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Chief Welsh Retires

12/9/2018

Battalion Chief Henry Welsh
retired on December 7 after 33 years of service to the DCFD.
Chief Welsh is a founding member of the Band and as Pipe Major was the driving force in organizing the Band, getting guys to practice, and sounding good.
Congratulations on your retirement Henry!!
See you at practice.

Rest in Peace Jimmy Seavey Sr.

9/4/2018

The Band is saddened today by the passing of one of our own.
Retired Captain James Seavey Sr. passed away this morning at his home after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer. “Jimmy”, as we all called him was the Band’s first appointed Honor Guard Sergeant. Jimmy took on the task of maintaining our flags and equipment needed for the honor guard. Our honor guard plays a very important role to the band as it represents our band motto, “Onóir, Meòraich, Beatha, Greadhan” which is Irish Gaelic for "Honor, Remember, Represent, Celebrate". Jimmy was with the band as it formed back in 2002, lending any kind of support needed. He helped arrange places to practice and whatever behind the scene task needed to be done during an event. Like everything Jimmy had his hands on, he was ALL-IN. Captain Seavey was a legend on the job as well. He mentored everyone who came across his eyes with such a genuine attention to detail. He spent his off days contributing countless hours to Cabin John Park VFD, Maryland State Fireman’s Assoc, Montgomery Co. Fire, International Fire Chiefs, the list just goes on. We could never sum up how much Jimmy Seavey will be missed in a single post. He touched thousands of lives and we are grateful for his friendship and dedication to the band.

Rest Easy Captain James Seavey Sr.
We've got the watch.

Rest In Peace Steve Acton

8/1/2018

The Band is saddened by the passing of active Lt. Stephen Acton.
Steve was active in the Emerald Society as a Life Member. He has also served in the Band as a member of the Honor Guard. Steve, you will be missed.

Capitals Parade

6/28/2018

Here are some pictures of The Band marching in the Capitals Championship Parade. Thanks again to the Capitals and their owner Ted Leonsis.
We had a great time!

CONGRATS CAPS!!!

6/11/2018

Congratulations to the Stanley Cup Champion Washington Capitals!
Thanks for making us part of the celebration. Pipe Major Jim Mazzara also got a little personal time with The Cup! See everyone out on the parade route!

Rest In Peace Bob Marshall

4/22/2018

Active Firefighter Robert "Bob" Marshall passed away April 21st after a tragic traffic accident. Bob was assigned to Engine Company 29 and served the
District for almost 20 years. Please keep his family, friends, and co-workers in your thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Bob.

Delray Beach, FL

4/3/2018

The Band made the trip down to sunny Florida for the
50th Annual Delray Beach St. Patrick's Day Parade for the third time.
As usual, we had a blast. Before the parade we had the honor of playing for the Esposito Family, who lost both their son and nephew on 9/11.
The Band would like to give a very special thanks to
Metro-Dade Firefighters Local 1403 and also to
John Fischer, the organizer of this great parade!

D.C. Parade

4/3/2018

The Band made their 16th trip down Constitution Avenue in the 48th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade of Washington, D.C. The weather was great and so was the Emerald Society after-party. Congratulations to Henry Sullivan & Cody Lockwood on their first parade with the Band!

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