Shepherds Fire-Rescue honors members at annual awards dinner (Photos)

Posted on by Mike Fuhrman

BY KEVIN IMM

Shepherds Fire-Rescue held its annual awards dinner on Saturday, January 6, at Fire Station 1 on Charlotte Highway.

Several men and women were honored for their outstanding contributions to the department and the community during 2023.

Three members — Matt Kraszewski, Dylan Thompson and Carmen DeAndrea Jr. — received a Lifesaving Award for their efforts when responding to a medical call that turned into a cardiac arrest. The crew performed CPR and revived the victim, who was able to go home the next day.

The Fire Fighter of the Year Award was presented to Evelyn Lopez for her dedication to the department and community.

Captains Awards were given to Fire Fighters Terence Schild, Connor Ryken and Timothy Carroll for their commitment to the department and community.

Employee of the Year Award was presented to Engineer Tayler Thompson (who was not present).

Officer of the Year was given to Chief Kelly Robinson for his relentless and unselfish commitment to the department and to his community.

The Shepherds Volunteer Fire Department is always looking for men and women who want to help serve their community. 

Photos

Life Saving Award
Pictured (from left) are Deputy Chief Ryan Stutts, Assistant Chief Rick Dunn, FF Matt Kraszewski, FF Dylan Thompson, FF Carmen DeAndrea Jr., Chief Kelly Robinson, and Captains Bill Rosko, Ryan DeAndrea and Jared Dipierro.
Captains Awards
Pictured (from left) are Captains Bill Rosko, Jared Dipierro, and Ryan DeAndrea, Assistant Chief Rick Dunn, FF Terrence Schild, FF Connor Ryken, Deputy Chief Ryan Stutts and Chief Kelly Robinson.
Firefighter of the Year – Evelyn Lopez
Pictured (from left) are Captains Bill Rosko, Jared Dipierro, and Carmen DeAndrea Jr., Assistant Chief Rick Dunn, FF Evelyn Lopez, Deputy Chief Ryan Stutts and Chief Kelly Robinson. 
Officer of the Year – Chief Kelly Robinson
Pictured (from left) are Captains Jared Dipierro and Carmen DeAndrea Jr., Assistant Chief Rick Dunn, Captain Bill Rosko, Chief Kelly Robinson and Deputy Chief Ryan Stutts.
Captains Award – Firefighter Timothy Carroll
Pictured (from left) are Captains Bill Rosko, Jared Dipierro, and Carmen DeAndrea Jr., Assistant Chief Rick Dunn, FF Timothy Carroll, Deputy Chief Ryan Stutts and Chief Kelly Robinson.