The Cookeville Fire Department has bid farewell to Lieutenant Paul Parrish and Engineer Mike Brown as they retired. Together, they served for 60 years, making a significant impact on both the department and the community, according to the City of Cookeville.
Parrish, with 33 years of service, and Brown, with 27, have been involved in numerous rescue operations and emergency responses. Their departure will impact the firehouse and the city's overall safety and preparedness, as reported by the City of Cookeville.
Lieutenant Paul Parrish and Engineer Mike Brown have been valuable mentors at the Cookeville Fire Department, helping guide newer firefighters. As they retire, "Their contributions will be deeply missed." The department expressed appreciation, saying, "Thank you, Lieutenant Paul Parrish and Engineer Mike Brown for your incredible service," as stated by the City of Cookeville.
