Obituaries
In Loving Memory of William (Bill) T. Halstead, Sr. (January 18, 1949-July 8, 2022)
Published: Jul 03, 2025 3:21 pm
When I am called to duty, God
Wherever flames may rage,
Give me strength to save a life,
Whatever be its age. Help me to embrace a little child
Before it's too late, Or save an older person from
The horror of that fate.
Enable me to be alert and
Hear the weakest shout, And quickly and efficiently
To put the fire out. I want to fill my calling and
To give the best in me, To guard my every neighbor
And protect his property. And if according to your will
I have to lose my life, Please bless with your protecting hand,
My children and my wife.
Bill Halstead was celebrating his 50th anniversary as a member of Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company when this photo was taken in January 2015. Halstead joined the company the day he turned 16. —Bee file photo