barnard exempts

The Barnard Exempt Firemen’s Association was incorporated for the relief, aid, and assistance of the members thereof, and their families, who are disabled or indigent, and the promotion of the welfare of the volunteer fire service in the Barnard Fire District. Members of the Barnard Fire Department are also accorded the same privileges.

in memoriam

THE BARNARD EXEMPT FIREMEN'S ASSOCIATION REGRETS TO ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF MEMBER AND TRUSTEE RICK HOUSEMAN.

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Richard A Houseman, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

Rick will be remembered for his strong family values, stories, and traditions. He will be remembered for his 40 years at Kodak, his many years with the Barnard Fire Department and Fire Exempts, and so many hunting legends.

Rick is survived by his wife of 48 years, Debbie; his children, Christina (Jon Johnson), Richie (Janine), Robbie (Samantha Olin) and Melissa (Mike Hall); his grandchildren, Samantha, Kaitlyn, Anthony, Julie-Anna, Matty, Abby, Jayden, Dawson, Price, Dallas, and Steele. He was preceded in death by his parents, Larry & Josephine; his brother, Larry; his mother-in-law, Marie; his brother-in-law and best friend, Johnny.

Friends may call Monday (November 2nd) 4-7 PM at Vay-Schleich & Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday (November 3rd) 9:30 AM at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3003 Dewey Avenue. Entombment, Holy Sepulcher Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make charitable donations to the Barnard Fire Exempts in Rick’s honor. His family and friends will carry his memories forward through the lessons, stories, and love that Rick shared so generously.

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