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Honoring a Legacy of Dedication, Leadership, and Loyalty

George H. Kane Memorial Award Recipients

The George H. Kane Memorial Award stands as one of the highest honors presented by the Howard Volunteer Fire Company. Established in memory of George H. Kane (1920–1986), a 45-year active member whose unwavering dedication, leadership, and loyalty left a lasting impact on our department, this award recognizes members who exemplify those same values in their service. Each recipient embodies the principles George lived by — selfless commitment, quiet strength, and a relentless drive to support the company and community. Below, we honor those who have carried his legacy forward.

1986

Rodger Yorks

1987

Robert L. DeArment Sr.

1988

Bobby DeArment Jr

1988

John K. “Butch” Yearick

1989

Kurt Holt

1990

Dave Brownson

1991

GT Thompson

1992

Jerry McCloskey

1993

Connie A. Holt

1995

Kerry “Nordie” Shay

1996

Ken Neff

2007

​Jeff Weight

2007

William H. Holt

2007

Earl G. Thompson

2008

Thomas M. Kotzur

2008

Kline R. “Skip” Wolf

2008

Robert L. Yearick

2009

Kimberly S. “Kim” Kunes

2009

Tom Long

2009

Tammy S. Coakley

2015

George Demchak

2015

Collin Alterio

2018

Zach Brownson

2020

Mark Ott

2022

Josh Collins