In Memory OfPFC & Fire Chief Edward C. Hopes
May 13, 1930 - November 3, 2019
PFC & Fire Chief Edward C. Hopes, 89, U.S. Army, Orwell Volunteer Fire Department, born in Ohio May 13, 1930, passed away on November 3, 2019. Hopes was an Ordinanceman with 102nd Infantry Regiment, 43rd Infantry Division. He was stationed in Germany during the post-WWII occupation to help defend the U.S. against potential Soviet attacks. Hopes returned home and decided to serve his community with the Orwell Volunteer F.D., and after 15 years as a Firefighter, he became Chief of the department for over 25 years. Rest easy, Soldier! Til Valhalla, Brother!
