{"id":12229,"date":"2024-03-12T13:59:29","date_gmt":"2024-03-12T17:59:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/?p=12229"},"modified":"2024-03-12T13:59:29","modified_gmt":"2024-03-12T17:59:29","slug":"ems-chief-thomas-clynch-retires-after-29-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/ems-chief-thomas-clynch-retires-after-29-years\/","title":{"rendered":"EMS Chief Thomas Clynch Retires after 29 Years"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\":r339:\" class=\"x1heor9g x1qlqyl8 x1pd3egz x1a2a7pz x1gslohp x1yc453h\"><span class=\"xt0psk2\"><a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv xzsf02u x1s688f\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/EastWindsorAmbulance?__cft__[0]=AZU_5JUF6TrgIZ0P3iZSLxfYb38EwD7fxl86RDYSBIXAsp_9xfbVQv4f872FLXt2vG1BAP7DeePiXJkiXhcp8NaNmwy45lN1Oz29N5SnoesZDN-shjym3BhS2GSSmmfTBzOpO96ovSi8DiMg7S7RWZDZay8iYwABD3ogT9dQxKvioNcTT-uEf2_sblsqfo0ggEOO564mQMv_MatG1Ysazi-d&amp;__tn__=-UC%2CP-R\"><strong>East Windsor Ambulance<\/strong><\/a><\/span> announces the Retirement of Longtime Leader Thomas Clynch.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12230\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/clynch-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1644\" height=\"1920\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>The following was a press release issued by EWAA from EMS CHief Lynch.<\/p>\n<div class=\"xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">To my esteemed colleagues, friends, and cherished members of the <a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg xo1l8bm\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/EastWindsorAmbulance?__cft__[0]=AZU_5JUF6TrgIZ0P3iZSLxfYb38EwD7fxl86RDYSBIXAsp_9xfbVQv4f872FLXt2vG1BAP7DeePiXJkiXhcp8NaNmwy45lN1Oz29N5SnoesZDN-shjym3BhS2GSSmmfTBzOpO96ovSi8DiMg7S7RWZDZay8iYwABD3ogT9dQxKvioNcTT-uEf2_sblsqfo0ggEOO564mQMv_MatG1Ysazi-d&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R\"><span class=\"xt0psk2\">East Windsor Ambulance<\/span><\/a> Association.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">After 29 incredible years of service as the Emergency Medical Services Chief, it is with a blend of emotions that I bid farewell, officially retiring as of March 1, 2024.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Reflecting on this remarkable journey, I am filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude. It has been an honor beyond measure to have worked alongside such an extraordinary team. Together, we have transformed the East Windsor Ambulance Association into a beacon of excellence, a First Class Paramedic Ambulance System admired by many.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">My journey with this esteemed organization began in 1978, fresh out of high school, amidst the dedication of a cohort of volunteers. Though I briefly parted ways in 1988, fate brought me back in 1995 with a renewed passion to elevate our service. Through tireless dedication and strategic initiatives, we reached new heights, achieving Paramedic level standards in 2001 and expanding our reach regionally.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">From our modest beginnings with just one Basic Life Support ambulance, we have blossomed into a fleet of 7 Advanced Life Support Paramedic Ambulances, boasting a team of over 80 exceptional individuals. This growth stands as a testament to our collective vision and unwavering determination.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">But beyond the accolades and accomplishments lies the true heart of our organization &#8211; the people. I take immense pride in the culture of growth and learning we&#8217;ve cultivated, nurturing countless individuals who have gone on to become leaders in various fields across the state and beyond.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">As I bid farewell to this chapter of my life, I extend my deepest appreciation to Chief <a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg xo1l8bm\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/croode?__cft__[0]=AZU_5JUF6TrgIZ0P3iZSLxfYb38EwD7fxl86RDYSBIXAsp_9xfbVQv4f872FLXt2vG1BAP7DeePiXJkiXhcp8NaNmwy45lN1Oz29N5SnoesZDN-shjym3BhS2GSSmmfTBzOpO96ovSi8DiMg7S7RWZDZay8iYwABD3ogT9dQxKvioNcTT-uEf2_sblsqfo0ggEOO564mQMv_MatG1Ysazi-d&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R\"><span class=\"xt0psk2\">Chuck Roode<\/span><\/a> and the dedicated team who will carry forth the legacy of excellence.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">To Lauren Staiger, my steadfast companion in the office, your support has been invaluable, and our time together will forever be cherished.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">To my beloved wife, <a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg xo1l8bm\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/laura.ashley.clynch?__cft__[0]=AZU_5JUF6TrgIZ0P3iZSLxfYb38EwD7fxl86RDYSBIXAsp_9xfbVQv4f872FLXt2vG1BAP7DeePiXJkiXhcp8NaNmwy45lN1Oz29N5SnoesZDN-shjym3BhS2GSSmmfTBzOpO96ovSi8DiMg7S7RWZDZay8iYwABD3ogT9dQxKvioNcTT-uEf2_sblsqfo0ggEOO564mQMv_MatG1Ysazi-d&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R\"><span class=\"xt0psk2\">Laura Ashley Clynch<\/span><\/a>, who has been my unwavering rock throughout this journey, I owe my deepest gratitude. Your support and companionship have been the bedrock of my success, and I eagerly anticipate embarking on this new chapter of retirement with you by my side. To my boys, their families, and especially my grandchildren, Owen and Juliana, I look forward to sharing this precious time with you.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">And finally, to all my esteemed colleagues, friends, and affiliate services, your unwavering love, support, and camaraderie have enriched my life beyond measure. Though the list is too extensive to name individually, please know that each of you holds a special place in my heart.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">As I step into retirement, I do so with immense gratitude for the memories we&#8217;ve shared and the impact we&#8217;ve made together. Here&#8217;s to the next chapter, filled with new adventures, cherished moments, and the enduring bonds forged through our shared dedication to serving others.<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">With heartfelt appreciation,<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">EMS Chief <a class=\"x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x1ejq31n xd10rxx x1sy0etr x17r0tee x972fbf xcfux6l x1qhh985 xm0m39n x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg xo1l8bm\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thomas.clynch?__cft__[0]=AZU_5JUF6TrgIZ0P3iZSLxfYb38EwD7fxl86RDYSBIXAsp_9xfbVQv4f872FLXt2vG1BAP7DeePiXJkiXhcp8NaNmwy45lN1Oz29N5SnoesZDN-shjym3BhS2GSSmmfTBzOpO96ovSi8DiMg7S7RWZDZay8iYwABD3ogT9dQxKvioNcTT-uEf2_sblsqfo0ggEOO564mQMv_MatG1Ysazi-d&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R\"><span class=\"xt0psk2\">Thomas Clynch<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12231\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/clynch-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" \/><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>East Windsor Ambulance announces the Retirement of Longtime Leader Thomas  [&#8230;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_tribe_ticket_capacity":"0","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12229","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-press-releases"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12229","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12229"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12229\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12232,"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12229\/revisions\/12232"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12229"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12229"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.eastwindsorchamber.com\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12229"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}