| On Monday night, August 3rd, John Daniel Rill was honored for his length of service to the Arcadia Volunteer Fire Company. John, the first of three generations of Rill's to serve at Arcadia, has been a member for approximately 68 years. In his tenure with the Company, John has served in multiple positions, including President of the Company, Chairman of the Bingo Committee and the Annual Carnival. Although the Bingo and Carnival are no longer hosted at Arcadia, the legacy of these events which John was so dedicated to, lives on as stories and memories of so many members of the Company, and of the community. In addition to his service to the Fire Company, John is also a Veteran of WWII.
John has been awarded the Multi-Generational Award by the Maryland State Fireman's Association. Additionally, the Baltimore County Council's Office issued John an Executive Citation of appreciation. The Arcadia Volunteer Fire Company, also awarded John with a Trophy honoring his years of service and dedication.
Several of John's family members were in attendance to see him receive his awards. |
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