State Representative Gabe Firment presented the family of Joe Thompson with a resolution from the House of Representatives to commemorate Thompsonâs life of service and passion for firefighting and his dedication during his time as Chief of the Olla Volunteer Fire Department. Pictured, from left to right, is Cory Dotson, Leigh Ann Thompson, Mary Ann Thompson - Joe Thompsonâs widow - and Representative Firment.
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August 15, 2023
Legislature Honors Former Fire Chief
The Olla Volunteer Fire Department was on the receiving end of the town’s appreciation during the Olla Town Council’s monthly meeting held Tuesday, August 8. State Representative Gabe Firment was in attendance to present the family of the late Joe Thompson, long-time Olla Volunteer Fire Chief, with a resolution from the House of Representatives recognizing Thompson’s service and dedication to the departments and the cities he served.
