IAFF Local F-147

04/24/2026

Local F-147 regrets to announce the passing of our retired Firefighter, Vincent “Wh**ey” Supienski

Please keep Wh**ey and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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03/18/2026

Local F-147 regrets to announce the sudden passing of our retired Fire Inspector, Brian Bass.

At this time, arrangements are not yet available but will be shared as soon as they are confirmed.

Please keep Brian and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

03/14/2026

02/06/2026

Line of Duty Death: The members of NWS Earle Fire and Emergency Services, IAFF Local F-147, grieve alongside the family of the fallen firefighter and stand in solidarity with all the members of the Camden Fire Department during this incredibly difficult time.

We honor the sacrifice, service, and bravery of our fallen brother. He will never be forgotten.

01/13/2026

The Officers and Members of NWS Earle IAFF Local F-147 extend our sincere condolences to the Erichsen family and to the members of the Fort Monmouth Fire Department on the passing of Fort Monmouth Fire Chief (Ret.) John C. Erichsen.

Chief Erichsen’s dedication, leadership, and service will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and fellow firefighters during this difficult time.

Rest in peace, Chief.

It is with deep regret and sadness that we announce the passing of Fire Chief (ret) John C Erichsen. Arrangements would be will be posted when they are set. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.

01/10/2026

***CONGRATULATIONS***

On behalf of the Officers and Members of NWS Earle IAFF Local F-147, we extend our sincere congratulations to Monmouth County Fire Marshal Fred Migliaccio on his retirement from the Monmouth County Fire Marshal’s Office. Fred’s knowledge, leadership, and dedication have been invaluable resources to firefighters throughout Monmouth County, and his contributions will have a lasting impact.

We also wish Craig Flannigan the very best of luck in his new role within Monmouth County. We are confident he will continue the strong tradition of service and leadership.

12/28/2025

IAFF Local F-147 is very proud to announce that our own Assistant Chief (and former Local F-147 VP) Frank McCleaster has been named the Naval Weapons Station Earle Senior Civilian of the Year! Very well
Deserved honor! Congratulations Frank!!

11/27/2025

The Officers and Members of IAFF Local F-147 would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Carlos from Galls. During the recent government shutdown, your kindness and generosity truly made a difference.

We offer our deepest gratitude for reaching out, offering support, and donating Thanksgiving meals to the members of IAFF Local F-147 working on Thanksgiving.

Your unwavering support for our IAFF Local F-147 family did not go unnoticed, and we are forever grateful for our incredible community.

Thank you for standing with us. Happy Thanksgiving

11/25/2025

The Officers and Members of IAFF Local F-147 would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Mid-Monmouth County Fire Chief’s Association. During the recent government shutdown, your kindness and generosity truly made a difference.

We offer our deepest gratitude to everyone who reached out, offered support, and donated Thanksgiving meals to the members of IAFF Local F-147 this week.

Your unwavering support for our IAFF Local F-147 family did not go unnoticed, and we are forever grateful for our incredible community.

Thank you for standing with us.

11/13/2025

President Donald Trump signed H.R. 5371 last night, reopening the federal government after a 43-day shutdown and restoring pay for thousands of federal fire