West Long Branch Fire Co. #2

04/20/2022

It is with deep regret and sorrow the West Long Branch Fire Department announces the sudden passing of Firefighter Biagio “Billy” Guzzi.

Billy joined the fire department in 2003 with his brother Santo at Fire company no.1. Billy served as a top call responder for many years. He also took a special interest in all Mack fire apparatus. Billy would be seen all over town on his bike with his son Biagio on the back. He was a friendly face with a great personality.

On behalf of the chief officers, company officers, and members of the West Long Branch Fire Department we wish your deepest sympathies to Billy’s family and friends.

Visitation will be held at the Damiano Funeral Home, 191 Franklin Avenue in Long Branch on Friday, April 22 from 5-8 pm. Funeral Saturday, 9:00 am from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 10:30 am St. Dorothea’s Church in Eatontown. Entombment will follow at Woodbine Mausoleum in Oceanport.

07/26/2021

It is with profound sadness that the West Long Branch Fire Company #2 announces the passing of brother Firefighter David J. Phillips Jr.

Dave began his career of service back in 1968 with the Deal Fire Department and First Aid Squad, where he actively served for many years. In 1972, Dave joined the ranks of the Deal Police Department as a Police Officer, where he served for 30 years, before retiring in 2002.

After retiring, Dave joined the West Long Branch Fire Department, in the town where he raised his family. Dave was very involved in the Fire Department, serving as Company Captain from 2010-2011. Dave also served as Secretary of the Firemans Relief Association and Treasurer of the company for numerous years. Dave lived a life of service and could always be counted on for assisting with company drills, firehouse clean ups and events. Dave will be greatly missed by many.

Daves legacy of service is carried on by his two sons, Past Chief of Department and current Assistant Chief Timothy Phillips, and Firefighter David J. Phillips III. Both, David and Timothy, are also Career Firefighters for the City of Long Branch.

On behalf of the officers and members of the West Long Branch Fire Company #2, we offer our deepest sympathies to the Phillips family during this difficult time.

Services for Firefighter Phillips are as follows:

Viewing:
Friday July 30, 2021 from 4pm-8pm
Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home.

Funeral Services:
Saturday July 31, 2021 @ 9am
Woolley-Boglioli Funeral home w/ entombment to follow at Woodbine Cemetery.

02/09/2021

**Funeral Notice**

Funeral Services for F/F Danny Mellaci will be held Saturday, February 13, 2021 at the St. Michaels Church, 800 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, N.J. 07740

Funeral Mass will begin at 12:00 Noon. All Firefighters and Apparatus are to assemble no later than 11am at St. Michaels Church. Firefighters and Apparatus arriving will be directed by the MCFM Fire Coordinators to line up on Ocean Avenue for the final salute to Danny.

02/05/2021

It is with a profound sadness that the West Long Branch Fire Department, Company No.2 announce the untimely passing of Firefighter Daniel Mellaci. Danny joined the fire department in 2009. In his tenure he was an active member of the department up until his illness took a more direct role.
In addition to giving of himself and his time for the residents of West Long Branch. He continued his service to the residents of Monmouth County as a 9-11 tele-communicator. He was a well-rounded member of the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office Communications Division. Since his heart was completely in the fire service, he was one of the best fire dispatchers. Whether a person calling for help or a calm assertive and professional voice on the other end of the radio. Danny far exceeded the expectations of that role.

Danny joined The Atlantic Engine & Truck Co. 2 of the Long Branch Fire Dept-2009, the Wayside Fire Co. in Tinton Falls in 2017 and became a New Jersey Emergency Medical Technician. As well as becoming a fire inspector for the Borough of Manasquan. If that wasn’t enough, he was a part time Uniform Firefighter for Squankum Fire Co. in Howell Twp.

Danny had a captivating way of making his presence known with a subtle smile. Not only in life was Danny thinking of service to others but in death as well. Danny chose at a young age to become an organ donor. So, we celebrate this brave young man who gave so much of himself to others.

The chiefs, officers, and members of the West Long Branch Fire Department wish to extend our deepest condolences to his loving wife and family. Danny was a husband son brother nephew uncle and ultimately an inspiration to us all.

Firefighter Daniel Mellaci
End of Watch 2-4-2021

Danny I know for a fact that this was long winded and I’m sure “it’s stupid”. It was our pleasure pal. We will miss you.

02/25/2020

One of our own needs your help. Danny is a member our fire company and at the young age of 29 has been diagnosed with ALS. Please click the link to the GoFundMe that has been set up for him to help with the financial burden that this disease has placed on him and his family. He needs our support.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease) is aprogressive… Thomas Mellaci needs your support for Dollars For Danny, Kick the ASS Out Of ALS

12/11/2019

The West Long Branch Fire Co. #2 would like to announce the officers for 2020

Chief Tim Phillips
Chief Vic Huhn Jr
Captain Nick Saffioti
Captain Vic Huhn Sr
Lieutenant Jim Quinn
Lieutenant Dennis O’Rorke

Congratulations

10/31/2019

It is with deep regret that the West Long Branch Fire Company No.2 announce the passing of brother firefighter and ex chief James C. Migliaccio. Ex Chief Migliaccio was a 65 year member serving as chief in 1970. Ex Chief Migliaccio also served as financial secretary as well as on many committees over his tenure. Ex-chief Migliaccio or more affectionately known as “Jimmy Blue” was a long standing pillar of this company. Jimmy was always involved in multiple projects, most of which were for the fire company. I’m sure most members will have a fond memory of Jimmy Blue, with a project or in the afternoon watching his television programs. His legacy will continue to be represented by his son ex Chief Fred Migliaccio and current Fire Marshall for the County of Monmouth, as well as his Grandson James F. Migliaccio company member and Uniformed Firefighter for the City of Long Branch.

On behalf of the officers and members of West Long Branch Fire Company No.2., we wish the Migliaccio family our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

06/03/2018

Hey everyone stop by the First Aid Squad open houseon Monmouth Rd and check us out

05/03/2018

On behalf of West Long Branch Fire Co. #2 we want to send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of F.F. John Anastasia of the Asbury Park Fire Department. John was also a member of the Deal Fire Co. Rest In Peace John.

02/14/2018

Congratulations to Firefighter Tom Ruane on your Graduation from North Hudson Regional Fire Rescue Training Academy. Tom is starting his career with the Department at Squad 2 Good luck, Be safe