Friday, February 27, 2009

Mr. Poindexter Retires from RFD

Mr. Barry Poindexter, a MLWGS Security Guard, recently retired from a long career of service at the Richmond Fire Department.

How many years have you served as a firefighter?
I served for 33 years. In 1980, I was the “Outstanding Young Firefighter,” and I was on the Hazmat (hazardous materials) team for 14 years.

What station did you operate from?
I was at Station #20, on Forest Hill Ave. and 48th.

Is this how you met Mr. Charles?
We worked at the same station. He [Mr. Charles] was my relief man – I was the one who actually told him about this job. I’ve been here since the school opened.



















Q&A and photo by Karthik Ilakkuvan

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