The Fast Crest

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    It is not certain exactly when the Fast coat of arms was developed, or all the individuals involved in its creation.  The minutes to the Celina, Ohio Fast Family Reunion (descendants of Abraham Fast, son of John Jacob Fast, son of Nicklaus Fast), did not record very much information about the creation of the Fast coat of arms. However, 1909 has been verbally passed down through the family as the year of adoption. Perhaps a subcommittee of the family reunion drafted a plan based on recommendations from its members, who later voted to accept it. Several notes from the reunion minutes (below) provide some insight, suggesting that color was added at least by 1937.

       1927   Letter from Dr. O. B Fast, 69 Church St., Fairchance, Pa., date Oct. 13, 1926, to
                  Mrs. Meda Ricketts, RFD 8, Celina, Ohio thanking her for sending him "Coat of Arms".

       1937   Coat of Arms made of red, white and black according to drafted plan.

    Over the years, the crest has been displayed on stationary, a flag or pennant (at least twice), coffee mugs, and a medallion.  It has been used to decorate clothing and the cover of a book.
    The Fast family crest belongs to all descendants of the Nicklaus Fast family.  Enjoy using it.  Display it proudly.

1. The dove - symbol of peace.	8. Red Bar - symbol of fire and zeal.
2. The Mask - a defense against injury.	9. Black Bar - symbol of the dark prospects of life, and reminds us of an unsullied character.
3. Grape Vine - symbolizes the many branches of the family tree.	10. The Latin Words - "MAGNI NOMINIS UMBRA" means "Shadow of a Great Name"
4. One Star - symbol of America's parent stock, Nicklaus Fast.	11. American Eagle - symbolizes America.
5. White bar - symbol of purity.	12. Hour Glass - marking time 1750 - family came to America 1909 - Coat of Arms adopted
6. Four Stars - one star for each of Nicklaus Fast's four surviving sons.	13. German Eagle - symbolizes German heritage.
7. Blue Bar - symbol of loyalty.