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Dedication Guides Epworth Fire Chief Dan McDermott
Epworth Fire Department leader Dan McDermott has led the small Iowa unit since 1947, growing from 15 to 31 volunteers and expanding equipment. He emphasizes dedication, fund raises for ambulances, and innovative brush trucks built with partner James Simon, while noting key fires and training that built a modern, well equipped department serving 1,400 residents west of Dubuque.
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Dan McDermott
Dan
Joe
Epworth Department
Betty
Dubuque
Fire Department
Welsh Fire Equipment Co
Marion
Wis
James Simon
Farley
St. Paul’s Mission House
Divine Word College
Paul Mausser