Ocala (FL) Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Announces Retirement

Ocala (FL) Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Announces Retirement

After more than thirty one years of dedicated service to the city of Ocala, Assistant Fire Chief Brian Stoothoff plans to retire at the end of May. He was hired as a firefighter/emergency medical technician in November 1982 and became a paramedic in 1985. Over the years Stoothoff was promoted through all ranks. Additionally in recent years Assistant Chief Stoothoff also served as the department’s public information officer and public education specialist. In total, Stoothoff served twenty four years on the line and more than seven years in fire administration.

“I am honored to have served our citizens and I will miss my co-workers. I have had an exceptional career and look forward to beginning the next chapter of my life,” states Brian.

The last day at work for Assistant Chief Stoothoff will be on May 30, 2014.

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