Rockland County Firefighters Emerald Society

03/17/2026

The Executive Board and Members would like to wish all our followers and supporters a Happy St. Patrick's Day.

Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig dhuit

03/12/2026

Thanks to the Wayne Hose kitchen crew for their annual March meeting tradition of corned beef and cabbage dinner tonight! Gets better and better every year!

02/28/2026

Thank's to all that came out last night to support our St. Patrick's Kickoff Bash and 10th Anniversary!

02/19/2026

UPDATE!!!
ANY ROCKLAND COUNTY FIREFIGHTER ATTENDING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY KICKOFF BASH THAT IS NOT ALREADY A MEMBER OF THE ROCKLAND COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS EMERALD SOCIETY WILL BE GIVEN A 2026 MEMBERSHIP WITH THEIR PAID ADMISSION!!

02/05/2026

Deepest sympathy to our member John Coyle and his family on the passing of his Dad Jack, a 70 year firefighter with Dept. 9...Rest in Peace Brother 🙏

It is with deep regret that the New City Fire Engine Company No. 1 announces the passing of Life Member John “Jack” Coyle, 94, on February 3, 2026.

He was born on June 13, 1931, in Nyack, New York, to John and Mildred Coyle.

Jack was predeceased by his beloved wife of 67 years, Janice Coyle, and by his brother, Douglas Coyle. He is survived by his son John Coyle and wife Theresa; daughter Katherine Mistele and husband Bill; and his cherished granddaughters, Sarah Mistele, Carolyn Benson and husband Tyler, and Charlsey Coyle.

Jack was a graduate of Nyack High School and Southern Methodist University and proudly served in the United States Army. He spent his professional life in the insurance and real estate industry with Coyle and Coyle Inc. He was also an active and devoted member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in New City.

A lifelong servant to his community, Jack joined the New City Fire Department on May 1, 1956, and at the time of his passing was its oldest living member, having served for an extraordinary 70 years. During his tenure, he served on numerous committees including the Carnival Committee, Fire Insurance Committee, Blood Drive, and the 1995 Convention Committee. An avid and dedicated member of the fire police, Jack responded to calls at all hours and in all weather conditions up until a couple of years ago. He will be greatly missed.

Funeral Arrangements:
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 365 Strawtown Road, New City, NY 10956. A Firematic Service will take place at 7:00 p.m.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John’s Episcopal Church.

May he rest in peace.