Photo courtesy State Representative Steve Xiarhos
CENTERVILLE — The COMM Fire District celebrated its 100th anniversary this week with a special ceremony honoring new firefighters, promotions, years of service, retirements and individuals recognized for their lifesaving efforts and contributions to the community.
The ceremony at COMM Fire District headquarters recognized the men and women who serve Centerville, Osterville, Marstons Mills and surrounding communities, highlighting a century of dedication to public safety.
Fire Chief Patrick Hill and members of the department welcomed firefighters, family members, friends and community representatives for the celebration.
Photo courtesy State Representative Steve Xiarhos
New Firefighters And Promotions
Six new firefighters were recognized during the ceremony, including five firefighter/paramedics and one firefighter/EMT.
Those welcomed to the department were Chris Taylor, Jay Frisbee, Jacob Tura, Samuel Smith, Brian Judge and Kamron Sassone.
The department also recognized four personnel promotions:
- Ryan Scott was promoted to captain.
- Charles “Gus” Riley was promoted to lieutenant.
- Christopher Koretski was promoted to lieutenant.
- Thomas DeGraan was named fire prevention officer.
Recognizing Years Of Service And Retirements
Two longtime members of the department were honored for their years of service.
Lieutenant Daniel Osgood was recognized for 35 years of service, while Captain Matthew Malone was honored for 20 years.
The ceremony also marked the retirements of Captain Thomas Goodearl, Fire Prevention Officer Shawn Lehane and Lieutenant Zach Hunter.
Lifesaving And Community Awards
Firefighter/Paramedic John English received a lifesaving award in recognition of his efforts.
Brian Knell and Brandon Servidori received community recognition awards for their contributions, while Cyndy Cotton of the Osterville Village Library was presented with the Community Partnership Award.
The ceremony also highlighted the important role families play in supporting firefighters throughout their careers.
Family members and friends participated in pinning their loved ones during the event, creating an emotional moment that recognized the sacrifices made not only by first responders but also by those who support them at home.
Honoring A Century Of Service
The celebration marked 100 years of service by the COMM Fire District, which provides fire and emergency medical services to communities in the Town of Barnstable.
State Representative Kip Diggs also attended the ceremony alongside fellow public officials and department members.
In a social media post reflecting on the event, one attendee praised Chief Hill and the department for their leadership and dedication to protecting Barnstable County residents.
The post also recalled the department’s response to two tragic incidents involving Yarmouth police officers: the 2018 shooting death of Yarmouth Police Sgt. Sean Gannon and the later death of Yarmouth Police Officer Brad Erickson.
COMM firefighters were among the first responders who worked to help Gannon following the shooting, and the department also responded during the loss of Erickson.
(Photos and information courtesy State Representative Steve Xiarhos)
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