ANOTHER WAR YEARS VET PASSES.
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RET FDNY LT GARY J. GATES JR.
Born: February 16, 1943
Died: September 29, 2015
U.S. Veteran Gary J Gates passed away on Tuesday , September 29, 2015 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Brooklyn to the late Gary Sr. and Rita Gates on February 16, 1943. Graduated from Erasmus Hall in 1961. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1964 and was honorably discharged in 1969, he proudly served as an Aviation Tech. Gary found his calling in 1973 with the New York City Fire Department. The majority of his career was spent with Engine 221/ Ladder 104. After his promotion to Lieutenant he worked at Metro Tech in the Transportation Division and then Field Communications. Gary was a 9/11 First Responder.He retired in December of 2001.
Moving from Brooklyn to Queens Village, NY in 1971 where he raised his family. As a snowbird, Gary maintained residency in both Queens Village and Clearwater Florida where he had many ties to the communities. In Queens, he was active as a member of the Nights of Columbus, Saint Anne's Council, and The Velorian Club. He was a handyman, "Gary of Vanderveer " was always happy and willing to help anyone with any project. In Clearwater he was the President of the Italian American Club and a Member of the Elks. At the end of every summer he truly looked forward to travelling South and reuniting with his wonderful friends in Florida. Wherever Gary went, he brought his warm smile and wonderful energy. Throughout his life Gary lived an very active lifestyle. He was quick-witted, told corny jokes, loved to play softball, golf, bowl, play cards and spend time with friends and family he held so dear. He love travelling and taking cruises and enjoying life's experiences. He was a long-suffering Mets Fan (an anti- Yankee fan) loved the Jets and the Giants, he also loved a good breakfast, cigars, Scotch and "Stuff There Like That."
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Theresa (Caliendo), and his 2 daughters Dawn Gates of Westbury and Andrea Ronan of North Bellmore. His son-in-laws John Fleigner and Steve Ronan and his six grandchildren Lauren, Brian and Sean Byrne and Kathryn, Kristen and Paige Ronan. His sisters Suzanne Gates, Judith Napolitano, and Margaret Cardone. Gary was a true family man and loved his large extended Gates and Caliendo families.
A Celebration of his life will be held at 4pm on Columbus Day Monday October 12th 2015 at the Douglaston Golf Course.
In lieu of flowers please donate to The Suncoast Hospice in Clearwater or the New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation.
www.thehospicefoundation.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=1333
nyffburncenter.com/
REST IN PEACE BROTHER....THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE BOTH MILITARY (USN) & FDNY....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES.....Another War Years Williamsburg FF gone.
Born: February 16, 1943
Died: September 29, 2015
U.S. Veteran Gary J Gates passed away on Tuesday , September 29, 2015 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Brooklyn to the late Gary Sr. and Rita Gates on February 16, 1943. Graduated from Erasmus Hall in 1961. He joined the U.S. Navy in 1964 and was honorably discharged in 1969, he proudly served as an Aviation Tech. Gary found his calling in 1973 with the New York City Fire Department. The majority of his career was spent with Engine 221/ Ladder 104. After his promotion to Lieutenant he worked at Metro Tech in the Transportation Division and then Field Communications. Gary was a 9/11 First Responder.He retired in December of 2001.
Moving from Brooklyn to Queens Village, NY in 1971 where he raised his family. As a snowbird, Gary maintained residency in both Queens Village and Clearwater Florida where he had many ties to the communities. In Queens, he was active as a member of the Nights of Columbus, Saint Anne's Council, and The Velorian Club. He was a handyman, "Gary of Vanderveer " was always happy and willing to help anyone with any project. In Clearwater he was the President of the Italian American Club and a Member of the Elks. At the end of every summer he truly looked forward to travelling South and reuniting with his wonderful friends in Florida. Wherever Gary went, he brought his warm smile and wonderful energy. Throughout his life Gary lived an very active lifestyle. He was quick-witted, told corny jokes, loved to play softball, golf, bowl, play cards and spend time with friends and family he held so dear. He love travelling and taking cruises and enjoying life's experiences. He was a long-suffering Mets Fan (an anti- Yankee fan) loved the Jets and the Giants, he also loved a good breakfast, cigars, Scotch and "Stuff There Like That."
