Publisher's Synopsis
This true story shares the life of one of Nashville Fire Departments greatest treasures and one of the City of Nashville's finest servants. Robert "Bobby" Connelly began his career as a firefighter in 1959. He gave 53 years of his life to the service of his community, the department, those he served with, and the time honored tradition of the firefighting brotherhood. He began his life with a humble upbringing and a faith that God always had a plan for him. Bobby is a legend in the firefighting community; not just for his dedication to the job itself, but for the relationships he nurtured and the lives he touched along the way. For those who served alongside him, Bobby isn't just a firefighter, a leader, and a friend; he is family. Despite the many heartaches and trials he faced throughout his life, Bobby put his faith and trust in God. He was refined by fire & as iron sharpens iron, Bobby shared his gifts of love, family, spirit, and determination with every person he encountered along the way. Refined by Fire: The Bobby Connelly Story, is an encouraging testimony that moves, uplifts, and inspires.
