA Scholarship recipients! We have awarded 100 children, stepchildren, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren our scholarship which provides $1,500 per year for their college education. This scholarship is renewable for up to three years for a total of $6,000. If your student did not apply this year, or if they did apply and were not awarded a scholarship, they are free to apply as a sophomore and throughout their undergraduate years. PFIA has awarded over 13 million dollars in scholarships since beginning this program in 1987. Contact your local representative for deadlines and more information on how to apply.
Our Cancer Protection Plan continues to be one of our most popular. Many of our members have chosen to protect themselves, or themselves and their family in the event of a cancer diagnosis. Coverage is available to anyone ages 18-70 who has not been diagnosed with cancer. No examination is required. You choose the amount of coverage and receive either $7,500 or $15,000 when diagnosed with internal cancer or malignant systemic melanoma. No benefits will be paid for a skin cancer or a surface melanoma diagnosis. Our return of premium rider is available for issue ages 18 to 55 and provides a return of all premiums after a claim free period of 20 years. Contact your local representative for more information.
Remember to keep us informed of any changes you would like to make in your coverage, beneficiaries or contact information. Your local representative can be found in the back of The Protector magazine.
Enjoy the fall season and remember “We are Each Other’s Keeper”
John E. Murphy, President
Fire Boat Edward M. Cotter
Edward M. Cotter is the world’s oldest active fireboat. A vital part of the Buffalo Fire Department since entering service on November 15, 1900, the Cotter was originally one of three fireboats in Buffalo’s fleet and remains a symbol of strength and service to this day.
10 TOO HOT TO HANDLE
How the Burn Saver Sensor is Saving Firefighters from Hidden Burn Hazards
The Department of Homeland Security Science & Technology Directorate (DHS S&T) partnered with TDA Research, Inc. to develop a revolutionary device: the Burn Saver.
Unique Ways to Connect with the Community
When police officers and firefighters show up not just in crisis, but in the quiet, good moments too, they build something deeper than safety, they build trust, hope, and connection. That’s when the job becomes something more. That’s when it truly matters.
STATUTORY STATEMENTS
December 31 2024
Surplus Funds Account
PRESERVING THE HISTORY OF First Responders
Keeping the Boat Afloat
Fire Boat Edward M. Cotter
et’s begin with a brief history of the Edward M. Cotter, the world’s oldest active fireboat. A vital part of the Buffalo Fire Department since entering service on November 15, 1900, the Cotter was originally one of three fireboats in Buffalo’s fleet and remains a symbol of strength and service to this day.
As the waterfront area grew, the city began installing a high-pressure hydrant system in the downtown district. At the same time, Buffalo’s harsh winters were taking a toll on its first two fireboats. To address these challenges, the city purchased a new vessel, naming it the William S. Grattan in honor of the first paid Commissioner of the Buffalo Fire Department.
The keel was laid on March 24, 1900, at the Crescent Shipyard in Elizabeth Port, New Jersey. Construction cost $91,000, largely due to the use of special 1½inch Swedish steel that allowed it to operate as
an icebreaker. At the time, she had two coal-fired boilers, three turrets, and could pump 9,000 gallons per minute, earning her the designation E-20.
On July 28, 1928, the Grattan responded to a fire at the Atlas Oil Refinery of Standard Oil, located at the foot of Babcock Street. The oil barge Cahill, loaded with 5,000 barrels of crude oil, was aflame. After burning for 17 hours, it broke free of its mooring lines and drifted. The Grattan attempted to attach a tow line, but before they could, the barge struck a dock and then the empty oil tanker McColl. The resulting explosion trapped the Grattan, forcing the crew to abandon ship and swim to shore. Chief Engineer Thomas Lynch lost his life, and several crew members were injured. The unattended boilers soon ran dry and exploded, leaving the vessel a burnt-out hull.
After 18 months of debate, it was decided to rebuild the Grattan. In 1930, the Buffalo Dry Dock Co. completed the reconstruction. Her boilers were converted from coal to oil, engines rebuilt, foam capability added, the pilot house raised to the upper deck, and a fixed tower was constructed on the stern. A fourth fire monitor was added on top of the pilot house.
The next major overhaul occurred in 1952,
Courtesy of: Buffalo & Erie Co. Hist.
when she was sent to Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, for refit. Her boilers and steam engines were replaced with four 475-horsepower Caterpillar D-397 diesel engines, increasing her pumping capacity to 15,000 gallons per minute. The fixed tower was removed and replaced with a fire monitor mounted on the aft deck, and a fifth monitor was added on an elevating platform on the upper deck. Upon returning to Buffalo in 1953, she was renamed Firefighter.
In 1954, the vessel was renamed Edward M. Cotter in honor of a past president of the local Firefighters Union and served as Buffalo’s only fireboat and icebreaker.
On October 7, 1960, the Buffalo Fire Department received a call for assistance from Port Colborne, Ontario, where a fire at the Maple Leaf Mill was raging out of control. With help from the U.S. Coast Guard—the Cotter had no navigational equipment— the boat crossed the lake and brought the fire under control within four hours.
Fast forward to March 1992: due to budget cuts, the Cotter was removed from firefighting service and transferred to the Public Works Department to continue as an icebreaker. In early 1997, she was returned to the Buffalo Fire Department to again serve as both a fireboat and icebreaker. During this period, an effort led by retired fireboat pilot Sam Guadagna succeeded in having the Cotter designated a National Historic Landmark. On July 4, 1996, she joined a small number of fireboats holding that distinction.
In May 2019, thanks to a $500,000 grant from New York State, the Cotter underwent significant maintenance. On July 30, 2019, she returned to Buffalo after being dry-docked in Toronto, Canada, where her hull was relined and new shafts, bearings, and propellers were installed. Other work continues as she remains in active service.
Today, as the Cotter nears her 125th year, she is still operating as a fireboat and icebreaker—though beginning to show her age. Funding for her upkeep has always been a challenge, and a major overhaul is now underway, with costs estimated in the sevenfigure range.
To
help “Keep the Boat Afloat,” the Fireboat E. M.
Cotter Conservancy, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, was formed in 2016. Spearheaded by the Fire Bell Club of Buffalo, the conservancy’s board includes members from the Buffalo Fire Historical Society, Western New York Retired Firefighters Association, the current Master of the boat, and local business leaders, along with ex-officio directors from the Fire Commissioner’s Office, Firefighters Union Local 282 (IAFF), and the Master of the boat.
Through merchandise sales and donations, the conservancy has contributed more than $100,000 toward the Cotter’s upkeep. For details about the organization, the 125th Anniversary Party on September 20, 2025, or to donate or purchase merchandise, visit www.emcotterconservancy.org Your support preserves the Cotter’s legacy and ensures her continued service for generations to come.
Courtesy of: Scott Balzer
Courtesy of: Tom Burns Photography
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Fraternal Events
Texas – The Jordan Unit staff in Pampa, TX and the staff of Clements Unit in Amarillo, TX recently took up donations to help Correctional Officer Iris Leija who recently lost her husband Sebastian Leija to cancer. PFIA made a donation to help Officer Leija on June 13, 2025.
Pictured: Sgt. Valentine Sustaita, Correctional Officer Iris Leija, Assistant Warden Daniel Pacheco, and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
Indiana – PFIA member and Evansville, Indiana FOP Lodge #73 president Aaron McCormick accepting a check from PFIA Agent Greg Lehman for the FOP State Golf Tournament in Evansville on July 28 and 29, 2025.
Georgia – Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association donating a check to the Hinesville Fire Department for their Moe McDuffie Scholarship 5K on September 20, 2025. This event raised money for the Moe McDuffie scholarship fund, which was funded in 2022, to assist the graduating seniors in Liberty County.
Georgia – On July 15, 2025, PFIA Agent Eric Smith presents Columbia County Sheriff’s Captain Chris Railey with a letter of Police and Fireman’s Insurance sincere condolences for Mrs. Amber Sikes and family on the loss of Columbia County deputy Brandon Sikes.
New York – PFIA Agent John Petricca participated in the sponsorship of the 2025 Special Olympics of New York for the Law Enforcement Torch Run.
