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Molino Fire Chief Henry Hiebert Celebrates 35 Years Of Service With ECFR
July 27, 2022
Escambia Fire County Fire Rescue Molino District Chief Henry Hiebert recently celebrated 35 years of faithful and dedicated service.
Hiebert’s career with ECFR began with a chance encounter with the late Molino chief Gary Diamond at a local gas station.
During the early stages of his career, Hiebert learned from former Molino chief Harry Nowlin and Ferry Pass chiefs Tom and Corky Jones. His early training included taking the mandatory 40-hour training class. As the standards for fire service increased, Hiebert continued his fire education, taking part in 80-hour, 160-hour and 204-hour training classes.
Most recently, the chief became part of the “2nd Alarm Project,” which is a mental health awareness program with a focus on first responders.
“It is rewarding to be able to help others through a hard time and see them move on with renewed courage and strength,” he said.
Hiebert’s wife Polly continues to provide support, whether it be rewarming meals or being late to functions due to fire calls. They have five children and recently welcomed their first grandchild with a second on the way in November.
“I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Chief Hiebert for many years,” said ECFR Deputy Fire Chief Paul Williams. “His service and sacrifice should be recognized as he continues to serve in his most recent capacity as District Chief of our Molino station. Chief Hiebert has a special connection with our north-end members due to his service history and is considered a mentor and good friend by many. Congratulations to Chief Hiebert and Ms. Polly on the birth of their first grandchild and thank you to both for your 35 years of service.”
“I’ve had many great mentors and have made many friends,” Hiebert said, as he continues to serve. “I feel humbled at the willingness of the firefighting brotherhood to spend personal time to teach others. My wish is that I can be as good of a mentor as those I’ve had and encouragement to those following me.”
Pictured top: Escambia Fire County Fire Rescue Molino District Chief Henry Hiebert. NorthEscambia.com photo. Pictured below: Hiebert and his wife Polly. Photo for NorthEscambia.com. Click to enlarge.
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34 Responses to “Molino Fire Chief Henry Hiebert Celebrates 35 Years Of Service With ECFR”
Wow, 35 years! That’s amazing and we are not surprised you have dedicated your life to such a wonderful endeavor. We feel very blessed to have met you and Polly. The world needs more people like you two.
Congrats Henry and Polly! What a great and well deserved article recognizing your service! To know you have spent 35 years with ECFR and at the same time 100% devoted yourself to a career in the HVAC industry speaks volumes of the selfless person you are. I am lucky to have worked along side you for so many years. Thank you!
Congratulations Chief!
Henry, we know what you look like so I don’t think you could’ve avoided having your picture published forever….lol
Congratulations on this remarkable milestone! You are a shining example of what it means to live and love like Christ. It has been an absolute joy to have known you and serve beside you and your family for much of my life and to have you be a part of my daughter’s life now. Thank you and your family for many years of service and sacrifice. You guys are well loved and for good reason. May God continue to richly bless you all.
Congratulations and thank you both. Molino and Escambia firefighting have been blessed by you. You have kept the faith for decades. I remember meeting you both around the back end of a pickup truck: you seemed so young then to be growing a family and leading the Molino VFD at the same time. Now, so much for you to be proud of.
I met Henry several years ago at a community hall meeting. I have met his wonderful wife also. I have to tell you I am very thankful for the Molino FD, and the volunteers at the FD. Henry is a great chief, and true leader. Thank you for all you and Polly do in and around our community.
Thank you for your devotion to duty and dedicated service…I have seen you go by many times responding to calls.
Thanks for all your years of service!
Congratulations Henry & Polly. Thank you for all you do.
Thank you for all the comments! Our lives have crossed paths with many people over the years and I have made many friend. I am humbled to see what is written and my prayer is that we can continue to serve the community in the future.
@William Reynolds, we made an agreement several years ago that my picture would not be posted on your site. You and Kristi have done well in respecting the wish until now. I think we need to revisit the request.
Again, Thank you to all for showing your appreciation! Your friendship means a lot to us!
Congratulations on your years of service to our community and a very big THSNK YOU. It takes quite a bit of time, dedication and care for your community to do what you’ve done for 35 years, I don’t know you Sir but I’m proud of you…thank you
Congratulation Henry.
Job well done, Horacio!
Thank you for your outstanding service with Molino Fire Station. Thank you Mrs. Polly for allowing your husband to be taking away from the family at any given time day or night to help others in need. I had a short time training with Henry at Molino Fire Dept. which he was an awesome instructor. Wishing you and your family many blessing to come your way.
Two of the most humble and genuine people I know.
Henry, way to go! There are a lot of people proud of you! Congrats on your first grandchild. Best wishes.
Congratulations, Henry and Polly!!! from Terry and Barb Hiebert of Pecos Texas.
We are very happy to be related to you both! We wish you many blessing and rewards for a life of unselfish service♥️
Thank you for your service to the Molino and surrounding communities. Hebert and family are great neighbors as well as an asset to the community. Congratulations and God Bless.
Congratulations Henery ! Thanks for all that you do .
Congratulations on this well deserved honor! Love y’all!!
Thank you, Henry & Polly, for your many years of sacrificial service to the Molino community, as well as to those of us in Walnut Hill!!
Congratulations Henry. Well deserved.
Congrats Henry. A really good man!!
Thank you for your many years of service to the community, Molino would not be the same without you! You are a one of a kind, for sure.
God Bless you and all of your family.
Congratulations, cousin! 35 years of service is amazing! All the best to you!
What an accomplishment!!! This is awesome!!! His dedication and commitment to serve and protect his community!! Very proud of you Chief!!! Keep up the good work!!!!
.I always enjoyed working with you. Thank you for your service
Good man, with many blessings!
Henry is an absolute blessing and a huge asset to our community. Many times has Henry came to help me out with things. Many times there for advice and wisdom. Many times there for all of us in our most desperate hours. May God bless him and his family, Mrs Polly is such a great woman too, so much love for this family.
Well deserved recognition. Congratulations Henry.
Thank You Henry and Miss Polly that’s a lifetime of service and may the Lord Bless Y’all with many years
Molino finest! Henry is an asset to the community.
Thank you Henry and Mrs. Polly! You both are a big part of what makes our community a great place to live.
I know Henry personally. He is a good Man.