There are times when our membership is asked why is it essential for fire fighters to respond quickly and why do we need three fire stations in the City. This video should help answer those questions:
It is with deep regret and saddness that I have to report the passing of Retired Fire Chief Robert Henger, Please join with me in remembering Bob in your thoughts and prayers. Art
Robert E. Henger
HENGER – Robert E., 92, Geistown, passed away April 21, 2008, at Arbutus Park Manor. Born Jan. 27, 1916, in Johnstown, son of Reinhart and Agnes Vita Mae (Hagins) Henger. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jerome, Charles, Paul, John Glenn and twin brother, James; and sisters, Agnes, Eva and Elizabeth. Survived by his wife, the former Martha Crelli; children, Gary, and wife, Joann, Sturgeon Bay, Wis.; Bob, and wife, Jan, Birmingham, Ala.; Sandra McNamara, Bradford, Pa; foster daughter, Cynthia Chase, Houston, Texas; nine grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. Mr. Henger graduated from Johnstown High School in 1935 and married his wife, Martha, in 1939. He retired Jan. 4, 1980, as fire chief from the City of Johnstown after 37 years of service. Retired member of the Johnstown firefighters IHFF Local 463. Elected president of the newly formed Johnstown Chapter of retired Pennsylvania State Firefighters Association on Dec. 2, 1988. Later served as vice president of Pennsylvania Retired Firefighters Association in western district. Member of VFW Post 155; 3rd Degree member of Knights of Columbus, Johnstown, Pa.; member and usher of the former St. Joseph’s Catholic Church; served four years as a volunteer cook at St. Vincent DePaul’s Soup Kitchen in downtown Johnstown. At Robert’s request, there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family is being served by the Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland. Memorial contributions and condolences may be directed to Arbutus Park Manor, 207 Ottawa St., Johnstown, Pa. 15904, in memory of Robert.
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On: Apr 03, 2008 (01:14:15)
It is with deep saddness and extreme regret that we report the death of Robert (Bob) Zeigler, Financial Secretary Emeritus of the PPFFA and retired member of Bradford Local 655. Brother Zeigler passed away today (April 3, 2008) Members of the Bradford Local responded to Brother Zeigler's residence but attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. Viewing for Brother Zeigler will be Monday, April 7th, 2008 at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Home, 372 East Main Street, Bradford, PA, form 3pm to 5pm and 7pm to 9pm. A prayer vigil will be conducted at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 8th at 9:30am. A mass of Christain Burial will be held at St. Bernard's Church at 10am with interment at St. Bernard's Cemetary. Please join all of us in keeping Brother Zeigler and his family in your thoughts and prayers.