Former Ansonia fire chief recognized for his service

Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti presents former Fire Chief Joseph Kingston with a certificate of appreciation for his dedicated years of service./ Contributed photo

DERBY - Former Ansonia Fire Department Chief Joe Kingston was honored June 7 at a testimonial dinner at Grassy Hill Lodge.

Kingston was succeeded by Fire Chief Scott Trembley in January following his two-year term. 
Prior to his departure as Chief, Kingston completed 10 years of service in all four Assistant Chief positions and had been a fireman for many years prior. 

The event was presided over by Master of Ceremonies Joe Kingston Jr. who also serves as a firefighter alongside his father. Both are members of the Hilltop Hose Company 5 firehouse.

Kingston's service was lauded by representatives of all five Ansonia firehouses who honored him and thanked him for his service to Ansonia and the Valley.

Mayor David S. Cassetti thanked Kingston on behalf of Ansonia’s residents, thanking him for his past and continued service as one of Ansonia’s bravest.

Also on hand were Fire Commissioners Pat Henri and Phil Tripp who were moved by the display of brotherhood within the department.

Kingston wholeheartedly thanked all in attendance. He gratefully recognized the fire department and his family for all the time and commitment they put in, and for all the help they provided while he was chief.


This is a press release from Mayor David S. Cassetti's office.