In Memory OfFire Chief Bryant D. Stevens

Chief Bryant D. Stevens, 66, New York State Fire Administrator, born February 7, 1958, passed away from health complications on February 22, 2024. Over 38 years, he rose from inspector to the state's top fire official. He served at Ground Zero after 9/11 as a liaison between the state's rescue team and the FDNY, and led the Superstorm Sandy response. A longtime volunteer and former chief of the Colonie Fire Company, he loved his Harley and taught motorcycle safety. He treasured his wife, Tina, and his grandchildren. Rest easy; We have the watch now! Til Valhalla, Brother!