The coronavirus pandemic didn't get in the way of a special birthday celebration in Kenosha Sunday, June 28. Dozens came out to recognize a retired firefighter on his 90th birthday. Will Rice retired in 1993, but still has a lot of friends with the Kenosha Fire Department, and on Sunday, they celebrated him in a big way.
The sound of sirens was welcome noise outside The Legacy at St. Joseph's. Fire trucks and ambulances didn't show up for an emergency, but instead, a big celebration. While COVID-19 may be limiting visitors at the assisted living facility, it didn't get in the way of Rice's birthday party. "I consider him to be a brother, and that's why we honor him," said Richard Bosanko, retired battalion chief.
The event, organized by a former co-worker brought out current firefighters and EMTs as well as residence of The Legacy.