Private Stephen A. Machcinski

Private Stephen A. Machcinski, 42, was appointed March 20, 1998, and had served approximately 16 years. Private Machcinski proudly wore Badge Number 80. He was a graduate of Whitmer High School and Owens Community College, where he received his degree in Fire Science.

After graduating from the Toledo Fire & Rescue Academy, Private Machcinski was assigned to Engine 13 in the Birmingham Neighborhood on “C” Platoon. He spent most of his time serving in that neighborhood until he transferred to Engine 3 in North Toledo, still assigned to “C” Platoon.

While stationed at Engine 13, Machcinski was recognized with a plaque on the Toledo Fire & Rescue Tree for his actions rescuing a resident during a fire in 2001.

Private Machcinski lived in the same neighborhood in which he was raised.

He is survived by his parents, Ken and Sharon; brother Rick and his wife Terri; by his sister Beth and her husband Chris Hoye; his niece, Grace and nephew Brandon.