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Texas – On June 2, 2025, the staff of TDCJ Formby/Wheeler Units conducted a fund raiser to raise money for funeral expenses for Correctional Officer Ava Reyes who passed away on May 5. Officer Reyes passing was due to ongoing medical conditions. PFIA made a donation to help with the funeral expenses.
and PFIA Agent Joe Ponder.
various members
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Florida – In July 2025, PFIA Agent Tony Ragans donating books to the Jacksonville Firehouse book mailbox which is a free little library. It operates on the honor system, you are welcome to take a book, as well as encouraged to (but not required to) leave a book for others to enjoy.
Texas – The Jordan Unit staff in Pampa, TX recently took up donations to help Correctional Officer Kayla Green who was recently diagnosed with cancer. PFIA made a donation on June 13, 2025 to help Officer Green.
Pictured: (1) Buffalo Police Officer John Gravius holding
torch, (2)
of the BPD,
(3) Sean Ford holding the torch.
Pictured: PFIA Agent Joe Ponder, Warden Secretary Christy Montgomery, Correctional Officer Kayla Green, Assistant Warden Leeroy Cano, and Major Brandon White.
Pictured: Senior Warden Nicholas Martin
Georgia – PFIA Agent Jason Roehm donated safety glasses and gloves to support the campers of Savannah Fire Department’s Camp Ignite, held July 23-29 at the Savannah Fire Training Academy. The all-girls camp empowers young women ages 14-21 through hands-on firefighting experiences, including PPE use, hose handling, search and rescue, fire behavior, and medical training like Stop the Bleed and hands-only CPR. Beyond firefighting, the camp focuses on building teamwork, confidence, leadership, and personal growth, while connecting campers with strong female role models from the department. Camp Director Tyler Barrett shared she’s “extremely excited for Camp Ignite and the years to come.”
Top physical fitnessFirefighter Connor Staheli
Capt. Lash Instructor of Excellence AwardFirefighter Tony Klein
Top academic awardFirefighter Nicholas Lehtomaa
Ohio – On July 31, 2025, PFIA Agent Kelly Storts had the priviledge of supplying and presenting the top recruit awards at Class 123 banner raising ceremony.
Connecticut – On April 4, 2025, members of the Waterbury Police Department presented Louise Pyers with a custom wooden Thin Green Line flag at the annual CIT Crisis Intervention Conference. The flag honors 20 years of CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) training in Waterbury, CT. Green-represents: Mental Health.
Louise Pyers, Founder of CABLE — the Connecticut Alliance to Benefit Law Enforcement — was instrumental in bringing CIT training to the state and has been a driving force behind mental health awareness and police-community collaboration.
Presenting members from Waterbury PD/ PFIA: ABM Captain Mike Stokes, Melinda Kapra, James Defilippis, Ray Zulali, James Stroffolino, Q. Maia, and Cade Rogers.
Thank you, Louise, for your dedication, leadership, and 20 years of impact!
For Sale or For Swap
is for firefighters or law enforcement officers who have items to swap or sell, or are looking for items to add to a collection. There is no charge for this service, but we ask that you follow one rule: items advertised must relate to your profession as firefighters and/or law enforcement officers.
PFIA solely makes it possible for you to contact one another. PFIA does not accept any responsibility for transactions. To participate, e-mail your name, contact information, & ad information to rbrownson@pfia.net.
PATCHES
Looking to grow police/ fire patch collection. If you have patches you would like to part with, please send to Shannon McCarty at 20 Nicole Court Lakewood, NJ 08701.
Kansas fire engineer wanting to trade fire and EMS patches. Have extra patches from other depts. E-mail and we can find out if there are others you would want to trade. Contact Tim Dokken, at tim.dokken81@gmail. com or send patch to Tim Dokken 1028 W. Ash St., Junction City, KS 66441.
Looking to grow my fire patch collection. Captain Jeff Fuchs, Carmel Fire Department, 2214 Mozart Drive, Greenfield, IN 46140. 317-695-8969
Looking to trade my police departments patch. New patch for new patch. Contact: John Kerrigan, 3804 Fairhaven Court, Midland, TX 79707. jkerrigan@ midlandtexas.gov
Wanted: Complete set of 50 state police patches from each one of the 50 states to mount in a frame.
Contact: 401-946-6467.
You may use any address and/or telephone number you wish.
OTHER
Retired Cleveland Police Officer Bob Guttu’s book, “Community Policing (It Really Works).” Contact: Bob Guttu at rguttu@ clevelandpolicefoundation. org.
Custom-designed blankets with PD/FD logos. Choice of colors to match department and company patches. Contact NHRF&R FF Stefan S. Vassallo at 973-768-1049 or Sv145@aol.com. 50x60, 80% cotton 20% poly, $65 Free shipping in the Continental US.
Fire bike painting commemorating 9/11 by artist Motor Marc Lacourciere. A framed giclee collector’s piece, #2 of 250, $500. Contact: William Irby at 386-3168275 or skipirby@aol.com
I would like to swap challenge coins with other officers or agencies. One for One. I also sell them for $10 each plus $5 for shipping. Sandra Torres at 903-221-6344
1000s of FOP pins to sell from all states. Call Patsy McKinney at 936-647-7415 mckinneypatsy@yahoo.com
Wanted: I collect antique fire memorabilia and any items from Wilmington, DE Fire Department. Contact E. Tickner at bat6wfd@ verizon.net or call 302-5986038 and leave a message.
I have pictures available for anyone interested. Duty holster $165 and tactical holster $195 retail. I’m willing to sell both for $250. Contact Det. Brian Jeffers at 720-810-0856
For Sale: A Fireman’s Log, a collection of poems written by a fireman. Titles include, Fireman’s Pole, A Fireman’s Wife, A Fireman’s Coat and more. $5 each plus $2 shipping. Contact Huey Hoover at hjh.33sd@gmail. com or phone 985-542-6434
Firefighter/paramedic of the Independence Fire District would like to trade fire, EMS, or police challenge coins for one of our fire challenge coins. Email me or mail me your coin and I will return the favor.10409 Sharpsburg Drive Independence, KY 41051 dcoyle@ independencekyfire.org
Honeywell brand new Nighthawk leather boots, size 8.5 $300
Stream light survivor flashlight, with battery pack, $50 MSA gear bag with wheels and pull out handle, 24” long, $50
Contact: Kevin Lillis at kevron1@aol.com or phone 716-207-0395
Unique Dallas Love Field-Station 21 (ARFF) Challenge coins for sale $20 each. Includes S&H. Contact: Michael Prelle cell: 940-902-4267 or mickdfd11@gmail.com
Audrey Farmer
audreyfarmer210@gmail.com
Selling 3 Unit Harrison Twp. Challenge coins $10 a coin
TOO HOT
TO HANDLE TO HANDLE
How the Burn Saver Sensor is Saving Firefighters from Hidden Burn Hazards
Even the best gear has a breaking point but The Burn Saver Sensor warns you before it happens.
Every year, 1,800 to 10,000 firefighters are burned annually, even though they are wearing modern personal protective equipment (PPE). (Lawson 1996, Stroup 2007).
“I’ve had three incidents where my face piece grazed; once it bubbled,” said firefighter Mary Kate Black.
“The incidents were in a control burn twice and then an actual structural fire once.” One reason for the high incidence of burns is that firefighters cannot tell how hot their environment is because firefighting PPE works so well. Without knowing it, a firefighter can be in an environment that is so hot that their breathing apparatus and other protective gear begins to fail.
“If a firefighter gets into a thermal environment that could cause damage to the face part of the respirator, it could cause either crazing, which is like a bubbling effect that limits visibility, or in extreme cases it can actually melt,” explained William Deso. The hazard associated with infrared radiation (IR) is particularly acute because the intensity of IR can increase to dangerous levels in a few seconds (Mensch 2011, Lawson 1996)
“Given how conditions can sometimes change rapidly, sometimes our activities take our focus away,” said Steve Birnbalm. “Having something that can continuously pay attention to the conditions and alert us to any dangerous conditions that are coming up is very important.”
Through a Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) award, the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate is working with TDA Research, Inc. to develop and produce the “Burn Saver” thermal
sensor to provide real time alerts to firefighters in dangerous thermal conditions. Firefighter turnout gear ensembles can only tolerate exposure to Class IV fire conditions [(500° – 1832° F; heat fluxes of 10 – 100 kilowatts per square meter (kW/m2)] for less than a minute before degrading. “Burn Saver is a device that was developed to give first responders a warning when they’re in a thermal environment that could cause degradation to their personal protective equipment, specifically the face piece of the self-contained breathing apparatus,” said Deso. Providing firefighters a timely warning that PPE failure is imminent will permit them to rapidly respond to the thermal hazard to avoid catastrophic protective ensemble failure.
