James J. Bucci, Jr.  was born April 18, 1962 and passed suddenly on May 2, 2019.  Jim joined the Rush Fire Department in 1984 where he was a Life member. He held numerous positions as a civil officer and line officer, including 10 years as the Fire Chief. In 1989 he joined the Henrietta Volunteer Ambulance now CHS Mobile Integrated Health Care. He dedicated over 15,000 hours as a volunteer, serving in many capacities. He also achieved Life Membership at Henrietta Ambulance. In 200...

Mary (Rita) was the wife of NCNYVFA Past President Jerry Read.  She was once active in the auxiliary. She passed from this life on May 17th, 2019. If anyone would like to correspond with the family you may do so through her daughter, Mary Ann Blakely , 6517 Ontario Center Rd, Ontario, NY 14519 . Mary Ann was also a former member and did your fire prevention program with Ray Emma. 

Steven A. Little  passed away on March 28, 2019 at the age of 64. He was a devoted member of the Point Pleasant Fire Department. A longtime resident of Irondequoit, Steve rose through the ranks of the line officers and served as Chief of Department in 1994 and 1995.  He was instrumental in organizing a Fire Explorer Post which was one of the first in Monroe County. He was a past director of MCVFA. He also served many years a representative from Point Pleasant to the North Cen...

Kenneth R. Fuller of Churchville, NY entered into rest Jan. 1, 2019 at 70 years of life after a brave battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Idelbert and Arietta (Wilson) Fuller, beloved husband of Elaine (Schultze) Fuller, father of Dustin (Erin), Sanford (Amy) and Kerry Fuller, grandfather of Derrick, Melody, Kathryn, and Samuel Fuller and great-grandfather of Selena Fuller. He was a member of the Churchville Fire Department since 1973. Ken served as Capta...

Dave was born September 23, 1944 and passed from this life at the age of 73 on July 25, 2018.  Dave is survived by one son, Steven and his daughter in law, Lori. Predeceased by his beloved wife Ann. Dave was a member and Past President of the Rochester Protectives, Past President Monroe County Volunteer Firemen's Association and Past Trustee Firemen's Home in Hudson NY. He served his country in the Navy and was a member of the Fairport VFW.Burial was held August 17th at White H...

Colleen A. (Fay) Kotars, 63, of Syracuse, passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2018 peacefully with her family at her side.  Colleen was an active member of the Taunton Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for over 20 years. Contributions may be made to Taunton Fire Dept. 4300 Onondaga Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13219 or Humane CNY, 4915 West Taft Rd., Liverpool, NY 13088.Please visit www.TindallFH.com for guestbook and information. 

Harold Hayward, 80, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2018.  Harold was a member of the Honeoye-Richmond Fire Department and served as President of Northern Central from 1973 to 1975. http://doughertyfuneralhomes.com/Obits/?p=8637

The Ladies Auxiliary and the members of the MCVFA held a joint Christmas Party at Penfield Fire Company #1. A very nice dinner was catered so all could enjoy the evening.

Second Assistant Chief Justin Ryan of the Amber Volunteer Fire Department was awarded the 2017 Northern Central Firefighter of the Year at the 68th Annual Banquet of NCNYVFA on October 21st, 2017.His award was based on his actions taken at the scene of a crash on Route 80 in Tully, NY.

Pamela Fingar served as secretary for NCNYVFA for many years. The membership thanked her for all her hard work not only as secretary but for taking care of the annual beef raffle held by Northern Central. Good work Pam!

Eugene R. "Gene-O" Renner Sr.We will miss that twinkle in your eye!Penfield: September 18, 2017 at 89 years old. Beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Predeceased by his beloved wife of 60 years, Joanne Pescini Renner; daughter, Michelle Renner; parents, Orpha Sheasley Renner and Ellery Dygert; brother, Ellery Dygert; sister, Frances (Guy) Heerkens. Gene-O is survived by 5 children, Eugene Jr. (Kathy Briggs), Dianna Renner, Shirley (Glenn) Roat, Alicia (Peter) Quigley, Dav...

David T. VanMarter, 75 of Minoa, passed away at home on Thursday. He retired from Carrier in 2001. Dave served as the Chief of the Minoa Fire Department from 1981 to 1985. He also served as Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Fire Police, Vice President, Board of Director and as a mentor to many. He always remained active participating in many fund raising activities including the annual Field Days. Dave also served as a member of the Onondaga County Haz-Mat Team, Onondaga County...

Legislative Chair David Violas led an informative program at the Ontario County Public Safety Training Facility on March 4, 2017. Guest Speaker was Tony Cruz of the New York State Chapter of the Firefighter Cancer Support Network. NCNYVFA supports the legislative agenda of the Firemen's Association of the State of New York.