February is Black History Month and we would like to recognize Ex-Chief Charlie Bullock Jr of the Central Nyack Fire Company, who was the first African American Fire Chief in Rockland County history.

In April Bullock, along with his wife and daughter passed away due to complications from COVID-19.

Chief Bullock was a 50+ year member of the Central Nyack Fire Department, Served as Chief 1978-1979, Life member of the RCVFA joining in 1971, member Rockland County Fire Chief’s Association, Honorary Member Jackson Engine Co. #3 Nyack, NYS Association Fire Chief’s.

Charlie was a former Clarkstown Police Department officer , NYS Park Police Officer and a Retired New York State Police Trooper. After retirement, he worked at Costco in Nanuet, and was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. In April a procession was held outside of his home in Piermont. It was one of the most powerful displays of respect we have ever witnessed. You can view our tribute video below.