We have just received word of the passing of Patterson Fire Department's Life Member and Honorary Chief, Edward Centofante, who was a WWII Veteran serving with the US Navy in the Pacific Theater. A 51-year member of the Patterson FD, he was an active Fire Police member, even at 98 years young! We share in his loss along with the members of Patterson FD.

Honorary Chief Centofante's wake will be held at Dwyer Funeral Home, 23 South St., Patterson, NY on Tuesday, May 23 from 4:00pm-8:00pm, with a firematic service beginning at 7:00pm. His funeral will be held Wednesday morning, May 24, at 11:00am. Interment will follow at the Maple Ave Cemetery in Patterson, NY with a collation to follow at the Patterson Fire Department.