Plainfield Vulcan Pioneers of Union County, NJ Inc.

09/04/2025

We want to take the time to honor and remember our most recently fallen brother, F.F. Craig A Johnson. He was a proud member of the Plainfield Vulcan Pioneers and served the city and community of Plainfield for over 25 years. He was the life of the party and you could always find him on the dance floor or riding his beloved motorcycle. He will be sorely missed and was taken too soon. Rest easy brother, and we'll take it from here.

Arrangements are located at the last slide of this post. A gathering at "The Spot" on the west end will take place after his wake.

03/02/2025

We would like to congratulate all the members that were recently promoted. Additionally, we would like to recognize Chief Damon, who became the first African American woman to attain the rank of Deputy Chief in the state of New Jersey.

02/03/2024

The Plainfield Vulcan Pioneers extend their sincerest condolences to the family of Marques Hudson and the Plainfield Fire Department. He was laid to rest on February 3, 2024. He was an eager young firefighter with a desire to learn and perfect his craft. F.F. Hudson will be sorely missed. Marques was posthumously promoted to the rank of Lieutenant, and received the Medal of Honor from the International Association of Black Professional Firefighters.

06/29/2023

We want to take the time to remember our most recently fallen brother, F.F. Darnell "Bleep Bleep" Randolph. F.F. Randolph served the city for 26 years. After retirement, he returned to the Plainfield Fire Department as a civilian inspector. He was always joking and trying to make those around him smile. He always offered you some of whatever he was eating around the station. He wanted to make sure everyone around him was good. Darnell was an avid bowler, pool player, and loved playing cards. You will be sorely missed.

05/19/2023

We have Plainfield Vulcan Pioneer patches and challenge coins available for sale. The challenge coins feature retired Fire Chief Frank Tidwell. The patches are $5 and the coins are $25. Message me to purchase and add $5 if shipping is needed.

05/04/2023

On March 30th, members of the Plainfield Vulcans attended a career day for the students of Hubbard School. Over 120 students were in attendance to learn about the process of becoming a firefighter. They also got the chance to try on some personal protective equipment, and inspect a fire engine. Any schools in the area that would like a presentation reach out to our organization.

01/04/2023

We want to take the time to remember our most recently fallen brother, Lt. James L. Grundy. Lt. Grundy was a proud Plainfield firefighter and member of the Plainfield Vulcans. He was an active member and former president of the organization. He also held an executive board position within the North East Region of the IABPFF. He dedicated 29 years of service to his community. He will be sorely missed. Rest easy and we will take it from here.

01/04/2023

The Plainfield Vulcan Pioneers hosted an Ugly Sweater Party in order to raise funds to purchase gifts for children in the community. The Fountain Baptist Church of Summit, NJ assisted in gift donations. The Plainfield Vulcans partnered with the Joanne Hollis Tenant Association to give gifts out to the young residents that they serve.

11/03/2014

Dear Northeast Family,

The following individuals, who are members of the Plainfield Vulcan Pioneers of Union Co., NJ Inc. are being promoted tomorrow, November 4, 2014:

Firefighter Rodney J. William to Fire Lieutenant

Fire Captains Gary Edwards and Ronnie S. Belin are being appointed to the rank of Provisional Battallion Fire Chief.

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Place: Plainfield City Hall Library

515 Watchung Avenue

Plainfield, NJ 07060

Congratulations to all those members.

Keeping the fire burning for justice,

James L. Grundy, Jr.

Corresponding Secretary

P.V.P.U.C., Inc.

08/24/2014

Dear Northeast Regional Family,

Below is the information about the hotel.

To all Chapter Presidents: There will be a president's meeting @ 1800 hours on Friday, October 3, 2014.
We are trying to have another class on Friday, October 3, 2014 for all those who pre-register before that Friday. Details of the class will forthcoming on the Drum, NE Regional Website and page.

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Keeping the fire burning for justice,

James L. Grundy, Jr.
Corresponding Secretary
Northeast Region, IABPFF

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06/18/2014