Costello N. Robinson a.k.a. “The Colonel”
Firefighter/Technician Badge#967 on Box 6812.
Engine Company #2 DCFD
July 9, 1999 Died suddenly in the hospital as a result of injuries sustained on July 7, 1999 at #50 Temple Court N.W.,
While operating on a double local for an investigation of smoke in the building, “The Colonel” was attacked by a dog. He suffered leg injuries from the attack. While in the hospital awaiting surgery, a blood clot apparently moved from the injury site and killed him. Costello was close to retirement with around 40 years of service. He was a Police Officer with MPD prior to his appointment to the DCFD. He was also a high ranking officer in the DC/Civil Air Patrol. He left behind a wife of many years and several children and grand-children.
The Colonel was EXTREMELY dedicated to 2 Engine and the department. The Good Lord may throw a little luck towards Riley County F.D. if they put his call sign back on the driver’s door.
There were 3 wagons in that order and they went to Engines 2, 10, & 15.
“The Colonel” is not forgotten at “The Deuce”, his esprit de corps is still riding everyday in Chinatown!
Firefighter/Technician Badge#967 on Box 6812.
Engine Company #2 DCFD
July 9, 1999 Died suddenly in the hospital as a result of injuries sustained on July 7, 1999 at #50 Temple Court N.W.,
While operating on a double local for an investigation of smoke in the building, “The Colonel” was attacked by a dog. He suffered leg injuries from the attack. While in the hospital awaiting surgery, a blood clot apparently moved from the injury site and killed him. Costello was close to retirement with around 40 years of service. He was a Police Officer with MPD prior to his appointment to the DCFD. He was also a high ranking officer in the DC/Civil Air Patrol. He left behind a wife of many years and several children and grand-children.
The Colonel was EXTREMELY dedicated to 2 Engine and the department. The Good Lord may throw a little luck towards Riley County F.D. if they put his call sign back on the driver’s door.
There were 3 wagons in that order and they went to Engines 2, 10, & 15.
“The Colonel” is not forgotten at “The Deuce”, his esprit de corps is still riding everyday in Chinatown!