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Restore the Pumper
Sponsored by:
The Detroit Firemen’s Fund
A Fitting
Tribute
A
Finale Ride
In an effort to preserve
the historical heritage of fire fighting and to give fallen firefighters a
fitting tribute the Detroit Fireman’s Fund has undertaken the restoration of
a 1937 Seagrave Sedan Pumper. Traditionally firefighters that died in the
line of duty were carried to their final resting place on fire apparatus.
Modern day apparatus and government regulations often do not allow for this
ritual. As with so many cherished customs, this one is in danger of
disappearing. The 1937 Seagrave will easily conform to today’s stringent
guidelines.
Seagrave Pumper History
This pumper was originally put
into service on July 1, 1937 as DFD Engine No.13.
It was sold for scrap by the city in
July 1967.
An avid collector
Jimmie Dobson donated the 1937 Seagrave in March 2004. “Before I’m gone, I
want to share it with people who will have it on the road for a long time, “
said Mr. Dobson.
How
do we fix it?
We want
to prevent the practice from disappearing. We want the final ride to be
honorable.
To make this project a
reality we need your support to “Restore the Pumper”.
This rig will be available
at no cost for all fire fighting line of duty deaths across the state of
Michigan.
To
Help!
Your donation will be tax
deductible. We are a licensed 501 (c ) 3 charity .
Send Donations
To:
The Detroit
Fireman’s Benevolent Fund, 250 W. Larned St., Suite 202, Detroit, MI. 48226.
For information contact our office at 313-961-2988 877-961-2988 Fax
313-961-0215 |
