The UFA is sad to report the passing of IAFF 1st District Emeritus Vice President James King. King, 93, died January 25, 2009.
Fellow Firefighters (in uniform are welcome), family and friends may attend the viewing on Wednesday, January 28th, and Thursday, January 29th, at the New Hyde Park Funeral Home located at 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY 11040. Viewing times are 2-4:30 pm and 7-9:30 pm on both days. The memorial service will be held on Friday, January 30th, beginning at 11am at Christ Church of Oyster Bay on 61 East Main Street, Oyster Bay, NY, 11771.
Jimmy joined the FDNY in 1939 and remained active until 1969, serving in fire companies in Queens and Manhattan. Jimmy held two positions in the UFA. He was elected Treasurer in 1951 and Vice President in 1957. He served as IAFF 1st District Vice President from 1957 until 1969 when he resigned. King continued to serve as an IAFF staff representative until he retired in 1981. During his remaining years, he served as Vice President and President of the FDNY St. George Association and President of the FDNY Retired Members Association. He also held memberships in the Veteran Firefighters Association, Emerald Society, Fire Square Club and New York State Fire Chief's Association.
Fraternally,
Stephen J. Cassidy
President
Joseph A. Miccio
Recording Secretary
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