Tag Archives: Chief Bobby Slayton

I'm not sure what I've done to deserve the life I've been given this past year but I am truly THANKFUL. Together, Rhett and I have made the journey of a lifetime in just a few short years. I can only imagine what 2012 will bring us.

We made the 4 hour drive up yesterday and checked in around 2pm. It is truly an honor to be here. I've said it many times but, honestly; words can not describe what you see and feel at this place. I hope you have the opportunity to attend some day. As you can see, the Buckaroo was excited and ready to make the trip with us but I think he needs a few more years under his belt before I bring him along. Plus, I don't think he's even seen his "Paw Paw" cry.

Roanoke City Battalion Chief Bobby Slayton (retired) is at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Firefighters are standing watch at his bedside for the next couple of days. Slayton is the longest serving firefighter in Roanoke City's history.

We’re fighting on all fronts here in “the Noke”. Our biggest battle right now has Retired Battalion Chief Bobby Slayton fighting to recover. I’m afraid his condition has not improved. Actually, he was moved earlier today to  Pallative Care  in room 1040. The family is now accepting visitors in moderation. Mikey Overacker has some great shots of Chief Slayton’s retirement ...

Geesh … today … well today has been tough. I spent most of my evening at the Funeral Home last night. The wife of a now retired Captain from our Department recently passed away unexpectedly. It’s complicated. The Captain is a long time and close family friend. So close, that I really shouldn’t use the word “friend” … he is family. ...

We are firemen ... we don't know how to go home, relax and do nothing but we had better learn before it's too late.

Scary thought I know but hey … everybody is doing it. I mentioned last night that 2010 was kinda like a roller coaster ride for me … a lot of “ups” and “downs” but I assume everyone’s life is kinda like that so maybe that’s my one link to normalcy. Anyway, today is the first day of 2011 so I ...