George Bessler

The 2025 Mr. Seminole is George Bessler: He moved to Seminole in 1982 with his new wife Suzanne to start his career as a firefighter paramedic with Seminole Fire Rescue. George retired after 31 years of service working his way up the ranks retiring as their Fire Chief. He then went to East Lake Fire Rescue for another 9 years. George and Suzanne raised three children here in Seminole where they all still live. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Safety Administration from the Seminole Campus of St. Petersburg College. Georges other volunteer activities in the Greater Seminole community include Chamber of Commerce, Boy Scout and Girl Scout leader, Rotary, County Park Ranger at Boca Ceiga Millennium Park, School Volunteer at Osceola High and Orange Grove Elementary, Horses for Handicapped, CPR Instructor and Earth Day displays. George is passionate about educating and protecting our environment, advocating for Fire Safety and remains very active at community events. He believes his best attribute is possessing a Servants Heart.

True character is what you do when no one is watching

George