Burn Saver
The Burn Saver is a smart, wirelessly connected heat load sensor/thermal hazard identifier that attaches to the right shoulder strap of the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). It weighs 12 ounces and is 3.5” wide by 3.75” tall. It is powered by a single AA battery that will last approximately one month if the Burn Saver is used 3 to 4 times a week. The Burn Savers are water and dust resistant and have been exposed to 1000° temperatures while continuing to log temperature data and send alarms. The white, sheet metal covers make the Burn Savers very tough and are coated with a ceramic glaze developed for automotive exhaust parts. The Burn Saver has a patented sensor array, which permits directional tracking of thermal hazards and the ability to integrate heat loads over time. Without directly measuring the temperature of an SCBA facepiece lens, the Burn Saver can accurately predict its temperature and time before thermal degradation. The Burn Saver’s predictive ability takes responsibility off firefighters to continuously monitor their accumulated heat loads, allowing them to focus on their jobs. “But Burn Saver can detect a condition that could cause problems for the integrity of the face piece,” said Deso. “It can alert in three different ways — one is a blinking or steady blue light, the other is an indication through a radio channel to the command post, and the third is an indication in the firefighter’s heads-up display in the mask.”
Alert Methods are Configurable
The Burn Saver can be configured to provide more or fewer alerts
based on firefighter preferences. It can be connected to Land Mobile Radios and HUD systems on smart SCBA packs. SCBA manufacturers can easily integrate Burn Savers into their PPE suites with minimal programming changes. The Burn Saver can use Bluetooth protocols from 1.2 to 5 and have alert LEDs that function well as buddy alarms. If your partner’s alarm goes off, it’s time to get out, no questions asked. “I can see on a monitor what firefighters are being exposed to versus just relying on what is happening with the outside of the structure,” added Lori Brill.
“This technology absolutely addresses something that’s important to us,” said Lisa Pine. “As our PPE improves and gets more and more advanced, we’re able to spend more time in hotter conditions, and the weakest part of our ensemble is the face piece. So having this technology to help us prevent that failure is very important.”
Fire is unpredictable, but your protection shouldn’t be. The Burn Saver doesn’t just warn you when it’s hot, it tells you how hot, and how long you can stay before your gear gives out. It’s like having a thermal guardian watching your back so you can focus on saving lives, not second-guessing the heat. ■
https://www.dhs.gov/sites/default/files/publications/5242_burn_saver_factsheet_2020_v2.pdf
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FIREFIGHTERS
unique ways to connect with the community
As a firefighter, your duty doesn’t end when the flames are out, it’s just beginning. You are an educator, protector, role model, and familiar neighbor. You represent strength and care in your community. Children look up to you not only because of your bravery but because you take the time to teach fire safety at schools, fit them with bike helmets, or lead summer youth camps that inspire dreams and promote lifelong respect. Hosting an open firehouse or participating in holiday toy drives turns your station into a place of comfort. These moments shift the image of firefighters from emergency responders to trusted allies, reinforcing the deep community connection that underpins your work. When you attend local events, support neighborhood programs, or help with car seat checks, you’re building relationships that pay dividends in trust and resilience. A young girl sees a female firefighter and believes she can be one too. A grieving family feels less alone because the person comforting them isn’t a stranger, it’s the firefighter who led last month’s school safety talk. These acts, while often quiet and spontaneous, carry profound meaning. They not only enhance public safety but also promote well-being for firefighters by providing human-centered, purpose-filled interactions. When you invest in your community, it invests back in you, and that’s where the true strength of the fire service lies. Here are 10 ways to connect with your communtiy.
Firehouse Feast
Once a month, invite a local family or group to the station for dinner with the crew. Share stories, questions, and unforgettable memories.
Junior Fire Bootcamp
Kids gear up and try obstacle courses, hose drills, and fire safety games, earning a “Junior Fire Cadet” title by the end.
Flames & Frames Photo Day
Kids step into real fire gear for a fun, themed photo shoot at the station, perfect for back-to-school or family day events.
Facebook Live Bedtime Stories
Every week, a firefighter reads bedtime stories online, bringing warmth, smiles, and a familiar face to families at home.
Pet Oxygen Mask Fundraiser
Raise awareness and funds to equip fire trucks with oxygen masks for pets.
& POLICE
Sound the Alarm Safety Blitz
Teams surprise homes with free smoke alarm checks and installations, combining lifesaving service with neighborly kindness.
Ladderball in the Park
A laid-back afternoon of games between the firehouse and the community—perfect for laughs, bonding, and low-stakes competition.
Mobile Fire Safety Trailer
Bring the firehouse experience to schools or neighborhoods, complete with interactive demos and safety lessons.
Kitchen Fire Demos at the Market
Live demonstrations on how to safely handle grease fires, plus free firesafe recipe cards for shoppers and home chefs.
Birthday Parade: Fill the Truck Edition
For children in need, firefighters roll out a mini truck parade with lights, sirens, balloons, and birthday surprises delivered with heart.
As a police officer, your role extends far beyond responding to emergencies, you’re the familiar face that children wave to from school buses, the steady hand guiding a confused senior, and the calming presence in moments of both chaos and calm. Communityfirst initiatives reveal the true heart of your work, transforming law enforcement into a trusted, human connection. From “Coffee with a Cop” events at local diners to mentoring youth through explorer programs or building bonds as school resource officers, you have the power to shift the public narrative, from one of enforcement to one of encouragement. Walking the beat, knowing local business owners by name, or showing up to a Little League game in uniform sends a strong message: you’re not just enforcing laws, you’re living the values behind the badge. These daily interactions build trust, inspire respect, and often change lives. When a teen opens up because they’ve seen you volunteer at the community center, or a family turns to you in crisis because you’ve already shown up in the good times, that’s when true community policing happens. When your presence is felt consistently, not just when something goes wrong, the community grows stronger, safer, and more unified. Here are 10 ways officers can engage in the community.
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Badges & Brushes Art Night
Officers and teens team up with local artists to create murals or paintings, bridging gaps through creativity, conversation, and color.
Officers participate in a local Charity Fund
Find a local event, participate in one that benefits camps and scholarships for the youth.
“Lights On” Instead of Tickets
Instead of issuing tickets for broken lights, officers hand out vouchers to local auto shops for discounted repairs, turning a citation into a solution.
Storytime in Uniform
Officers visit local daycares and elementary schools to read stories, easing fear and building trust early on, one page at a time.
Teen Forensic Night
A hands-on “detective for a day” event where youth explore fingerprinting, evidence processing, and problem-solving like real investigators.
TikTok with a Cop
Collaborate with youth creators to produce fun, safe, and educational content, showcasing the human side of the badge.
Cop Car Karaoke
Community members hop into a patrol car to sing their hearts out, spreading laughter and showcasing local talent online.
Shield & Shovel Project
When the snow hits, officers hit the sidewalks, shoveling driveways for elderly neighbors who need an extra hand.
High Five Fridays
Start the school day with a boost! Officers line up outside schools to give kids high fives, fist bumps, and encouraging words before class.
Pen Pals with Seniors
Officers exchange letters with senior citizens in care homes—offering connection, comfort, and sometimes a few laughs.
At the heart of it all, it’s the simple, everyday moments that leave the biggest mark, sharing a laugh at a community event, helping a child feel safe, or just being a familiar, caring face. When police officers and firefighters show up not just in crisis, but in the quiet, good moments too, they build something deeper than safety, they build trust, hope, and connection. That’s when the job becomes something more. That’s when it truly matters. Let’s continue building a safer, stronger community. ■
Class of 2025
Once again, Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association has awarded 100 children, step-children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren of PFIA members with scholarships this year.
The scholarships amount to $1,500 per year, and are renewable for three more years, provided eligibility requirements are continually met.
To avoid bias, winning students are selected by Scholarship America®; employees of PFIA do not participate. Scholarship America bases their decision on the students’ academic performance, demonstrated leadership abilities, and participation in school and community activities. Considerations are also based on work experience, unusual personal or family circumstances, letters of recommendation, and a statement of the applicant’s goals and aspirations. All of this information is confidential. Conditions and procedures under which awards are granted are reviewed occasionally by PFIA.
