Rockland Mourns Deputy Fire Coordinator John Kryger

from Rockland County

The County of Rockland extends condolences to family, friends, and colleagues of Rockland County Deputy Fire Coordinator John Kryger.

The 81-year-old Garnerville resident has been the County Deputy Fire Coordinator since 2004 among several other accomplishments including a retired FDNY firefighter, a former County of Rockland Fire Instructor, Life Member of the Rockland County Firefighters Association and Member of the Rockland County Fire Chiefs Association, Safety Officers Association, and Fire Police Association.

"It is with a heavy heart that this administration mourns the passing of John Kryger, Deputy Fire Coordinator for the County of Rockland for two decades,” said County Executive Ed Day. “His tireless commitment to serving our community will leave an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of working alongside him. I extend my deepest sympathy to all impacted by the loss of a true hero. Let his legacy of compassion inspire us as to carry forward the values he exemplified."

“The loss of John is not only a loss to his family but to his second family, the fire service,” said Chris Kear, Director of Fire and Emergency Services. “A friend to many, he touched everyone in a wide variety of ways; firefighter, Deputy Fire Coordinator, association member, friend, parishioner and mentor. We cannot thank him enough for his passion and dedication. He will be missed on many levels.”

The wake for John Kryger will be held at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, 35 Firemen’s Memorial Drive in Pomona, Thursday March 21st from 6 to 9 p.m. and Friday March 22nd from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. with Firematic Services at 7:30 p.m. Friday.

The Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Episcopal in Garnerville, 28 Chapel Street.