The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) has announced the retirement of Battalion Chief Tracy Summar, who has served the City of Murfreesboro for three decades. Chief Mark McCluskey expressed gratitude for Summar’s long-standing dedication and service, stating, “We want to thank Summar for his many years of service and dedication to the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department. We hope his retirement brings him great joy and new adventures.”
Summar began his career with MFRD in September 1994 as a firefighter. Over the years, he has held various roles including driver, Captain, Assistant Fire Marshal, Captain-Instructor, and Battalion Chief. Reflecting on his career, Summar said, “I didn’t get here by myself, I had a lot of help over the years. It’s a passion for the calling to be a firefighter and it’s the best feeling in the world. My retirement is bittersweet.”
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Summar was honored by command staff, colleagues, family, and friends at Fire Station 4 on Thursday, August 1.
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