Gianna Barringer SUNY College at Oneonta Biology
Madison Barton U.S. Air Force Academy Biology/Pre-Med
Lawton Acquart
St. Mary’s University Economics - Data Analytics
Jay Anthony Purdue University Computer Science
Nick Arevalos University of Texas at Austin Biology
Adilyn Baker Western Kentucky University Architect
Gunnar Balma University of Southern California Mechanical Engineering
Zachary Baughan New England Institute of Technology Software Engineering
Natalie Baxter Murray State University Exercise Science
Kayla Benoit Curry College Criminal Justice
Autumn Best Temple University Speech Language Hearing Sciences
Riley Bonnet Louisiana State University Architecture
Sophie Caniglia Central College Biology
Colby Celuck Vermont State University Biology (Pre-Medicine)
Brianna Chibas Florida Atlantic University Exercise Science
Ethan Copelin SUNY University at Buffalo Actuary Sciences
Kenadie Cypher McNeese State University Pre-Pharmacy
Mackenzie Dettmer Bowling Green State University Nursing
Dylan Dinkins Michigan State University Human Biology
Victoria Doble Kansas State University Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Sciences
Abigail Donovan Michigan State University Horticulture (not pictured)
Bailey Dunn Mercyhurst University Biology
Emma Durning Colorado State University Social Sciences
Alaina Emfinger Georgia Southern University Psychology
Rocco Episcopo Ohio University Sports Management
Luke Ferrentino Penn State University Park Bio-Behavioral Health
Harrison Forestal University of Dayton Business
Isabela Fratus Texas State University Public Relations
Ben Friedman Ohio State University Criminal Justice (Pre-Law)
Colton Fugler Panola College Criminal Justice
Shelby Gacnik Colorado State University Business Marketing
Kimora Hall Holy Family University Criminal Justice
Avery Hedgpeth University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Nursing
Tyler Howe University of Nebraska Business Administration
Abbi Hoyt University of Iowa Human Physiology/Pre Med
Olivia Jarreau Nicholls State University Culinary Arts
Bryndall Joiner Hardin-Simmons University Nursing
Molly Jones Otterbein University Fine Arts
Evanston Kirchofer Rockhurst University Accounting/Finance
Lauren Kohl Northwest Missouri State University Sports Medicine
Liliana Kovar Baylor University Business
Madeline Krueger Texas Woman’s University Pre-Physical Therapy
Jenna Landry Louisiana State University Marketing
Claire Laney University of Nebraska Nursing
Elsie Lindeman Claremont McKenna College Literature
Tyler Long Colorado School of Mines Mechanical Engineering
Kerra Longbine Mount Mercy University Nursing
Keira Loseke The University of Texas at Austin Chemical Engineering
Julia Lucas Brigham Young University Neuroscience
Aleena Lucero University of Colorado Criminal Justice
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Balin Mayhook
St. Lawrence University Geology
Charles McKenzie University of Georgia Finance
Briella McLaughlin University of Nebraska Biology
Mckenna Meckling Penn State University Park Telecommunications and Media Industries
Allie Michalski University of South Carolina Social Work
Margaret Morgan Jacksonville University Business
April Nowinski Campbell University Physical Therapy
Alayna Nydahl University of Kansas Interior Architecture
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Kyra Pence SUNY College Animal Science
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Connor Reeson University of Nebraska Accounting and Finance
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Kendall Remerow Huntingdon College Psychology and Criminal Justice
Allison Ripley Belmont University Nursing
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Avril Smith Concordia University Biology
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Brayden Stufft Northeastern Junior College Fire Science
David Telban Kent State University Mechatronics Engineering Technology
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Allen Root SUNY College Heavy Equipment Operation
Katie Rueckert University of South Florida Sports Marketing
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Addison Schuka University of Nebraska Exercise Science
Isabella Scott Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Business
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Molly Shepard Central Michigan University Elementary Education
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Bridget Whitney University of Nebraska Kinesiology
Amelia Witteveen George Fox University Nursing
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Caydence Wood IU Bloomington Criminal Justice
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Congratulations 2024-2025 Graduates!
Recipients College Attended
Mia Chin Penn State University Park
Tyler Stephens IU-Purdue University Indianapolis
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Camryn Ray University of Nebraska - Omaha
Natalie Reeves Hawaii Pacific University
Christian Luensmann University of Texas at Austin
Sydney Goodwin Columbus College of Art and Design
Sydney Cress University of Indianapolis
Kathryn Rizzo Keene State College
Caroline Monroe Colorado Mesa University
MaKenzee DeCock Texas State University
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Claire Mullen Cornell University
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Kailani Day Tufts University
John Pfeifer Iowa State University
Andrea Klemenc Grand Canyon University
Rylee Kleine Indiana Wesleyan University
Claire Quiroz Indiana University South Bend
McKenna Crews Minnesota State University Moorhead
Peyton Kach Belmont University
Derek Dinkins Michigan State University
Kyle Farewell St. John Fisher University
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Miranda Uriegas Texas A&M University
Cecilia Kenehan University of Colorado Denver
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Casey McKeel University of Akron
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Kyle Boyett Midwestern State University
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Jillian Rohon Wheaton College
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Alexia Carmack University of South Florida
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David Wasil Pensacola Christian College
Kinsie Hufford Kansas State University
Gia Episcopo Florida Gulf Coast University
James Fay Hood College
Alissa Davis University of Findlay
Natalie Hoffman Nazareth University
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Jude Stokes Massachusetts College of Art and Design
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MISCELLANEOUS Various Kinds of Things
Regional Manager Mark Reuss presenting Agent Mike Brown from Dayton, Ohio with his Rookie Watch. With dedication and a strategic approach, Mike achieved a significant milestone.
PFIA Agent from Port Orange Police Department Paul Bigelow receives his PFIA watch from Regional Manager Myles Christie.
PFIA Agents Chris and Brittany Parker present PFIA to NY capital district Zone 5 academy.
In May 2025, Rhode Island members (Sue Rugg, Keith Mancini, Robin Gardner, Scott Sqadrito, and Vincent Ortez) celebrated Correctional Officers Week.
On May 28, 2025 PFIA ABM/ Agent Eric Smith presents Anthony Williams with a donation for The Laymen and Brotherhood’s Ministry of Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church.
In May 2025, New York Agent Kyle Parker stands with Albany Police Department after enrollment.
PFIA’S
Charitable Fund
PFIA’S Charitable Fund
PFIA can accept charitable contributions to the Fund that are tax deductible for the person or company donating.
The Board consists of the Executive Committee and two other current Board Members. The Board will determine every December meeting how much PFIA will contribute to the fund and then distribute the funds to predetermined charities. The fund will be distributed to a zero balance and start over on January 1st of every year.
We will lean heavily towards children and military families. The four funds that we will contribute to will be: Make-A-Wish Foundation®, Special Olympics, Special Operations Warrior Foundation, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Everyone gives money to charities of their choice, but we think that giving our members a place to give — where they know 100% of funds are distributed to charities close to their heart — will be a very benevolent endeavor.
We think that will be a great extension of our fraternal mission and hope it is received well and becomes the go-to place for members to help others. What better way to fulfill our fraternal mission in today’s society with over 100 years of service with donating money to the deserving funds listed?
General Contributions:
Jerry & Mary Jane Housel
Memorial Contributions to Honor the Memory of RUSSELL DOWDEN JR.
ERIC FREY
Thank you
Mark Kemp
Memorial Contributions to Honor the Memory of WAYNE REDMON
Thank you
Susan Shinabarger-Woolf
If you are interested in becoming a contributor or if you would like to donate, please make a check payable to PFIA Charitable Fund and put in the memo “charitable contribution,” or write a note and put it in the envelope and mail to: PFIA
ATTN: John Murphy 101 East 116th Street Carmel, IN 46032
Police and Firemen’s Insurance Association is the only group in the world that exclusively caters to police officers, firefighters and correctional officers. Our members enjoy competitive premium rates and products designed specifically for police officers and firefighters, which are unavailable anywhere else.
