Volunteers Needed!: We are looking for volunteers that want to give back to the community.  We provide all required classes, training, and equipment.  Not looking for the excitement of firefighting but still want to give back?  We also have an Auxiliary staff that helps with the day to day functions of the department such as fundraisers and other events. If you want to learn more, call or text Deputy Chief Devin Chart at 262-210-9151.Thank you for your interest in joining the TOBFD.  We look forward to having you join our Team! Sincerely,The members of the Town of Burlington Fire Department

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Ralph Rice 1933-2021

Ralph L Rice Passed away on Friday, August 20th, 2021 at the age of 87.

Son of late Richard and Ruby (Miller) Rice.  He leaves his wife, Mary (Rohda) Rice, his three children, Steve, Jeff and his wife Phyllis, Tammy and her husband Gary Chart, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

He was born in Burlington, Wisconsin on October 14th, 1933 and lived in Burlington all his adult life.  In 1954, he married Mary (Rohda).  Ralph was the proprietor of Rice Family Farms and served on various boards relating to farming.  One dearest to his heart, was his time on the Racine County Fair board/executive committee and working with the 4H program.

Ralph got involved in town government as a young man in the 1960’s when he became a volunteer firefighter.  He then joined the planning and zoning committee in the 1980’s and was elected to the town board. He served as Town Chairman from 2009 until he retired in 2021.

There will be a Celebration of Life held at the Racine County Fair Grounds from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 19th, 2021.  In remembrance of Ralph’s life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the Racine County Fair or Town of Burlington Fire Department.

 

For full obituary please see the following: https://www.integrityfamilies.net/obituary/Ralph-Rice

Racine Joournal Times story: https://journaltimes.com/news/local/it-was-never-his-agenda-burlington-town-leader-ralph-rice-remembered-for-devotion-to-taxpayers/article_adaecc33-0df7-59f8-8949-26b6ec3027fa.html