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Earle E. Williams
Earle Williams was an active member of the Eagle Hose for 74
years. There was a time when Earle was believed to be the oldest active member,
with continuous longevity, of any department in the State of Connecticut, and
quite possibly the Nation. At the time of his death, Earle was still serving as
an active member of the fire police for the Ansonia Fire Department. Earle
was presented with numerous proclamations from the White House, as well as many
local and state level politicians, for his years of dedicated service to the
City of Ansonia and her citizens. In addition to his fire service, Earle also
served on several of the City committees: including planning and zoning, and
inlands-wetlands. Earle's legacy continues to be and inspiration to all of us,
and he is still spoken of with admiration to this day. We will remember his
candor and spirit always.
The Family and Friends of Earle created the Earle E. Williams
Eagle Hose Co #6 Scholarship Fund, and it is administered by the Eagle Hose. The
scholarship is an annual award of $250 and it is given to the member of the
Ansonia Junior Fire Corps who graduates with a 'B' average, has contributed the
most to the fire service, and intends to pursue a degree in Fire Science. In the
event that there is no member of the Junior Corps eligible, then it will be
awarded to the Graduating Junior Member of ARMS meeting this same criteria.
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