Executive Committee
John Murphy
President Bradd Roembke Senior Vice President/ Executive Secretary
Departments
Accounting Lead
Sherrie Vermande
Accounting
Nancy Brown
Margaret Snyder
Jennifer Ireland
Agency/Commissions
Amanda Hendricks
Claims Examiner
Mindy Roberts
Claims
Karen Groff
Sheila Borst
Creative Services/Editor
Rebekah Brownson
Geneneral Services
Kandyce Shoffner
Human Resources
Donna Walton
Eric Hofmeister Vice President/ Treasurer
Information Services
Chris Marlor
Sunpreet Johal
Michael Harrison
Member Services
Anne Karn
Christina Coan
New Business
Brittanie Butcher
Heather Starwalt
Office Lead
Tanyia Elston
Secretary to the Executives
Susan Shinabarger-Woolf
Shipping & Receiving
Cristian Bell
Statutory Accounting
Karen Doctor
Association Offices
Chairman of the Board
Mike Carrigan
Regional Managers
Southeast
Myles Christie 706-951-9620 (C) pfia567@gmail.com
Louisiana Gary Ralph 318-426-4034 (C) garyralph874@gmail.com
Texas
Darren “Lang” Spencer 979-716-6193 (C) lspencer_pfia@yahoo.com
Midwest Mark Reuss
513-706-1287 mark.pfia@gmail.com
Northeast
Alan “Tom” Evans, Jr. 716-628-4774 (C) nypfia@gmail.com
Directory of Advisory Board Members & Account Representatives
Alabama
Birmingham FD
RAPHAEL HALE
205-335-7028 (C) 576pfia@gmail.com
Birmingham PD PAUL A. IRWIN JR. 205-365-7092 (C) 205-591-0911 (B)
Colorado
Arvada FD
TODD HOBLER
720-540-4940 (H) 303-919-7759 (C) todd.hobler@arvadafire.com
Denver FD
MIKE CARRIGAN
303-619-6112 (C) pfia.mikecarrigan@gmail.com
Denver PD
JASON CARRIGAN
303-994-7575 (C) pfiacarrigan@gmail.com
Denver PD & Sheriff
MIKE CARRIGAN
303-619-6112 (C) pfia.mikecarrigan@gmail.com
Denver West Metro Fire Rescue
DUANE G. PELL
303-238-2328 (H) 303-810-2480 (C) pelldp@q.com
Mountain View FD
MIKE STRATTON
970-587-8923 (H) 970-412-6730 (C) mikestratton@gmail.com mstratton@mvfpd.org
Connecticut
Bridgeport FD
MIKE KAMSZIK
203-767-3331 (C) mikekamszik@gmail.com
CT State Corrections - Garner
SCOTT STRIELKAUSKAS
203-206-2027 (C) 203-757-0036 (H) scottstriel@icloud.com
Hartford FD
EDWARD MACHIAL
860-985-9350 (C) latinofire73@yahoo.com
New Britain FD TIM CYR
860-841-7242 (C) ctpfia@outlook.com
New Britain PD PAUL BAK
860-560-3973 (C) pbak66@comcast.net
New Haven Corrections ERNEST AWUSAH 347-270-6141 (C) ernestawusah@gmail.com
New Haven FD and Branford FD & PD
JASON T. CUSACK 203-996-0597 (C) qball0056@gmail.com
New Haven FD and Branford FD & PD
WILLIAM CUSACK 203-494-6762 (C)
Norwalk FD & PD
JUSTIN BISCEGLIE 203-803-8050 (C)
Norwalk PD GARY MECOZZI 203-424-9559 (C) gary.mecozzi@ct.gov
Robinson State Corrections ROSENDO DELEON JR. 860-982-9692 (C) rodeleonjr0311@gmail.com
Stamford FD
MICHAEL GALLAS
203-470-0275 (C) pfia786@gmail.com
Stamford PD FRANKIE FORBES
203-469-5320 (H) 203-627-0259 (C) fforbes@stamfordct.gov
Waterbury FD
JOHN PERUGINI 203-233-3394 (C) johnperugini1987@gmail.com
Waterbury PD
KERI RICH 203-509-3254 (C) keririch08@gmail.com
Waterbury PD
MICHAEL STOKES 860-637-0815 (C) mikestokes628@gmail.com
Delaware
Wilmington FD & PD
ANTHONY HARRIS
302-250-5276 (C) aharris275@gmail.com
Deleware
Wilmington FD & PD
ANTHONY HARRIS 302-250-5276 (C) aharris275@msn.com
Florida
Cape Coral FD
EDWARD AGOCS
239-214-1467 (H) edagocs@yahoo.com
Gainesville FD
EUGENE DUGAN
386-344-3427 (C) ejd0907@gmail.com
Gainesville PD
LA’JARVIS COOK 352-219-5986 (C) jarvis.87@gmail.com
Gainesville PD
MARTIN HONEYCUTT
352-871-5360 (C) martinh5360@gmail.com
Fort Pierce FD & PD /Port St. Lucie PD/ St. Lucie Co., SPF KYLE STIRRAT
772-267-0747 (C) pfia866@gmail.com
Ft. Lauderdale FD
JOHN HALL
954-703-0342 (C) johnpfia765@gmail.com
Hollywood FD
NICOLE DAWSON
954-639-1544 (C) dawsonpfia@gmail.com
Jacksonville FD
ANTHONY E. RAGANS 904-768-3546 (H) 904-699-7181 (C) tbone247@att.net
Orange Co. FD JIM MERGENTHALER 407-694-4927 (C) pfiacfl@gmail.com
Orlando FD
T.J. LOWREY 407-970-0893 (C) pfia.tj@gmail.com
Orlando PD JASON BATURA 321-228-7821 (C) jason.batura@gmail.com
Port St. Lucie FD & Sheriff MICHAEL RIZZELLO 772-370-4803 (C) firerizz@aol.com
St. Petersburg FD WINTHROP M. NEWTON 727-432-6522 (C) iwilldo@earthlink.net
St. Petersburg PD SCOTT LAANINEN 813-482-3972 (C) scott.laaninen@gmail.com
St. Petersburg PD RICHARD THOMAS 727-798-7165 (C) rthomas1@knology.net
Tampa FD VINCENT JACKSON 813-486-5698 (C) vjackson1380@yahoo.com
Tampa PD RICKY BROWN 813-270-1280 (C) rockynina2@gmail.com
Tampa PD SUSAN LIBERTZ 215-327-4872 (C) slibertzpfia@gmail.com
Volusia County FD &PD JUSTIN HUGHES 386-931-8728 (C)
Georgia
Atlanta FD GEORGE W. HOWELL III 678-787-2465 (C) george.howell.pfia@gmail.com
Augusta FD & PD ERIC V. SMITH 706-339-5979 (C) smith23ev@hotmail.com
DeKalb Co. PD & FD TAD LANDAU 404-557-4205 (H) tadlandau@yahoo.com
DeKalb Co. PD RONNIE CRENSHAW 470-314-9151 (C) pfia846@yahoo.com
Macon-Bibb Co., FD & PD BRENDA THOMAS 478-390-4520 (C) pfia853@gmail.com
Muscogee County Sheriff JOHN WADE 862-216-4217 (C) pfia706@gmail.com
Savannah FD & PD JASON ROEHM 989-239-1450 (H) roehmjason@yahoo.com
Whitfield Co. FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections BRETT MILLER 706-280-2160 (C) bmiller0828@gmail.com
Illinois
Chicago FD JOSE GARCIA 312-972-1924 (C) cfd_usmc@comcast.net
Chicago FD MICHAEL J. SHANAHAN 312-307-8795 (C) mspfia@msn.com
Chicago, Southern Suburbs FD & PD, University Park FD JEFFERY A. DUHOSKI 708-927-0960 paidnproud@aol.com
Chicago, Southern Suburbs FD SAM SHANAHAN 928-310-8859 (C) shanahan.pfia@gmail.com
Chicago, Southern Suburbs PD BARBARA KINSELLA 708-476-0215 (C) pfia_barb@icloud.com
Countryside Fire Protection Dist. TONY RODKEY 847-417-7423 (C) tony.pfia@yahoo.com
Peoria PD
TERRY L. PYATT 309-453-0935 (H) biznez28@comcast.net
Peoria Fire
TOBI RODERICK 309-678-3823 (C) troderick.pfia@gmail.com
Rock Island/Quad Cities FD & PD JUSTIN WELVAERT 309-314-3017 (C) jwelvaert.pfia@gmail.com
Williamson Co. FD & PD
ROBERT MUSOLINO 618-499-5237 (C) robertm.pfia@gmail.com
Indiana
Anderson FD & PD Kokomo FD & PD
CHANCE T. HENSLEY 765-621-5176 (C) c.hensley.pfia@gmail.com
Columbus FD
AARON EICHEL
812-603-8641 (C) aaroneichel246@gmail.com
Evansville FD & PD
GREG LEHMAN 812-455-3443 (C) glehman64@gmail.com
