Clay Fire Honor Guard was established in 2016 and currently has 13 members on the team. The Honor Guard acts as a symbol of what it means to be a Firefighter, and stands for: Honor, Duty, and Respect. They hold great pride in being a part of this team, and spend many hours throughout the year practicing to stay sharp with the commands, and in close timing with each other’s movements.
The functions performed by the Clay Fire Honor Guard include:
- Presenting our Nations Colors at ceremonies, events, parades, funerals, promotions, and competitions.
- Casket Watch with changing of the Guard.
- Folding of the Flag.
- Marching in parades and ceremonies.
- Assisting with coordination of funeral arrangements, swearing in and promotional ceremonies.
To request the Honor Guard at a local event, please contact Honor Guard Commander Eng Troy Grabowski 574-272-2144
Current Members:
- Eng Troy Grabowski
- Eng Kevin Reppert
- Lt Nick Miner
- Eng Brian Hester
- Capt Doug Richards
- Eng Chad Steveken
- Eng Dino Poua
- Eng Ryan Feeheley
- Asst Chief Keith Kwieran
- Eng Rich Walag
- Div Chief James Hummell, retired
- Eng Tony Nichols
- Eng Lee Fraim, Bag Pipes
