It is with deep regret that the Pomeroy Volunteer Fire Company announces the passing of Mr. Edward Tracey.

Mr. Tracey invested over 70 years of his life in the volunteer fire service.

On Friday morning July 30, 2010 the Pomeroy Fire Company traveled to the Friends Meeting House in Ercildoun to pay final respects to a friend and life member Ed Tracey Sr..

The Pomeroy Fire Company was joined by members of the Coatesville, Westwood, and Modena Fire Company's, all which Mr. Tracey belonged to over his 70 years of service. Mr. Tracey held many leadership positions during his tenure eventually rising to the rank of Captain of the Coatesville Fire Department. Mr. Tracey also held the position of Fire Marshal in East Fallowfield Township for many years.

The day began at 10am with Family and Friends paying their respects as Firefighters stood as Honor Guard. At 11am, a service was given with a chance for everyone to stand and say a few words about Mr. Tracey's life. Burial immediately followed the services at a gravesite located at the rear of the Friend Meeting House. Tracey was carried to the gravesite lead by a bag piper, under the hanging American Flag and threw a lineup of local Firefighters.

At the graveside a few final words were given before the Military bugler played taps and the flag was removed from the casket and folded and presented to his wife. A bag piper then played amazing grace as he walked off in the distance the Coatesville "All Call" pagers went off announcing "Captain Ed Tracey's last alarm, he will be missed".

Family and Friends were then invited back into the Friends Meeting House for food and fellowship.

The Pomeroy Fire Company again sends our condolences to the Tracey Family and Thank You for allowing us to be part of your family over the past 70 years.

 Unit(s): Engine 29-1

Mutual Aid: Modena, Westwood, Coatesville 41/43, Traffic 38, 35 Fire Police