Ft. Wayne PD
KYLE HARTMAN 260-908-4726 (C) kyle.pfia@gmail.com
Hammond FD
JEFF HARTLERODE 219-671-2167 (C) pfia707@gmail.com
Indianapolis FD
BOB HOUSEL
317-523-3863 (C) bob.pfia@gmail.com
Indianapolis PD
TODD WELLMANN
317-289-0668 (C) toddwellmannpfia@gmail.com
Kokomo FD & PD
CHANCE T. HENSLEY
765-621-5176 (C) c.hensley.pfia@gmail.com
Richmond/ Connersville FD & PD
MATT MATLOCK 937-409-1508 (C) mmatlock94@yahoo.com
Iowa
Burlington FD
KENNETH MORRIS
319-753-6285 (H)
Cedar Rapids FD
LYLE THEISEN
319-462-3912 (H) lylepatthe@msn.com
Des Moines FD & PD
RAYMOND A. GALLARDO
515-205-2414 (C) ray.gallardo13@gmail.com
Quad Cities/Davenport FD & PD
JUSTIN WELVAERT
309-314-3017 (C) jwelvaert.pfia@gmail.com
West Des Moines FD
DOUG REX
515-991-3684 (C) dougrex1@gmail.com
Kansas
Garden City Fire
ZACH GOLEMBOSKI
816-812-3018 (C) zach.golemboski@gardencityks.us
Junction City FD, PD & Sheriff J. R. REYNOLDS 785-238-7835 (H) 785-375-1340 (C) j.r.jcfd@gmail.com
Kansas City Fire
KIM ADRIANO
913-999-8235 (C) pfia.kimenriquez@gmail.com
Kentucky
Ashland FD & PD
DAVID REDMAN
606-465-9344 (C) fdredman@yahoo.com
Covington/Northern Kentucky FD
CHRIS HANDLEY
513-919-3521 (C) Chris.handley.pfia@gmail.com
Louisiana
Baton Rouge FD PAUL H. OWENS
225-772-4190 (C) pfiaowens48@gmail.com
Baton Rouge FD
CAMERON WESLEY
225-937-0907 (C) camwesley97@gmail.com
Bossier City, PD/FD JOHN MORTON
318-455-6665 (C) pfiajohn764@gmail.com
Caddo Parish Sheriff TJ DICKEY JR. 318-655-3107 (C) tjpfiaagent@gmail.com
Caddo Parish Sheriff JERRY SILVA 318-655-5627 (C) j.silva360@yahoo.com
Jefferson Parish Sheriff KIM LENTZ
985-774-4414 (C) 985-639-1723 (H) lentz1848@bellsouth.net
Lake Charles FD ANDREW LEE 337-764-3979 (C) drewglee@gmail.com
Livingston Parish FD PAUL H. OWENS 225-772-4190 (C) paulowens1948@gmail.com
Louisiana State PD BELINDA MURPHY 318-308-2464 (C) bmurphyla71@gmail.com
Mandeville FD ROBBY MARQUETTE 985-789-2814 (C) healthavengers@gmail.com
New Orleans FD ROXANNE HADLEY 504-234-2327 (C) ffhadley21@gmail.com
New Orleans & Kenner FD PAUL J. MELANCON 504-524-3878 (H) 504-430-1962 (C)
New Orleans PD
DAVID G. LENTZ 985-649-5741 (H) nameck2@aol.com
Shreveport PD RODNEY HORTON 318-773-1232 (C) spdp386@comcast.net
Shreveport FD PATRICK DENNEY 318-349-8530 (C) patrickdenney398@gmail.com
Slidell FD LOUIS MELANCON 985-960-7651 (C) tamnlou@gmail.com
Slidell PD
DAVID L. LENTZ 504-606-4427 (C) dlentz78@gmail.com
Massachusetts
Boston FD
BRIAN TULLY SR. 508-523-9124 (C) briantully515@gmail.com
Hampden County Sheriff
ADAM APPLE 413-237-3233 (H) adamapple1418@yahoo.com
New Bedford FD & PD
JAMES ESTRELLA III 774-473-0451 (C) james.estrella@newbedfordpd.com
Worcester PD
TIMOTHY REYNOLDS 774-253-6432 (H) tcr316@live.com
Michigan
Ann Arbor & Lansing FD
DAN SANDERS 616-294-2750 (C) dan.pfia@gmail.com
Flint PD
MICHAEL P. SULLIVAN 810-814-3381 (C) sully1968@comcast.net
Grand Rapids FD
KATHLEEN THOMPSON 616-406-6524 (C) kthompso@grcity.us
Grand Traverse City FD & PD
KARYL L. MOORE
231-947-1758 (H) dfivestar@chartermi.net
Wayne Co., PD
HARVEY YOUNG 734-787-5372 (C) harveyy415@gmail.com
Missouri
Kansas City FD
BRIAN & KYLE BURGDORF 816-812-3018 (C) 816-805-6643 (C) burgdorf.pfia@gmail.com
Kansas City Metro Area
DONNIE SHOOK 816-315-9943 (C) pfiashook@gmail.com
St. Louis FD
JACOB NEWMAN 314-706-2522 (C) jake.pfia@gmail.com
St. Louis Co. PD
MATTHEW CRECELIUS 314-341-4290 (C) mattcrecelius@gmail.com
St. Louis Co. PD
DAVID MEYER 314-220-5856 (C) dmeyer1983@gmail.com
St. Louis PD
BRYAN BARTON 636-232-5318 (C) bryaly21@gmail.com
Nebraska
Lincoln FD LAMAR REIL 402-641-1724 (C) lamarreil819@gmail.com
Lincoln FD & PD KARLA HOUFEK 402-499-1773 karlajhoufek@gmail.com
Omaha FD RANDY WOLODKEWITSCH 402-216-9664 (C) 402-571-2694 (H) pfia.rjw656@gmail.com
Omaha PD JEFF WARNOCK 402-312-3211 jwarnock1568@gmail.com
New Jersey
Asbury Park FD & PD PATRICK CASTELLANO 732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com
Atlantic City FD & PD GENNARO BASSO 609-214-3002 (H) gennarobasso81@gmail.com
Bayonne FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Bayonne PD ALLAN SLATTERY 201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com
Bay Shore, Monmouth Co. PD, FD MICHAEL MICHALSKI 732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com
Belleville FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Bergen Co. PD, FD MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
Bloomfield FD & PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Bradley Beach PD PATRICK CASTELLANO 732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com
Brick Township PD JOSEPH PACITTI 848-333-1259 (C) jpacittipfia@gmail.com
Camden County PD & FD Cherry Hill FD ED MICUA 609-315-0609 (C) 856-428-3252 (H) edmicuapfia@verizon.net
Clifton FD,& PD JASON AYALA 973-249-7976 (H) samjay134@gmail.com
East Jersey/Trenton Corrections JORGE ORTIZ 201-680-8789 (C) pfiajortiz@gmail.com
East Orange FD & PD
KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Elizabeth FD & PD
ANTHONY “FOGE” FAZIO 908-377-2052 (C) foge69@aol.com
Essex County Sheriff & Corrections
KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Garfield PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Glen Ridge PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Gloucester County FD & PD EDWARD VINCENT 856-316-2547 (C) edvincent.pfia@gmail.com
Harrison FD & PD CHAD DiGIORGIO 201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Hackensack FD & PD MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
Hoboken FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Hoboken PD ALLAN SLATTERY 201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com
Hudson Co. PD & Sheriff
THOMAS MCKENNA 973-919-7158 (C) tommy.mck116@gmail.com
Irvington FD CHARLES WEST 973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com
Irvington PD KYLE KONDRECK 201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Jersey City FD ROBERT PILGER 201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Jersey City PD
ALLAN SLATTERY 201-315-4314 (C) allanslattery1959@gmail.com
Kearny FD & PD
CHAD DiGIORGIO
