Final installment of photos from Dave Weaver on Engine 77’s last day:
- Final words before going out of service
- Officially putting the company out of service
- A last look at the house
- City crew boarding up the glass
- Cameo appearance of the photographer
Dave Weaver photo
Dave Weaver photo
Dave Weaver photo
Dave Weaver photo
photographer unknown
#1 by Mike Heidenreich on June 20, 2014 - 12:48 PM
My father Don Heidenreich was a firefighter at this station. It was his last station as he was injured in the rioting in 1968. His injuries were severe enough to retire him from the department. I did not know that they had closed this house down. He always spoke highly and fondly of his time there, injuries not withstanding, He always said he worked with the best firemen in the city and they had the best captain.
#2 by Denise Matkovich on January 22, 2014 - 9:01 PM
My father was a Lt. at this Fire station. His name was Lt Richard Matkovich. He retire about 20 -25 years ago. I have some great picture of him and other fireman at this station. My father had a major stroke and his time is coming very soon. I have his Fireman coat and helmet and wanted to stop by the station as a stroll down memory lane for him. He loved his job. I see now that that station no longer exist. I will keep his memories in my heart and wish all the firefighters safety and good health, My name is Denise Schlief (matkovich) daughter.
#3 by Grumpy grizzly on September 20, 2012 - 4:47 PM
Why was E-77 taken out of service, busy west side company, especially with most engine companies runs are medical.
#4 by Mike McAuliffe on September 19, 2012 - 3:02 PM
Is that 14th Battalion Chief Jerry McKee in the first photo?