He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Theresa (Caliendo), and his 2 daughters Dawn Gates of Westbury and Andrea Ronan of North Bellmore. His son-in-laws John Fleigner and Steve Ronan and his six grandchildren Lauren, Brian and Sean Byrne and Kathryn, Kristen and Paige Ronan. His sisters Suzanne Gates, Judith Napolitano, and Margaret Cardone. Gary was a true family man and loved his large extended Gates and Caliendo families.
A Celebration of his life will be held at 4pm on Columbus Day Monday October 12th 2015 at the Douglaston Golf Course.
In lieu of flowers please donate to The Suncoast Hospice in Clearwater or the New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation.
www.thehospicefoundation.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=1333
nyffburncenter.com/
REST IN PEACE BROTHER....THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE BOTH MILITARY (USN) & FDNY....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES.....Another War Years Williamsburg FF gone.
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RET FDNY FF JACK WATSON ENG*303....Jack Watson E303 passed away. RET prior to 1985 ? .
Services will be at Calverton National Cemetery on October 26th at 11:15am.......REST IN PEACE BROTHER...THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE BOTH MILITARY & FDNY...PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES.
Services will be at Calverton National Cemetery on October 26th at 11:15am.......REST IN PEACE BROTHER...THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE BOTH MILITARY & FDNY...PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES.
68jk09 said:
My condolences to the family of Retired FDNY Brother Jack Watson, and to the members of FDNYs Eng 303/Lad 126. I recently stopped by that firehouse and the members there were speaking of the pride and honor that has been built over the past years. It is because of the high standards that have been set by previous members who have served there.
FF Watson may you Rest in Peace. You can be very proud of the members who have walked through those same firehouse doors that you once did.
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RET CPT DANIEL A. NIGRO ENG*313....Father of FDNY Fire Commissioner Nigro....on 10-11-15 at age 94....RET in 1977 after 31 yrs OTJ....Wake at Lloyds Funeral Home 214-43 39 Av Bayside Queens NY 11361 on Tues 10-13-15.. 2-4 & 7-9 .......Wed 10-14-15 ..2-4 & 7-9.....Mass Thur 10-15-15 at Our Savior Lutheran Church 1901 Northern Blvd Manhasset LI NY 11030.....Internment To Be Determined.......REST IN PEACE BROTHER....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES...... www.legacy.com/funeral-homes/new-york/queens/lloyd-funeral-home-inc/fh-28632
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Ret. FDNY Lt. Walter J. Hettwer,
http://hosting-11936.tributes.com/obituary/show/Walter-J.-Hettwer-102929993
http://hosting-11936.tributes.com/obituary/show/Walter-J.-Hettwer-102929993
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RET FF ROGER RICHES ENG*230 & LAD*111....Viewing Friday 10/23 (2-5) (7-10) MJ Smith and Sons (718-788-2255) 255 Ninth St. Brooklyn
Funeral Mass Saturday 10/24 (10am) Holy Name of Jesus RC Church 245 Prospect Park West Brooklyn
REST IN PEACE BROTHER.....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES....especially the extended Riches Family.....RIP RODDY 63 is still too young.
Funeral Mass Saturday 10/24 (10am) Holy Name of Jesus RC Church 245 Prospect Park West Brooklyn
REST IN PEACE BROTHER.....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES....especially the extended Riches Family.....RIP RODDY 63 is still too young.
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RET FDNY BC ALFONSO C. ALTENBERGER....
www.bryantfh.com/obituaries/Alfonso-Altenburger/#!/Obituary
BC BN*39 then lifted to BN*51 (another great place) a taskmaster on some subjects but not afraid to take a hit instead of another BROTHER which he did ....REST IN PEACE BROTHER....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES.
www.bryantfh.com/obituaries/Alfonso-Altenburger/#!/Obituary
BC BN*39 then lifted to BN*51 (another great place) a taskmaster on some subjects but not afraid to take a hit instead of another BROTHER which he did ....REST IN PEACE BROTHER....PRAYERS FOR THE COMFORT OF THE FAMILIES.