201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Linden FD
STEPHEN SMIGELSKY
732-634-8582 (H) 732-236-3036 (C) srs214@msn.com
Little Falls PD
KYLE KONDRECK
201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Long Branch FD & PD and Manasquan PD
PATRICK CASTELLANO
732-804-1563 patrick_castellano@yahoo.com
Middlesex County PD
THOMAS RATAJCZAK
732-501-5604 (H) tjay103@yahoo.com
Middletown Twp. FD & PD
MICHAEL MICHALSKI
732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com
Montgomery Twp. FD & PD CHRISTOPHER PARLOW
908-216-3632 (C) cparlowpafia@gmail.com
Monmouth Co. PD, FD, & Sheriff
MICHAEL MICHALSKI
732-673-6402 (H) michalskipfia@gmail.com
Montclair FD
CHARLES WEST
973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com
Montclair PD
KYLE KONDRECK
201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Morris County FD & PD
CHAD DiGIORGIO
201-206-5183 (C) chadckfd@verizon.net
Newark FD CHARLES WEST
973-945-4892 (C) 973-328-7974 (H) chuckwest@newarkfd.com
Newark PD
MIKEY CARRILLO
973-951-8350 (C) mcpfia120@gmail.com
North Hudson FD
ROBERT PILGER
201-638-5297 (H) rpilg@aol.com
Nutley FD & PD
KYLE KONDRECK
201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Orange FD& PD
KYLE KONDRECK
201-341-2946 (C) kkondreckpfia@gmail.com
Passaic FD & PD
JASON AYALA
973-249-7976 (H) samjay134@gmail.com
Paterson FD & PD
FRANK DAUNNO
973-330-2968 (C) jrdaun@aol.com
Paterson PD
SHANAVIA SMITH
201-926-8652 (C) shsmith.pfia@gmail.com
Plainfield FD & PD
NUNO CARVALHO
908-296-6871 (C) ncarvalho.pfia@gmail.com
Sussex County FD, PD, & Sheriff
MICHAEL PARISE
973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
Trenton PD
JASON BOUCHARD 609-510-8688 (H) jbouchard.pfia@gmail.com
Ventnor FD WILLIAM NAGLE 609-705-8450 (C) bubby129056@yahoo.com
Wallington FD & PD
MICHAEL PARISE 973-271-0069 (H) mparisepfia@gmail.com
New Mexico
Colfax Co. FD & Sheriff PAUL MAY 832-724-5818 (C) pm3149@sbcglobal.net
New York
Albany FD
KORY HOGAN SR. 518-542-8478 (C) koryvhogan@gmail.com
Albany PD KYLE PARKER 518-944-6206 (C) kjparker@albany-ny.org
Albion Corrections
THOMAS SUTTON 716- 471-9326 (C) co11to7@aol.com
Buffalo FD WENDY MAJTYKAHARTMAN 716-479-2976 (C) ffwendi@gmail.com
Buffalo PD JOHN PETRICCA 716-380-2057 (C) jpd441@verizon.net
Cattaraugus County Sheriff NATHAN A. ROOT 716-938-2239 (W) 716-498-3252 (C) naroot@cattco.org
Cattaraugus County Sheriff
MELISSA YERPE
716-640-3038 (C) mjyerpe.pfia@gmail.com
Monroe County Sheriff ALFRED N. DeROSA 585-208-3902 (C) aderosa58@gmail.com
New York City PD ROBERT DOMINICCI 718-619-0390 (C) nycpfia@gmail.com
New York State Court PD BRITTANY PARKER 518-859-9887 (C) baberrings@gmail.com
New York State Corrections ELADIO MARTINEZ 607-661-7681 (C) emartinez52@gmail.com
Niagara County Sheriff KEITH HETRICK III 716-622-6461 (C) keith.hetrick@gmail.com
Niagara Falls FD RISKY SANABRIA 716-550-0625 (C) rskpfia@gmail.com
Niagara Falls PD
RICK FLECK III 716-807-6876 (C) precki17@aol.com
Rochester FD
BRIAN WHITE 585-705-7179 (C) white.brian11@gmail.com
Schenectady FD
MARK KARL 518-852-4953 (H) omm21@yahoo.com
Syracuse FD
JAMES ENNIS 315-430-0340 (C) 315-468-8630 (H) jennis@twcny.rr.com
Syracuse PD
TAYLOR ANDERSON 920-883-1437 (C) tanderson@syracusepolice.org
Troy FD
RAYMOND J. DAVIS 518-573-8106 (C) sdavistroy@hotmail.com
Troy FD
PETER RYAN 518-805-8584 (C) pryan72012@gmail.com
Troy PD
CHRISTOPHER J. PARKER 518-378-2283 (C) parkerc24@yahoo.com
Utica FD
PETER A. CARUSO 315-725-5712 (C) pfiapete@yahoo.com
Utica PD
PETER A. CARUSO III 315-269-4886 (C) paac3@yahoo.com
Wende State Corrections ZACHARY HANCZAROWSKI 716-697-8017 (C) zhanczarowski@gmail.com
Wende State Corrections ANTHONY PECORA 716-253-4678 (C) apecora0308@gmail.com
Wende State Corrections NATONYA YARBOUGH 716-986-7321 (C) natonyayarbough@gmail.com
White Plains FD PATSY DeFONCE IV 914-505-1412 (C) patsydefonce@me.com
North
Carolina
Charlotte FD TOM BREWER 704-200-8486 (C) brewer18c@gmail.com
Greensboro FD MATTHEW PATTERSON 336-382-4600 (C) mattsfiregfd@yahoo.com
Winston-Salem FD DAVID POLLARD 336-403-7771 (C) wslocal682@gmail.com Ohio
Akron PD DON G. TREJBAL 330-352-4502 (C) apd634@hotmail.com
Akron FD GREG GEARHART 330-351-2673 (C) gearhartpfia@gmail.com
Cincinnati PD GREG TOYEAS 513-738-4141 (H) 513-484-2459 (C) gregtoyeas@yahoo.com
Cincinnati FD CHRIS HANDLEY 513-919-3521 (C) chris.handley.pfia@gmail.com
Cleveland FD VINCE VIANCOURT 440-835-5647 (W) 216-534-6927 (C) benefits.consulting@yahoo.com
Cleveland PD DAN VIANCOURT 216-990-2882 (C) dsv.pfia@gmail.com
Columbus Metro FD KURT DIETZ 614-332-2795 (C) kurt.pfia@gmail.com
Columbus FD KELLY STORTS 614-496-4544 (C) kemist14@hotmail.com
Coshocton County FD & PD CORY WILSON 740-502-9240 (C) cwilsoniaff216@gmail.com
Dayton FD
MIKE BROWN 937-430-6728 (C) mikebrownpfia@gmail.com
Dayton Region
MATT MATLOCK 937-409-1508 (C) mmatlock94@yahoo.com
Franklin Co., PD & Sheriff
JEREMY WALLACE 614-557-1312 (C) jeremy.wallace2006@gmail.com
Marion FD & PD
MICHAEL M. RADCLIFF 740-225-2120 (W)
Northwestern FD LEE PARKER 440-829-0497 (C) parker.pfia@gmail.com
Toledo FD RYAN GRANT 419-340-7166 (C) rgrant.pfia@gmail.com
Youngstown FD SHAWN MURRAY 330-518-2966 (C) mur511.sm@gmail.com
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City FD
RICHARD REX 405-812-2117 (C) rexpfia856@gmail.com
Tulsa FD
JIMMY OBER 918-260-6887 (C) joberfire@gmail.com
Tulsa PD
DENNIS SMITH 918-282-7523 (C) popodad71@yahoo.com
Pennsylvania
Allegheny Co. Sheriff MARIA WATTS 412-779-5729 (C) banditt153@gmail.com
Chester FD & PD
THOMAS THORNTON 267-275-5932 (C) tthornton2493@gmail.com
Delaware Co., FD & PD MARTIN KELLY 610-299-3656 (C) marty1297@aol.com
Erie FD TIM ROMANSKI 814-572-2323 (C) trdunn24@yahoo.com
Johnstown FD
ROBERT J. OPETT 814-659-9313 (C) opett24@ymail.comre
McKeesport FD & PD JEFFREY D. TOMOVCSIK 412-523-3903 (C) 412-675-5050 Ext.640 (W) jtomo170@comcast.net
Penn. Law Enforcement
JONATHON RUSH
412-952-5615 (C) jrush21488@hotmail.com
Philadelphia FD
WILLIAM HAFTEK
201-341-9677 (C) wphaftek@gmail.com
Pittsburgh FD
DONALD DORSEY 412-680-9351 (H)
Pittsburgh FD
JOHN MCPAUL
412-224-0939 (C) johnmcpaul24@gmail.com
