RBVFC Annual Awards Dinner

The Rehoboth Beach VolunteerFire Company (RBVFC) held their annual members awards banquet on April 1, 2023, at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center. Apacked house of 200 enjoyed a great meal by Bethany Blue’s along with socializing with theirfellow brotherand sisterfirefighters. Several guests were recognized f or the support of the RBVFC, to include honorary helmet presentations to Steve Montgomery and Sanford Hazzard forall of their support. MemberSam Cooperwas recognized forhis 50 years of service along with receiving tributes from State SenatorRuss Huxtable, SpeakerPete Schwartzkopf and Councilman Mark Schaffer. Ladies Auxiliary MemberDebbie Marsch was given her

20 YearService Award with the Auxiliary giving a $15,000 check to the New Aerial TowerFund. Ducks Unlimited presented a check for over$50,000 forthe Gun Bash Fundraiserthat was held in early March. Many members were recognized with presentations including the Chief’s Award to AC Gordon Boslet, and Presidents Awards to Karl Hornberger, Jeremiah Burton, Cole Fluharty and Wyatt Simpler. Past-President Danny Mitchell was remembered with recognition to Danny’s motherShirley and niece and nephew, Katy Millerand Don Mitchell. The evening wrapped up with a slide program looking back at 2022.

- Submitted by Chuck Snyder