Alan Zambarano, who is now 83 and began his storied career with the Johnston Fire Department as a volunteer back when he was just 14, stood underneath Saturday’s sparkling sun, issuing a heart-warming sincere statement to Jerry St. Angelo “for making my dream come true!”
“If it wasn’t for this man,” Zambarano, who is now retired and worked his way through the ranks to JFD Chief and became a full-time firefighter at age 23, began: “We would not be standing here today in front of this great memorial for all deceased Johnston firefighters if Jerry didn’t take on this project!”
Moreover, as Zambarano wanted it known amid another thank you: “The work Jerry did here actually enhances the entire area.”