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LFPD Continued from page 13 THE WRITER’S CORNER
Member Profile REMEMBERING MARGE
Ann Chellman...
Did you know that years ago the
ladies who created the smocking
and fluffy puffs of velvet or satin
that lined coffins were known as “interior decorators”? My sis-
ter-in-law Marge told me that, and then she let out her signature
snort, half cackle and half cough. “Interior decorators! Imag-
ine!” she chortled.
The sad day arrived when Marge was laid in her casket, sur-
rounded by fluffy puffs and ruffles. That was on the first night
I visited to pay my respects. On the second night, the “inte-
rior decoration” was papered over with a colorful collection of
good-bye drawings, laboriously crayoned by her beloved great-
grandchildren. She would have loved it!
As I looked down at her beautiful face, tears rushed to my eyes.
NAME: FF/Paramedic Joe Sanders Suddenly I realized that an unexpected smile was lurking at the
RANK AND TIME SERVED WITH LFPD: Five years with corner of my lips. I was remembering her ninetieth birthday.
LFPD. My first nine months were as a volunteer. Nine months My husband had called her, but she didn’t pick up. Being the
later I was offered a part-time position (three years). I’ve been charming younger brother that he was, he left this message on
full time for a year. her answer machine: “Happy birthday, you old bat.”
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: I was in the Navy for four years
and weapons instructor for the Seabees. I was in the criminal Before hanging up, he sang the birthday song, a little off-key,
justice field for 10 years. but heartfelt.
ORIGINALLY FROM: Spokane, Washington
FAMILY: I’m divorced and a single parent. I have one son who It was several days before she called back. When she did, she
is 2 1⁄2 -years old.
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WHAT I LIKE MOST ABOUT SERVING WITH LFPD: My
Computer Support
co-workers keep me here. I am loyal to my fellow firefighters. Computer Support
WHAT SHOULD OUR COMMUNITY KNOW ABOUT Computer Support
LFPD: LFPD has advanced life support capability, meaning we
provide a paramedic service to our community.
When you need it. Where you need it.
Calls for Service Summary Local, hometown computer support for your home or
office. Larkspur resident with 35 years of computer and
LFPD Call Statistics - January 1 thru April 30, 2018
customer support experience. Fair and honest service.
Fires 9 HARDWARE SUPPORT: System troubleshooting & repair, Upgrade
EMS 28 analysis & recommendations, Laptop, LCD Monitor & Electronic
EMS
28
Alarm Activations 5
Alarm Activations 5 repairs, Network hardware installation & configuration.
30
Other 30 SOFTWARE SUPPORT: ALL versions of MS Windows desktops,
Other
TOTAL
72
TOTAL 72 RedHat Linux operating systems. Virus, Malware & Spyware
removal, User Data Recovery and transfer , System Administration
On behalf of the entire Larkspur Fire Protection District fam- training, Assistance with application software problems.
ily, we thank you for your continued support – and please stay
safe!
Black Bear DigitalBlack Bear Digital
FREE TELEPHONE CONSULTATION!
303.681.9432
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