SAR Recognizes Local Public Service Officers

SAR Recognizes Local Public Service Officers

At the November 16, 2011 Towns County Commissioner’s meeting, the Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution presented two public service medals and certificates.

The Fire Safety Medal & Certificate was presented to Firefighter Jonathan Wilson for his outstanding commitment and devotion to the field of fire safety and his work in the Towns County school system in grades K through 4. Using a combination of lecture, handouts, demonstrations, and hands on participation, he instructs the students on important fire safety tips, the use of the 911 emergency telephone system and how to escape from a burning home. In the words of Towns County Fire Chief Mitchel Floyd, “Firefighter Wilson reaches over 500 children each year with his programs, and have produced positive and lasting results. In at least one case in our county, a child executed what she had been taught by Firefighter Wilson and aided her family in successfully escaping a fire in her home. Her actions, and the skills taught by Firefighter Wilson, no doubt averted a potential disaster.”

The Emergency Medical Services Commendation Award was presented to EMT James R. Shirley 2nd .  In the words of EMS Director Rickey Mathis, “EMT Shirley was selected encase his attitude and willingness to do whatever it takes to make our service the best. Jim is always willing to work any time he is needed. He is dependable, honest and exhibits Christian Values. He cares for his patients as if they were his own family.” Both awards were presented by Terry E. Legg, President of the Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter.

The award winning Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter, Sons of the American revolution meets on the third Tuesday of January, February, March, may, September & November at The Brother’s Restaurant in Young Harris at 6 p.m. Men and boys who are interested in documenting their relationship to their American revolutionary ancestors and in joining an active group with similar interest, are encouraged to contact the Chapter Secretary David R. Cook at 706-745-2506.

Cutline: Mitchel Floyd, Jonathan Wilson, Terry Legg, Jim Shirley & Rickey Mathis.