The McQueeney Volunteer Fire Department volunteers and their families were treated to a barbecue chicken dinner and an assortment of sides and desserts last Monday. The meal and fellowship was enjoyed by all. Family Night is observed regularly when there is a 5th Monday in the month.
McQueeney VFD Celebrates Independence Day
McQueeney VFD Volunteers participated in the Seguin parade, monitored the fireworks show on Lake McQueeney, plus manned the fire station, providing 24 hour protection for the McQueeney community over the Independence Day weekend. McQueeney VFD Fire Chief Michael Wiedner would like to thank the community for entrusting the department with their safety and emergency needs. We are proud to serve McQueeney and the surrounding area.
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McQueeney VFD Volunteers Attend Memorial for Drowning Victim
Members of the McQueeney VFD attended a memorial service for Victor Villanueva, who drowned in June of 2021 while trying to rescue his two sons who had been swept downstream in the Guadalupe River near the FM1117 bridge. Villanueva, as well as Casandra Kendrick, a 22 year old local and US Navy veteran, both drowned in the rescue effort. The two young boys were brought to safety. McQueeney VFD Chief Mike Wiedner and Lieutenant Ray Salas, using the department’s rescue boat, located Villanueva’s body after a two day search. Shown in the picture below are Chief Wiedner and Lieutenant Salas along with the Villanueva family.
It’s Here!
Our shiny new fire engine pulled into the station on Friday, June 3rd. We’re excited to have such a fine piece of equipment to better serve our community!
Family Night at the Fire Station
McQueeney Volunteers and their families were treated to an evening social on Monday, May 30th, complete with taco bar, sides and desserts.
Shiny New Red Truck to be added to the McQueeney VFD Fleet
Our McQueeney VFD Chief, Michael Wiedner, is currently in Florida doing the final inspection of our brand new Engine 11!!! As a department, we would like to thank the community from the bottom of our hearts for helping us make this purchase possible.
We work hard to better serve the community of McQueeney and of Guadalupe County every single day! We still need help from our community, our most valued members, in paying for the new truck and outfitting it so that we can better serve and protect you. Please come out and see us at our community events, stop in and say Hi, or just give us a wave. Your donations of any amount are always appreciated!
McQueeney VFD Says Goodbye to Phil Vasille
After 11 years of dedicated service in a number of capacities, Phil Vasille has decided to retire. He and his wife will be moving to the northwest to be closer to their children. We thank Phil for his service to the department and will definitely miss him! A celebration in his honor was held on April 18th.
Easter With the McQueeney Fire Department
On Saturday, April 9th, area children were treated to a visit with the Easter Bunny, along with breakfast and fun activities with the McQueeney VFD volunteers!
Neighborhood Children Celebrate Valentines Day With Local Firefighters
On February 12th, the McQueeney VFD station opened its doors to neigborhood families to do valentine activities with the firefighters. The children made valentines, colored pictures and decorated cookies. They were also treated to all types of valentine snacks.
