Firebaugh -Continued-

Dennis Vasquez was born and raised in Firebaugh. In fact, there is a street in Firebaugh called Vasquez Drive, named after his grandfather. Dennis began truck driving, however wanting to be closer with his daughter, he found a new opportunity working as a janitor for Firebaugh School District. Dennis has worked at all 4 school sites in the district, and he has worked for 23 years. He has been involved with the school politics, and with city politics as well. He's even thinking about running for Mayor. Dennis is known for his positive attitude and hard-working mentality. 

Ronald (left) and Jeff Louie have worked at Westside Drug ever since they could work. Their father Bill opened the business in 1948. Bill commuted from Los Banos to Fresno, always passing Firebaugh. He saw a need for a pharmacy, so he filled it. The building was originally a Miller and Lux market store, as you see in the painting behind Ron and Jeff. This has been the only pharmacy in Firebaugh since I have lived here, and it is a very important place. Without this business, those in need of medications would have to travel at least 15 miles to Dos Palos. For many who cannot drive, this is hard to do. In this way, Bill, Ron, and Jeff are very important and loved figures of Firebaugh. 

Sadie Navarro has worked and volunteered in Firebaugh for 28 years. She worked at Bailey, the local primary school, for 20 years. She then began working at the local Senior Center for 2 years, when she retired. However, Sadie continues to volunteer at the Senior Center going on 6 years. She's seen here helping with the BINGO game. Sadie also volunteers at my Church where my father preaches. She sings in the choir, and helps out at the youth group which is open to the community called Eagles Nest. Sadie can also be found at the sporting events in Firebaugh, she is especially involved with the Pop Warner youth football teams. The junior team even gave her a ring for their championship in 2016. Sadie was also appointed Grand Marshall for Firebaugh High School's homecoming. Sadie is a beloved member of our community. She has watched many men and women grow up from little kids, to having kids of their own. She is one of the most giving and caring women I have ever met.