HOMETOWN HERO — Jeff Shinn

How long have you been a member of HTFC-23 and why did you join?
I have been a member HTFD for 4 years. I was a volunteer with Wenonah fire company for 9 years before moving to Mullica Hill. My father was a volunteer firefighter.

Do you have a family?
Yes, I have a family. My awesome and understanding wife and I have three daughters and one son. My daughters are 29, 27 and 25 and my son is about to turn 17 and is a Junior firefighter with HTFD.

What is the best part about being part of HTFD-23?
Getting to know the families and people who volunteer. Feeling connected to the community.

What do you do when you’re not fighting fires?
I work for EZtread in Delaware, when not working, I ride my Harley, sail my Hobie cat and hang out with the family.

Who would you say is the most influential person in your life and why?
Lawrence Moore because he is going to be the president someday.

What is your favorite movie and why?
Unforgiven… because… Clint Eastwood of course?

There is movie about HTFD-23 – what actor play you?
Jeffrey Dean Morgan

If you had 3 magic beans – what would you wish for?
For the pandemic to end, economic prosperity, toss up between cabin in the woods or beach house.