Dear Editor,

On behalf of the Calera Fire Department family, I would like to thank many agencies and people for their support through the loss of our leader, Chief Tommy Moon.

Thank you to Malino’s Pizza in Calera for providing food during our planning meeting.

Thank you to Linda’s Florist for providing ribbons for our wives, who have stood by our sides.

Thank you to Shelby County 911 for providing services.

Thank you to the Calera Police Department and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department for standing with us.

Thank you to Calera Baptist Church for providing food and support.

Thank you to Hoover Fire Department for providing equipment.

Thank you to Brierfield Explorers for assisting in our service.

A special thank you to the following fire and rescue departments that provided protection to our city when we wanted to be together: Cahaba Valley Fire and Rescue, Chelsea Fire and Rescue, Southeast Shelby Rescue, Alabaster Fire and Rescue, Pelham Fire Department, RPS Ambulance Service.

To the children and staff of Calera Middle School and South Shelby Baptist Church that lined the streets, you hold a special place in our hearts. You are a blessing.