Pittsburgh PD
CARL R. MOROSETTI, JR. 412-600-2806 (C) crm3393@gmail.com
Scranton FD & PD & Waymart Corrections ANDY POLANSKY 570-961-9024 (H) 570-878-1248 (C) andy.polansky@verizon.net
Western Penn. Corrections
STEPHEN BOWSER 814-505-5818 (C stephenbowser079@gmail.com
Rhode Island
Johnston Corrections
VINCENT ORTEZ 401-263 -9714 (C)
compaq102082@gmail.com
Johnston PD
SETH D. CROSBY 401-641-1575 (C) scros788@gmail.com
Johnston PD
DAVID GALLIGAN 401-419-7967 (C) davegalligan@yahoo.com
Pawtucket FD & East Providence FD
RAYMOND J. MASSE 401-639-0164 (H) pfia1261@gmail.com
Providence FD
ANTHONY LANCELLOTTI 401-569-3551 (C) 401-946-6939 (H) alance6055@gmail.com
Providence PD
RALPH ABENANTE IV 401-225-6530 (C) rabenante4@yahoo.com
South Carolina
North Charleston PD MICHAEL FIGUEROA 973-477-0749 (C) mfigpfia@gmail.com
North Myrtle Beach FD & PD
RICHARD BUDDELMEYER
843-249-5334 (C) rickbuddelmeyer@yahoo.com
Tennessee
Nashville FD
ADDIS KENDALL
615-533-8685 (C) rakendall13@gmail.com
Nashville FD NICK HOOD
615-624-2246 (C) nick.hood.pfia@gmail.com
Nashville FD WILLIAM MERRILL
615-456-2835 (C) 615-862-5313 (B) pmerrill.pfia@gmail.com
Texas
Amarillo FD, PD, & Corrections JOE C. PONDER
806-584-0953 (C) joeponder2012@yahoo.com
Beaumont PD JARROD MIRELES 409-284-5220 (C) neilmireles@gmail.com
Bee County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections RICHARD L. WEBB 361-319-3758 (C) urout_78102@yahoo.com
Brazoria County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections PATRICK WARE 936-581-3309 (H) txpware@outlook.com
Denton County Sheriff LES WOODS 817-675-6151 (C) lwpfia@yahoo.com
Gatesville PD & Corrections STEPHEN FAULKENBERY 806-781-4296 (C) stephenfaulkenbery@gmail.com
Harris County PD, Sheriff & Corrections MARTY KUEHN 281-935-4610 (C) mk0160@yahoo.com
Harrison County Police & Fire FLOYD DUNCAN 903-930-9721 (C) 903-777-3694 (H) dleader59@protonmail.com
Johnson Co., Sheriff AARON PITTS 214-738-7616 (C) acpitts.pfia@gmail.com
Kileen FD CODY NEWMAN 254-981-6110 (C) codynewman1978@protonmail.com
Lewisville FD JACK CRINER 972-741-3126 (C) firehousejack@gmail.com
McAllen FD ERIC RAMIREZ
956-607-7549 (C) esmr412@gmail.com
McAllen PD
ROLANDO CASTILLO
956-655-8476 (H) r.c.21@hotmail.com
Montgomery County PD, Sheriff & Corrections
THOMAS M. PIERCE
936-355-0490 (C) toetee@aol.com
Orange FD & PD
HUNTER ISBELL 409-433-0516 (C) hunterisbell10@gmail.com
Pasadena PD
GEORGIA COOK 281-831-6760 (C) gcookpfia@yahoo.com
Pasadena FD & PD
MICHAEL PALITZ
808-218-1623 (C) mikepalitz@hotmail.com
Port Arthor FD &PD
TARAH MIRELES
409709-3633 (H) tarahm55@yahoo.com
Port Arthur FD
LARRY PELAEZ
409-221-7395 (C) jpelaez@gmail.com
San Antonio FD
JOE VALADEZ
210-654-3333 (H) 210-884-7651 (F) valadezjp@aol.com
San Antonio FD
RUBEN CEVALLOS 210-861-4578 (C) ruben.cevallos@gmail.com
San Antonio FD
JOHN MOORE III 210-379-8229 (C) jrmoore3@att.net
Smith County Sheriff WANDA HUNTER
903-710-2769 (H) 903-511-6819 (C)
Tarrant County Sheriff
STEFAN HODNETT 817-343-3300 (C) smhodnett@aol.com
Walker County FD, PD, Sheriff & Corrections
TARA M. BURNETT 936-668-9193 (C) burnett.t2013@yahoo.com
Webb County Sheriff JOEY MEDELLIN 956-962-8630 (C) jmedellin.pfia@gmail.com
Webb County Sheriff JUAN ARTURO VELA 956-771-2927 (C) velaarturo1999@gmail.com
Virginia
Alexandria FD ANTHONY SMALL 301-785-9461 (C) asmallpfia@gmail.com
Henrico County PD JIM LIVINGSTONE 804-338-9791 (C) jlivings1@gmail.com
Loudoun County FD, PD, Sheriff, & Corrections MICHAEL COX 571-528-3400 (C) pfia.va226@gmail.com
Norfolk FD DAVE CHERESKIN 757-621-1111 (C) dchereskin77@gmail.com
Page County FD, PD, Sheriff, & Corrections MICHAEL WAGONER 540-860-2382 (C) kc8jpk03@gmail.com
Portsmouth FD KURT DETRICK 571-233-6901 (C) kurtdetrick@gmail.com
Portsmouth FD ANTHONY MALATESTA 757-407-3729 (C) ptownl1@yahoo.com
Prince William Co., FD MEAGAN DONELAN 571-334-0851 (C) mego12@gmail.com
Prince William Co., FD ADAM MOWRY 703-303-3883 (C) amowry739@gmail.com
Prince William Co., PD MARCIA WHALEY 571-259-7034 (C) pwpfia@gmail.com
Washington, D. C.
Washington, D.C. PD MIGUEL MIRANDA 202-439-2292 (C) miguel.miranda@verizon.net Washington, D.C. Fire JUSTIN LENYK 201-874-9116 (C) jlenyk.pfia@gmail.com
West Virginia
Huntington FD & PD RANDY D. ELLIS 740-886-5388 (H) 304-633-4975 (C)
Huntington FD & PD DAVID REDMAN 606-465-9344 (C) fdredman@yahoo.com
Wyoming
Laramie City FD, PD & Sheriff B. JOHN FITZGERALD 307-775-9610 (H) jcatfitz@msn.com
Laramie Co., FD, PD, & Sheriff RICHARD CZAIKOWSKI 713-289-4294 (C) richardczaikowski@gmail.com
HERE’S THE FUN
Food
& Humor
Ingredients
• 2¾ cups of dark brown sugar, packed (divided into 2 cups and ¾ cup)
• 1 cup of dark corn syrup
• 1¼ cup of salted butter, (divided into ½ cup and ¾ cup) melted, and cooled
Directions
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract
• 4 cups of pecan halves (divided into 3 cups and 1 cup)
• 1 box of white cake mix
• 1 cup of hot water
• Caramel topping, optional
STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously spray a 9×13 (or 13×9) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
STEP TWO: Add two cups of dark brown sugar, dark corn syrup, ½ cup of melted butter, eggs, and vanilla to a mediumsized mixing bowl (2-3 quarts). Whisk to combine, with love and nostalgia!
STEP THREE: Stir in the three cups of pecan halves. Evenly spread the pecan mixture into the sprayed baking dish.
STEP FOUR: Sprinkle the dry cake mix over the pecan filling.
STEP FIVE: Drizzle the remaining ¾ cup of melted butter over the dry cake mix.
STEP SIX: Sprinkle the remaining ¾ cup dark brown sugar over the butter layer.
STEP SEVEN: Pour the hot water over the top of the cake mix and butter. Do not mix. You can carefully tilt the cake pan to distribute the water over the cake mix.
STEP EIGHT: Sprinkle the remaining one cup pecan halves over the cake and water layer.
STEP NINE: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Because all ovens bake differently, check on the cake at the 30-minute mark. Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.
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