Johnny Pardoe has been a member of SVRSFD since 1974. Johnny is a lifetime member and a past president. He has also held every officer position from Sargent to Chief. Johnny is being recognized as the August Lifetime Member of the Month! Johnny has been riding calls and serving the community since he obtained his first certifications in 1975. Once he turned 21, he began driving as well and soon after became involved in the administrative side of our department, as well as representing us at Southern Maryland Assoc. meetings. He has held the office of President for two different terms, totaling 8 years. Johnny has been a member of the SVRSFD for the majority of his life and has provided endless hours of service to the community through all his work within our department. His pride for our department runs as deep as it can, and to say we are thankful for his time and dedication is an understatement!
We asked Johnny about his favorite parts of volunteering and being a member of the SVRSFD, and this is what he said!

“I have met so many wonderful people throughout my 52 years at Solomons. The love I have for being a Volunteer in Solomons is far more than I would have ever imagined. I have dedicated over 80% of my life to one of the best organizations. The Solomons Vol Rescue Squad and Fire Department. I plan on staying here until they carry me away.”

We are fortunate to have such a fantastic man like Johnny as part of our SVRSFD legacy for years to come and to have our members following in his footsteps!