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It is with heavy hearts that the Department announces the passing of Charles "Charlie" Erickson, at the age of 92. Charlie joined in May of 1957, and was a member of the Ladder Company, dedicating more than 68 years of service to this great department, and our community.
In 1969, during a fire at the Trinity Pawling School, Charlie was involved in the rescue of a firefighter who was trapped above the fire on an upper floor with the Department's new Snorkel Truck. Charlie will always remain a part of who we are in the BFD.
It is with heavy hearts that the Department announces the passing of Louis Gasparini, at the age of 92. Lou served as Chief of Department from 1972 until 1974, and as a fire district commissioner dedicating many years of service to this great department, and our community. He will always remain a part of who we are in the BFD.
Are your hydrants clear?
Charles Erickson, Indian
Life Member James Delawder, March 15
On March 13, 2026 the Brewster Fire Department was informed of the passing of 92 year old Charles Erickson. Charlie was a 69 year life member. In every organization, there seems to be a lot of Chiefs but few Indians. Charles was an Indian who fought in many memorable fires.
On October 24, 1962 a fire involved an apartment at 48 Main Street. (Photo #2) Charlie was on a ladder by the ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Charlie shouldering the rifle during a parade. Charlie was a Korean War veteran.
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Allen Michell holding baby
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Oldest member, Allen Michell passes away
Life Member James Delawder, February 04
It is with great sadness that the Brewster Fire Department became aware that life member, Allen Michell passed away on February 2,2026. He was born on November11,1931. Allen joined the Brewster Fire Department seventy three years ago. He was born and raised in Brewster. Allen was Captain of the Ambulance for many years and was a dispatcher for ten years. At that period of time, the ... (Full Story & Photos)
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THE MOONMEN OF BREWSTER
Life Member James Delawder, November 02
One of the first calls I responded to when I joined the Brewster Fire Department (BFD) occurred during the latter part of 1976. It was early in the morning and almost the entire community was asleep. The structure reported to be on fire was Kobacker's Supermarket on North Main Street. Someone had called it into the Sheriff's Office. There was an orange glow in the rear of Kobackers. The ... (Full Story & Photos)
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BLOOD MOON
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December 1878 Journal
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?? For Whom does the Bell Toll ??
Life Member James Delawder, August 28
The Baptist Church at 460 North Main Street in Brewster is ringing its bell. Why? It is a weird time of the day. It is not a Sunday or a religious holy day. It is not due to any day of particular national significance . Why?
In 1870 The PROTECTION Fire Engine Company No. 1 was formed by local merchants. This was the precursor of what is now known as the Brewster Fire Department. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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