We regret to announce the passing of Past Member

Robert J. Bornschein (Bob)
April 24, 1964 - January 23, 2020

Bob joined our department in February 2008. Bob was very active operationally during his time as a member with the Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department and EMS. He was recognized as one of our Top EMS Providers during our annual awards banquet. Bob was awarded in 2015 a Life Saving Award ... (Full Story & Photos)

Firefighter / Board of Directors member Nicholas Hill is now Deputy Nicholas Hill of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office.
On January 18, 2020, Deputy Hill graduated from the Police Entrance Level Training Program of the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy. Congratulations on all of the hard work Nick and we wish you every success in your Law Enforcement career.

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We regret to announce the passing of Life Member / Auxiliary Member:

Ernest William Kalinowsky
December 29, 1936 - January 13, 2020

Ernie joined the Operational side of the department in 2006, achieved his EVOC certification in 2008, and First Responder certification in 2009.
Ernie joined the Auxiliary around 2008 to further support the department form both sides.
He was a very active member in ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to one of our own!

Past Deputy EMS Chief Joellen Lawman was recognized last night at the Joint Charles County Fire and EMS Association Banquet. Joellen was awarded the Dr. Henry Burke Award for her service, dedication and commitment to EMS as well as the Cobb Island VFD and EMS.

It is a distinguished honor to be recognized by your fellow peers for all your hard work and dedication. ... (Full Story & Photos)

We regret to announce the passing of a past member:

Russell "Doc" Douglas Sprouse
Jan 25, 1950 - Dec 28, 2019

Russell Douglas Sprouse, 69, of Waldorf, Maryland, passed away on December 28, 2019 at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC.

Fondly known as "Doc", was born on January 25, 1950 in Washington, DC to the late Russell Lloyd Sprouse and Carolyn Faith Sprouse. Doc served ... (Full Story & Photos)

Students from Dr. Thomas Higdon Elementary participated in a coloring contest that was held by the Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department and EMS.

The students did a great job and we had over 120 entries. Ribbons were awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for each of the grade levels.

All of the artwork was displayed at our annual Ham and Oyster dinner that was held on November 3, 2019.

A special ... (Full Story & Photos)