Retired After 50 Years, East Lyme Firefighter Still Finds Ways To Serve: Heroes Who Serve

EAST LYME, CONNECTICUT — Connecticut’s first responders work tirelessly to protect and serve their communities. That’s why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight EMTs, firefighters and police officers who go the extra mile.

This submission comes from Pete Lamb who nominated Edward Waido of East Lyme.

If you know a hero who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate a first responder for a chance to be featured in our Heroes Who Serve series!

What is the hero’s name?

Edward Waido

How do you know the first responder?

Worked with him many yrs ago

Tell us about the first responder and how they serve the community.

Ed started as a volunteer firefighter at a young age in the Town of East Lyme. Ed spent countless hours training and making the community safer by bringing his experiences home. He served in several elective positions including Chief of Department. He then became a firefighter for General Dynamics/Electric Boat. After several yrs there, he became a career firefighter back in his hometown. After a total of 50 yrs, Ed retired from being a career firefighter, but still is an active volunteer and active in Connecticut's fire service associations

What three words best describe the first responder?

Honest, Sincere, Loyal

We’re fortunate in Connecticut to have first responders like Edward Waido working tirelessly to keep us safe. If you know a local hero who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate a local hero to be featured on Patch.

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