Takoma Park 'Legend', Retired Fire Chief, Passes Away After 60 Years Of Service

The Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department has announced the passing of a devoted and beloved former Chief, who served with the department for over 60 years, officials say.

Former Retired Volunteer Fire Chief James "Jimmy" Jarboe has passed away
Photo Credit: *Takoma Park VFD (Twitter)*

Annie DeVoe

09/12/2022 4:38 p.m.

Officials announced that retired Chief James "Jimmy" Jarboe passed away, on Monday, Sept. 12, according to the Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department.

"Chief Jarboe served Takoma Park for over 60 years, from frontline firefighter to Chief, and in his later years as one of the county's greatest fire prevention and public education activists", tweeted out the Department. "Decades of institutional knowledge and history goes with him, and our department will miss him greatly".

Condolences poured in from other Montgomery County officials, who praised the Chief for his involvement and commitment to his community.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date by the Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department.

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