Our 'Faces of the GVFD' feature looks a little different, since FB removed the notes tab 😒

Nevertheless, these selfless men & women deserve to be recognized for their service & dedication to our local community and beyond. Just think what it would be like if you picked up the phone to dial 911, and these volunteers weren't there to respond?

Today we recognize David Klingler for his many years of service.
Here's a little about him:

Do you have a nickname❓
Everyone in the fire department calls me Klingler.

Family❓
I have been married to my wife Mary Ann for 31 years. I have a daughter, a son-in-law and one granddaughter. I also have a sister Linda.


What is your occupation❓
I am a truck driver for Penske. We deliver medical supplies to the hospitals throughout the state.

How long have you been with the GVFD❓
I join the fire department in 1972.

What made you decide to become a firefighter❓
Bud Mertz Sr. was the person responsible for getting me involved with the fire department. His son Bud and I have known each other since childhood, we started as 420 junior fireman together because his father was a fireman.

What is your role (main duties/position)❓
I am an assistant chief.

What is your favorite part of the job❓
I would have to say helping people and helping our community.

What is the funniest thing that’s happened during a call❓
It was not funny to my wife but we were doing a foam demonstration and I lost my wedding ring.

What is your most embarrassing moment as a firefighter❓
Well....I think there are too many to list.

What is your proudest moment as a firefighter❓
There is not just one moment. But I would have to say my proudest moments are when I am helping people. One moment that comes to mind is one New Year’s Eve in 1990. The Greensburg Water Rescue/Dive Team was called to Armstrong County to help rescue two canoeist who were caught in high water. Between the efforts of George McFarland, Jim Geiger and members of our dive team, after bringing him to shore, we all toke turns preforming CPR on him. He, Carl, is alive to this day because of our efforts. Unfortunately the other one did not survive.

What is one thing you’d like the public to know about you❓
I am also a member of the Greensburg Bloodhound team. and the Swift Water Rescue Team. Also I am the president of the Greensburg Fire Museum. Myself, along with other members of the fire department, have spent a lot of time on the museum.

What is one thing that citizens can do to make your job easier❓
I think doing their part by having smoke detectors in their homes.

THANK YOU KLINGLER FOR ALL YOU DO! 👨🏻‍🚒 ... See more

🚒 Tuesday, May 4 is International Firefighters Day so why not have a firefighters raffle?! BE SURE TO SHARE THIS POST! 🔥

🔥Win it for yourself or maybe a loved one is a firefighter- what an awesome gift this would be!💥

♨️THERE ARE 2 SEPARATE RAFFLES PLEASE READ BELOW⤵️

1️⃣1st raffle will start Tuesday at 8 am!

💥32" Fire Maul Mauler and 30" Pro Bar Halligan from Citizens First Fire Training

100 tips available at $6 each.

💥This reengineered tool, head packed is with features, including 8lbs of power and our patented collar shield system.
💥Purpose-driven like never before! This combo profile handle is rounded through the top and transitions to an octagonal profile through bottom grip area. The best of both handle shapes! Note: Handle length is measured from top of tool head to handle base.
💥The Mauler comes with a red FireWrap® Grip Kit so you can set up your grip how you want it with preferred lacing ring placement and as much or as little grit as you want. Make it yours!🙌🏻
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2️⃣ 2nd raffle will be posted after raffle 1 sells out. It will be 100 tips at $3 each⏬

💥3 foot Lockwood Hook from Leatherhead Tools🙌🏻

The Lockwood Hook was designed to provide superior functionality to the Roof and Outside Vent Firefighter. All of the tool geometry is purposefully designed to optimize performance and efficiency, making for a high-performing fire ground tool.
💥Made in the U.S.A.
💥The broad top edge of the hook provides for superior sounding of roof decking and deliver positive feedback through the shaft.
💥Working angles of the tool head provide extra lift to get materials pulled-up and opened-up quicker and easier.
💥The “throat” of the hook is specifically designed for quick and secure “marrying” to a Halligan to get the firefighter where they are going without any delays or tool fumbles
💥The perfect balance of power-to-weight is struck with slightly thicker walled tubing, making for the perfect weight for positive sounding and window sash-smashing, without adding extra fatigue to the firefighter.
💥The top beveled edge of the tool slices through drywall in long, clean cuts and provides extra leverage to pull lath and plaster.
💥Drop forged tool steel for superior strength and durability (no casting here) and always 100% made in the USA. ... See more

Here are your numbers for the 2nd silver raffle. The Silver Flag Bar. Tip board 58348. We will reveal the winner via Facebook live a little later today.

SOLD OUT🚨As requested another Raffle for a 10oz SILVER FLAG BAR!🇺🇸

100 tips available at $7 each.

Checkout link is posted below. 🔽

https://checkout.square.site/buy/VIWDAJU4D6EXT3ZZC2ZZ6GDR

Don’t forget to COMMENT PAID ⤵️

🤗🤗🤗PLEASE SHARE!🤗🤗🤗

Bar Highlights:
* Features a patriotic American flag design.🇺🇸
* Arrives in sealed plastic wrap.
* Contains 10 troy ounces of .999 fine silver.
* Produced by SilverTowne.

Must pickup or we will deliver if local. No shipping. Valid ID when claiming. ... See more

Here are your numbers for the Silver SUNSHINE Bar. Tip board 58130. We are going to do a Silver FLAG raffle shortly!

🌞SILVER SUNSHINE ON SUNDAY🌞

Checkout link will be posted tomorrow at 8am.

100 tips at $7 each. Please share post with friends!☺️

Some info about the 10oz Sunshine bar:

Every 10 oz Sunshine Silver Bar has been produced by the Sunshine Mint, a world-class mint that is celebrated for its quality precious metal products and superior craftsmanship.🙌 ... See more

Here are your numbers for the fire pit. We will reveal winner momentarily.