PARSIPPANY — At a recent Township Council meeting Mayor James Barberio presented a special proclamation to retiring Fire Chaplain Richard Horn for his 38 years of service to Parsippany-Troy Hills. Then Donald Bragg was named as Horn’s replacement and given his badge during the ceremony.
The proclamation presented to Rev. Richard Horn from Mayor James Barberio read:
Whereas, many individuals contribute to the well-being and welfare of others by giving tirelessly of their time and energy without desire for recognition or remuneration for personal gain; and
Whereas, Reverend Richard W. Horn has announced his retirement after serving 38 years as Chaplain for the Parsippany-Troy Hills Joint Chiefs Council; and
Whereas, Reverend Horn has been a powerful influence in our community and has earned and also justly deserves public recognition for his 21 years of service as the Chaplain for the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department; and
Whereas, Reverend Horn has embodied the highest quality service standards that any organization could hope for and his dedication to his follow man, the Parsippany-Troy Hills community and to all those in need is exemplified by his words, deeds and character; and
Whereas, Reverend Horn has counseled and comforted our police, fire and community members with spiritual insight, support and a very calming demeanor.
Now Therefore I, James R. Barberio, Mayor of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, do hereby extend appreciation to Reverend Richard W. Horn for his many years of faithful service and further proclaim that his outstanding service and dedication shall not be forgotten.