Brookline Firefighter Announces Retirement After 40 Years

BROOKLINE, MA — After nearly four decades serving the community, Brookline Firefighter William "Billy" Johnson is preparing to retire this summer.

The Brookline Fire Department recently recognized Johnson for reaching 40 years of service, calling the milestone "a tremendous achievement in the fire service."

Johnson was appointed to the department on Nov. 4, 1985, and graduated first in his drill-school class in January 1986. He later became a certified emergency medical technician, a certification he has maintained since 1989.

According to the town, Johnson recently informed department leadership that he plans to retire in July after four decades of service to Brookline residents.

Over the course of his career, Johnson witnessed major changes in firefighting and emergency medical response, serving through multiple generations of equipment, training standards and public-safety practices.

The town said Johnson's retirement marks the end of a career defined by dedication to both the department and the community. In recognizing the milestone, officials thanked him for his service and wished him and his family a happy and healthy retirement.

Johnson is expected to retire later this summer.

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