Loving father of Allen (Stacy), Brian (Susan), Christopher (Patty), Donna (Luke), Erik (Meghan). Cherished Grandfather of Danielle (Joseph), Matthew, Zachary, Shane, Danielle, Nicholas, Joshua, Jeremy, Kaysi, Kyle, Jacob, Kayleigh, Brandon, Alex and Ryan. Beloved Brother of Suellen (Joe Eschbach) and Carolann (the late, Richard Boardman). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Veteran of the US Army and US Air Force Reserve. 58 year member of the St James Fire Department, Ex-Chief, Ex-Commissioner and Past President. Proud member of the Eagle Hook & Ladder Co. 7. and longtime member of the Wildcats Drill Team. Past President of the Smithtown Fire Chiefs Council, Suffolk County Fire Chiefs Council and the Suffolk County Drill & Parade Team Captains Association. Proudly served as an official on the track for the NYS Drill Teams. Cherished friend of the Henrietta Ol’Henries Drill Team and the Savannah Cellarsavers Marching Band (KAB).