January 7, 2016-After over 25 years of dedicated service, Virginia Fire Department Battalion Chief Francis “Buddy” Mell has retired. Mell also served as a Firefighter/Paramedic. Buddy is known as a unique individual with a “heart of gold” and his firefighting and EMS experiences could fill several books. Congratulations, Buddy!
Virginia Battalion Chief Buddy Mell retires
January 10, 2016 By