East Dover Fire Company

06/08/2026

***Viewing and Funeral Service Announcement***:

Please see below for the service details for
George Convery Sr.

Viewing Services | Thursday, June 11th
Silverton Memorial Funeral Home
(2482 Church Rd, Toms River, NJ)
• Afternoon: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Evening: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Fire Service: 7:00 PM
• Note for FD Members: Ample parking is available for trucks and apparatus in the lots near the funeral home.

Funeral Mass & Procession | Friday, June 12th
St. Joseph's Church
(685 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ)
• 10:00 AM: FD personnel and apparatus arrive to stage at Silverton Memorial Funeral Home.
• 11:00 AM: Procession departs for the church.
• 11:30 AM: Funeral Mass at St. Joseph’s Church

Last Alarm & Burial
• Following Mass, the procession will head to East Dover Fire Company (629 Fischer Blvd) for the Last Alarm.
• Procession continues to St. Joseph’s Cemetery (62 Cedar Grove Rd) for the burial at 1:00 PM.

We ask that you continue to keep the Convery family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Any question please contact President Paul Schulz or Chief Travis Veth.

06/05/2026

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It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the East Dover Fire Company announces the unexpected passing of Brother and Life Member, George Convery Sr.

George was a dedicated member who spent nearly 40 years protecting and serving the residents of Toms River. In that time, he also served as Fire Commissioner for Toms River Fire District #1 for 30 years. His commitment to the safety of our community, along with his dedication to his fellow firefighters, left an indelible mark on our company.

George was a lifelong Toms River resident. His deep desire to serve led him to enlist in the United States Navy. After his years of service, he was honorably discharged and returned home. Still eager to give back, he took on a new role in his community by joining the East Dover Fire Company.

We extend our deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to George’s wife, family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

We have lost a friend, a dedicated public servant, and a beloved brother.

Arrangements will be shared once they become available.

Rest easy, George. We will take it from here.

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05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, the East Dover Fire Company humbly recognizes and remembers the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness ensure the freedoms we cherish every day.

We extend our deepest gratitude to their families, whose sacrifice is immeasurable. Let us all take a moment today to reflect on the true meaning of this day and to honor those who gave their lives for our country.

From all of us at the East Dover Fire Company, we wish you a safe and reflective Memorial Day.

The land of the Free, because of the Brave!

Honor Supra Omnia
Non Sibi Sed Patriae
Semper Fidelis
Hoc Erimus Defende
Per Aspera Ad Astra
Semper Paratus

05/22/2026

⛳️On behalf of the East Dover Fire Company, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended, sponsored, and volunteered at the 29th Annual Bob Abrams Memorial Classic Golf Outing. Although the weather didn't cooperate with us, everyone who came out still had a great time.

Your continued support is vital to our operations.

To our Golfers: Thank you for showing up, bringing great energy despite the conditions, and making it a fantastic day on the course.

To our Volunteers: Thank you for dedicating your time and hard work behind the scenes to ensure the entire day ran smoothly for our attendees.

To our Sponsors: Your generosity makes this event possible. We deeply appreciate your commitment to supporting local emergency services.

A special thank you to all of our generous sponsors who made this day possible:

Twin City Glass • D&R Boats • Naples • Lezgus Plumbing & Heating • ERS Fleet Repair • Payne & Sons LLC • ProCat Auto • Andrew K. Knox and Company • Modern Propane • Razberri Hair Salon • Farros • Dakan Homes • Royal Fades Barber Shop • Dock Outfitter • Surfside Garage Door • Silver Bay Bagel • PRISM HVAC • Cheesesteak Louies • The Turn : Social Golf App • Sica Modular Homes • Smittys Auto Repair • CHAP Mechanical • CHAP Construction • Tranz Connection • Convery Canvas • All American Alloy • Mattia Building Contractors • Betty & Nicks • Best Paving • Grande Brothers • Leyden, Capotorto, Ritacco & Corrigan • Automotive Elegance • Holman Frenia Allison PC • Creative Castle Nursery School • Sweet Leafs • Downs Ford • 200 Club of Ocean County • Ocean County Powersports • Lakewood BlueClaws • Riv's Hub • Police and Fire Tags • AWA Heating & Cooling • Mill's Heating & Cooling • Moderno Construction • Code One Creations • TR FPB • Toms River Brewing • Johnson Baran Corp • Seaside Park Service Center • Big Dogs Cafe • Taco Tastic • Charlie's Pizza • JPM Lawn & Landscape LLC • Pine Belt Nissan • Air Process Systems LLC • Go Fish Bait & Tackle • Hooks House Bait n Tackle • Grumpys Bait & Tackle • Patriccos Dirty Work LLC • Yezzi Associates • CBD Mosquito • White Lotus • Mrs. Walker Ice Cream • Bubbakoo's • Burger 25 • Carls Fencing • A+ Letter Service • Find The Cause Investigations • Picket Fencing • Klees Bar Inc • D&A Auto Tech • Lisa Chirchillo & Associates • Ferguson • Prestige Car Wash • Slice House • Ippolito's Pizza • Guzzi Masonry & Paving • Erbe Builders • Garden State Distillery • Capone's Pizza • MC Messina • Demac Concrete • Tommy Guac • Skips Florist • AMG Motors • Longs Heating & Cooling • Jet Medix • Drift Wood Deli • Statewide Modular Homes • Crest Dry Cleaners • Remedy Smoke Shop • Atlantic Air Systems • Kelaher, Van D**e & Moriarty • Riverside Construction • Duanno Reality • Zebulan Jesus is Lord Barber • Kings Fence • Livingston Park and Nursery • Shoprite • Meemoms of Brick • Asbury Ale House • Lavallette Hardware • Toms River Kawasaki • Sipe Adjustment Group •

We are already looking forward to seeing you all on the green next year for our milestone 30th anniversary—hopefully with clearer skies!⛳️

05/11/2026

Behind every first responder who answers the call is a mother who helped instill that spirit of service and selflessness.

​Today, the East Dover Fire Company wants to say THANK YOU to all the mothers in our community. Your love and guidance have helped shape the dedicated members of our department.

​We especially want to recognize the mothers and wives of our members who support us from home, and the incredible women in our own ranks who balance being a firefighter and a mom.

​Wishing all mothers a safe, happy, and wonderful Mother’s Day!

05/04/2026

Today, May 4th, we join fire departments around the world in observing International Firefighters' Day. This is a day to honor the incredible dedication, bravery, and sacrifice of firefighters everywhere. We also remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

As Chief Edward F. Croker-Ret. from the FDNY so eloquently stated, “I have no ambition in this world but one, and that is to be a firefighter. The position may, in the eyes of some, appear to be a lowly one; but we who know the work which firefighters have to do believe that it is a noble calling."

Here, our own dedicated members embody this noble calling every single day. They stand ready, 24/7, to answer the call, protect their neighbors, and safeguard our community. Their commitment goes above and beyond, and we are immensely proud of their courage and selflessness.

As it is written, "Greater love hath no one than this, that one would give their life for their friends." This sentiment resonates deeply within the spirit of firefighting.

Join us today in saying thank you to all firefighters, both here in Toms River and across the globe, for their unwavering commitment and sacrifice.

04/30/2026

Every year, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation hosts the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburgh Maryland. During this weekend firefighters and families from across the nation gather and remember the sacrifice of America’s fallen fire heroes.

This year the weekend falls on May 1st through the 3rd. During this time the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation invites landmarks, fire departments, community organizations, businesses, and homes across the nation to light up red from May 2nd through the annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service which will take place Sunday May 4th, 2025.

This year's memorial service will honor 97 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty in 2025 and 107 firefighters who died in previous years. Each firefighter’s name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque and become a permanent part of the National Memorial in honor of their sacrifices.

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