Collinsville Fire Fighters IAFF Local 2625

06/02/2026

Congratulations to our own Firefighter/Paramedic Patty Hefner on receiving the prestigious EMS Force Award at the Annual HSHS St. Elizabeth’s EMS Peer Awards.

Fearless. Outstanding. Resilient. Compassionate. Exceptional.

The EMS FORCE Award honors outstanding paramedics who exemplify the highest standards of
skill, courage, and compassion in the field of emergency medical services. Inspired by the legendary Jedi Knights, this prestigious recognition is awarded to those who bring light to the darkest
moments—who lead with integrity, serve with empathy, and rise with unwavering strength when
every second counts.

Recipients of the EMS FORCE Award demonstrate: 🔹 Skill Mastery
Exceptional proficiency in advanced medical care, coupled with the ability to think clearly and act
decisively in critical situations.
🔹 Courageous Resolve
Unyielding bravery in the face of adversity, placing the needs of others above self to protect and
preserve life.
🔹 Compassionate Service
Heartfelt dedication to the wellbeing of patients and their families, embodying the spirit of
compassion and humanity.
🔹 Leadership
Inspiring and guiding fellow EMS professionals through action, mentorship, and
example.
🔹 Innovation
A forward-thinking mindset that drives progress in EMS practices and technology for improved
patient outcomes.

The EMS FORCE Award celebrates those who, like the Jedi of legend, stand as guardians of life and
hope—true champions of their community and the EMS profession.

05/10/2026

✳️Fun Fact✳️

Every single one of your firefighters has a mother, but only one is a mother.

Patty is a firefighter, paramedic, marathon runner, and she recently donated a kidney - all that on top of being a mother! Happy Mother’s Day Patty and to all the wonderful moms out there!

05/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Collinsville Food Pantry at the Empty Bowl! It was another successful year where your firefighters were runner up.

05/06/2026

Local 2625’s Zuppa Toscana is being prepped for today’s Empty Bowl event, taking place at the Gateway Center 11-2. All proceeds benefit the Collinsville Food Pantry.

05/03/2026

On Friday, the newest member of our local, Firefighter Isaiah Coad graduated from fire academy at SWIC. While completing the academy, Isaiah was awarded the Clay Baitman Excellence Award.

Congratulations on your accomplishments, Firefighter Coad.

04/05/2026

03/26/2026

The expertise and compassionate care delivered by Local 2625 Firefighter/Paramedics continues to be unmatched. We are proud of our members whose actions resulted in such a wonderful outcome. Congratulations FF Kimble, FF Borkowski, FF Gulledge, and LT Frawley on this achievement!

02/10/2026

Congratulations to the all of our winners!

Final Score

Seahawks-29
Patriots-13

1st Quarter (Seahawks-3, Patriots-0)
$10 Board - Bryan Deadmond ($100)
$20 Board - Greg Freeland ($200)

2nd Quarter (Seahawks-9 , Patriots-0)
$10 Board- Chris Renner ($100)
$20 Board- Tim Rainey ($200)

3rd Quarter (Seahawks-12, Patriots-0)
$10 Board - Kevin Pons ($100)
$20 Board - Jeff Cardwell ($200)

4th Quarter (Seahawks-29, Patriots-13)
$10 Board - Jack Sciuto ($200)
$20 Board - Glen Castens ($400)

Thank you to everyone that participated, we couldn’t do what we do for those in our community without your generosity!