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It is with heavy hearts that the East Franklin Fire Department announces the passing of Ex-Chief J. Gary Howarth.
Gary dedicated his time to serving his community and the fire service, not only as Chief of East Franklin Fire Department (1986 & 1990) but also as a Fire Commissioner for Franklin Township Fire District No. 3 from 1983 to 1984.
His dedication, service, and contributions to our department and community will always be remembered. He will forever be a part of the Station 27 family.
Gary was also a member of Middlebush Fire Department and Franklin Park Fire Department.
On behalf of the officers and members of East Franklin Fire Department, we extend our deepest condolences to the Howarth family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Rest easy, Chief. Thank you for your years of service and dedication.
** UPDATE WITH SERVICE INFORMATION**
Services for Ex Chief J. Gary Howarth
East Franklin Volunteer Fire Department
Wake - Sunday 11-1-2026
2pm - 5pm (Firefighter Service 4pm)
Gleason Funeral Home
1360 Hamilton Street
Somerset, NJ 08873
Funeral Services - Monday 11-2-2026
9am
Gleason Funeral Home
9:30am Disembark to
St. Peters Church
94 Somerset St.
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
10 am Mass
Burial
St Bernards Cemetery
551 NJ-28
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Repast following services
Station 27 - East Franklin Fire Dept.
121 Pinegrove Ave.
Somerset, NJ 08873
Any questions or concerns please call or text Dan Krushinski, Chief Station 27 at 732-261-6284
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Galls and East Franklin Fire Department hosted Retired FDNY Lt. Ray Mcormick and Battalion Chief Patrick Wirkus of the City of Elizabeth Fire, also founder of Division Command Training for a two part lecture series.
Special thank you to Carlos Lopez of Galls for sponsoring the event.
Thank you to The City Of New Brunswick Fire Department, Finderne Fire and Rescue, Hillsborough Station 38, Warren Fire and Rescue, Somerset Fire and Rescue, Holland Township Fire Department, and Edison Fire Department for attending last nights training.
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As Fire Prevention is wrapping up in the District, we want to give a special shout out to Foreman Naiomy Rivera. If you’ve been to any of the community events, there’s a good chance you’ve seen her there too! 😉
Thank you Ms. Kessler for your kind words!
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