Swanton, VT. — July 4 — After Gary Centabar passed away on July 4, the Swanton Fire Department paid tribute to him by flying the American flag. Centabar contributed decades of devoted devotion to the community and the fire department during his thirty years of duty with the Swanton Village Fire Department. His dedication to defending locals and assisting other firefighters during his career was acknowledged in the tribute.

His years of service and the enduring example he established for future generations were recalled by department members. The acknowledgment was in line with the fire department's custom of paying tribute to individuals who have devoted their life to their communities and upholding their legacy of dedication and public service.