Past Chiefs of Candlewood Company

Honoring the Leaders Who Shaped Our Legacy

Since its establishment in 1949, as New Fairfield Company “B” until 1961, Candlewood Company has been guided by a lineage of dedicated and courageous chiefs. These leaders have each played a pivotal role in shaping the department’s values, traditions, and commitment to service. Their steadfast leadership and unwavering dedication have left an indelible mark on our community, ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents. We honor these past chiefs for their remarkable contributions and the legacy they have built, which continues to inspire and guide us today.

Raymond O. Reynolds

1949 - 1954
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John MacDonnell

1955 - 1958
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Jack Hird

1959
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Richard McDonnell

1960 - 1961
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William A. Grund

1962-1964
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Vern Willis

1965-1967
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James Black

1967-1968
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Art Hurley

1968-1973
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William Corbin

1973-1975
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Lee Masten

1976-1987
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