White Bluff - Rye Hill Volunteer Fire Department

"Most people who volunteer do so because they feel they have something to offer - some talent to share with an individual or community. They aren't looking for anything in return beyond a simple thank you and the satisfaction of knowing they have helped someone. Maybe it's because we often receive the most valuable gifts when we aren't expecting them, that volunteering rewards people so richly." - Beth Dotson

We tend to discover that there is no better way than volunteering to experience the strength of God's love for us.

"Your gift will return to you in full and overflowing measure, pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, and running over. Whatever measure you use to give - large or small - will be used to measure what is given back to you." - Taken from (Luke 6:36-38)

May God Bless You and Keep You in His Heart!

	Brandon Lee Newberry (Firefighter) Died at age 22 on July 1st, 2007, while off duty. Brandon, son of Firefighter Kendall Newberry, had been around the White Bluff-Rye Hill Fire Department for most of his life.  He became an Explorer at age 16 and an official member of the department at age 18.  Brandon was a welcome addition to the department and was a great friend to us all.  Along with being an active firefighter, he could always be seen as one of Santa's Elves during the annual Santa Claus run.  So, even though Brandon is gone from this world... everytime the pager rings out, we will take him with us in our hearts.
	George Moschner (Captain) Died at age 70 in March 1996 while off duty George was a friend and fellow firefighter, who dedicated a part of his life to helping his community. George was among the founding fathers of the White Bluff - Rye Hill Volunteer Fire Department and watched it grow from zero trucks to where it is today, housing 5 apparatus in two stations. A flag pole and memorial is located at Station "B" honoring our beloved friend and firefighter. Your memories remain with us forever.
	Jelly Franklin (Firefighter) Died in December 2003 while off duty With 27 years of service to our community, Jelly Franklin was loyal to the end.  He was one of the founding members of our department and was an active participant at most of our events and even a few recent fires.  His dedication to the department and its members will be remembered with pride among those who knew him best, and for those of us who only knew him briefly he has left a lasting impression that will not be forgotten.
	For all of New York's Bravest who have Fallen September 11, 2001 - Lost in the Line of Duty On the worst day in New York and American History 343 of New York's Bravest and Many of New York's Finest lost their lives in the collapse of the World Trade Center.  When the call came in for box 8087 (The FDNY Box Number for WTC Tower 1) no one could have ever thought of the events to come...  We will always stand proud knowing their sacrifice was the ultimate and it will never be forgotten.   343 at 8087 - Never Forget! Let it be known that those who run in while others run out... will always be spoken of, as the true definition of "Hero"