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St. Joseph County Council honors longtime Clay Fire Marshal David Cherone
Summary
The St. Joseph County Council unanimously adopted a resolution honoring Clay Fire Marshal David Cherone' recognizing 52 years of service, his contributions to fire education and emergency medical response, and legacy with the Clay Fire community.
The St. Joseph County Council adopted a resolution on Oct. 14 honoring the late Clay Fire Marshal David Cherone for 52 years of service to Clay Township and the surrounding communities.
Councilwoman Drake presented the resolution (bill 83-25), highlighting Cherone's long volunteer and professional career, his work as Clay Fire's first EMT, his public education programs for children, and his completion of a bachelor's degree in fire and emergency management after retirement. Family members, including his wife Izzy and their children, were in the chamber for the reading and a family photo.
"Dave had a special way of taking you under his wing ... He was a consummate professional in what he did," Councilman Catanzarite told the council during remarks recognizing Cherone's mentorship and statewide reputation. Catanzarite also referenced Cherone's advocacy for carbon monoxide alarms in buildings and earlier council efforts to press the state legislature on that issue.
No members of the public spoke in opposition during the public hearing. The council voted 9-0 to adopt the resolution. Members invited the family forward for photos after the vote.
Ending The council's unanimous adoption of the resolution recognized Cherone's decades-long service to Clay Fire and the Clay Township community. The resolution remains part of the council's public record.
