Columbus Fire 2 House, unofficial

It is with extreme sadness that we learn of the passing of our great friend Don Zender. Don has been a huge part of the Columbus Fire Hockey family and he has touched thousands of lives. Through his foundation, Hockey Helping Heroes, Don has organized numerous large scale events that have directly supported first responders and their families all over the state of Ohio. He was never a fan of the spotlight, usually working behind the scenes to make sure these events went great, and they always did. You are already so sorely missed by all of us here and everyone else in the Police and Fire hockey family. Thank you for everything you’ve done for us and everyone else.

** CFD RETIREMENT NOTICE **

It’s that time of the year, Patriot Shoot!!! See below for info

FF Rusty Ambrose (CFD ret.) 2 House Alum was detailed to 5 Unit on June 10.

June 16th, 1948 - June 10th, 2024
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Chester (Rusty) Ambrose who left us on June 10, 2024. Rusty was a devoted husband and father. He was born on June 16, 1948 in Columbus, Ohio to Chester and Mary “Virginia” Ambrose. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War (1967-69). After his military service, Rusty continued serving his community as a Firefighter/Paramedic in the Columbus Fire Department for thirty years. He enjoyed playing softball during his firefighter years and then playing golf after he retired and moved to Florida. He is survived by his spouse Shirley, his children Brennon, Tamila, and Michelle (Joe), his grandchildren Megan, Courtney (Jordan), Collin, Katherine and Sarah, his great grandchildren Briella, Calia, Solana and Alliana, and his sisters April and Melody (Matt).
A military service will be held on July 11, 2024 at 12:30 pm at Sarasota National Cemetery. Donations to Tidewell Hospice in honor of Rusty’s memory are welcome.

If you knew Jim (Retired CFD Res2cue) you get it. If you didn’t, ask someone that did, they’ll tell you. Either way, get a shirt and support the EOD Warrior Foundation.

Jim Andrews Fundraising Shirt In October 2023 we lost an amazing friend, mentor and supporter, both personally and professionally. Jim Andrews was someone I met about 10 years ago and from the beginning, he was someone I admired and looked up to. He was also a tremendous supporter of ours when we first started Crab Zone as well....

** CFD Retirement Notice **

A month after saving his parents and nearly losing his life, former UFC fighter promotes fire safety Mark Coleman rescued his parents from their burning house near Toledo in March. He's now advocating for how important fire alarms can be.

Columbus firefighters union files grievance arguing over jurisdiction for new housing development Construction crews are working rapidly on what will be an additional 800 homes and separate apartment buildings on the west side of Columbus.

** CFD ANNOUNCEMENT **

And so it begins ☘️

2 House has their challenge coins back in stock ($10 per)! Stop by on 2 unit to pick one up.

Sorry we are unable to mail out coins at this time.

Chad is one Hell of a fireman, medic, officer and human!

Retired Columbus fire captain gives up fighting fires to fight cancer According to the International Association of Fire Fighters, 72% of their member line-of-duty deaths were due to occupational cancer.

Congratulations on the promotion Boss!