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Passing of Member – Roger Preble

Roger M Preble, age 90, of Homosassa, Florida, passedaway December 6, 2025, at Vitas Hospice in Lecanto, FL.Roger was born on March 14, 1935, in White Plaines, NY toEdgar and Alice (Brey) Preble. He was a retired SeniorInvestigator for the New York Police Department and movedto Florida 40 years ago […]
Message From The President
Our new bylaws and constitution were passed at the January meeting. Thank you to all for your support and help.
VFD Benevolent Meeting 1/6/26
There will be a meeting for VFDB on Tuesday, January 6th Time – 7pmLocation – Engine Company #1Agenda – Elections and bi-laws vote
Proposed Amending of Existing Bi-Laws
Vision Benefits Announcement

Lump Sum Membership Dues
Starting October 7th, any member (active or exempt) over the age of 65 has the option to pay a lump sum of $60 for dues as opposed to having to remember to send in $4/year. All dues payments should be sent directly to 330 Columbus Avenue, Valhalla, NY.
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide relief, aid and assistance to the volunteer members of such corporation who are disabled, indigent or injured in the performance of their duties, and their families; to promote and safeguard the welfare of the volunteer members of such corporation, and their families; to maintain a suitable headquarters for […]
Passing of Member – Robert Zevola

November 21, 1936 ~ January 16, 2023 (age 86) https://www.hawthornefuneralhome.com/obituary/Robert-Zevola Obituary Surrounded by his family Robert Anthony Zevola died peacefully on January 16, 2023 at the age of 86. Bob was born in Dobbs Ferry, NY on November 21, 1936 to Daniel and Mary Zevola (nee Foster). He graduated from Saunders High School […]
Passing of Member – Marcos Castro
August 1 1930 – January 3, 2023 Marcos Castro Obituary – Visitation & Funeral Information (crowellbrothers.com) Marcos Castro, 92, of Sugar Hill, Georgia, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. A visitation for Marcos will be held on Saturday, January 14, from 2:00 PM-4:00 […]
Passing of Member – Andrew Joseph Bratton
August 19, 1990 – January 7, 2022 (31 years old) With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Andrew Joseph Bratton (Hawthorne, New York), who passed away on January 7, 2022 at the age of 31. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with […]
Passing of Member – Joseph P. Primerano, Sr.

August 26, 1942 ~ February 10, 2021 (age 78) Obituary Joseph P Primerano, 78, of Valhalla, NY, went home on February 10, 2021. Born at White Plains Hospital on August 26, 1942, to Nina and Guiseppe Primerano, Joe grew up in White Plains and graduated from White Plains High School in 1960. He […]
Passing of Member – Ralph L. Nicoletti, Sr.

January 26, 1922 ~ November 14, 2020 (age 98) Obituary Ralph L. Nicoletti, Sr., 98, a life-long resident of Valhalla, passed away on November 14, 2020 after a brief illness. He was born on January 26, 1922 to Nicola and Delia (Pacensa) Nicoletti. He graduated from White Plains High School in 1941. He […]
Passing of Member – Eugene W. Penner (Gene)

Obituary Eugene W. Penner (Gene) New Hartford – Mr. Eugene W. Penner (Gene) (Joe), 94, of New Hartford, NY, passed away on November 10, 2021, at his home, with his loving family by his side. Eugene W. Penner was born on March 23, 1927, in Utica, NY,, the son of […]
Passing of Member – George A. Stone

November 7, 1939 ~ July 17, 2021 (age 81) Obituary George A. Stone 81, of Bedford and Valhalla, N.Y. and most recently of Jensen Beach, FL, earned his final wings after thirty plus years as a Corporate Pilot and Director of Aviation on July 17, 2021.He was born on November 7, 1939 to […]