Jake Parris, Coach, Patchogue 40 Thieves

[Alumni]

It is with deep regret that we announce that Calvin "Jake" Parris, longtime coach of the Patchogue 40 Thieves Drill Team, Honorary Chief of the Patchogue Fire Department and past New York State Firefighter of the Year, has answered his last alarm.

SERVICES:

All wake services will be at the Van Guard Firehouse, 11 Park Street, Patchogue.

Tuesday November 10th- 6pm to 9pm-

Wednesday November 11th- 2-4pm, 6-9pm.

FIREMATIC SERVICES:
Wednesday November 11th- 8:00pm.

FUNERAL:
Thursday November 12th
10:30 Mass Service at St. Francis De Sales Church, South Ocean Avenue, Patchogue. Burial will follow at the Cedar Grove Cemetary, Jennings Ave, Patchogue.


We are asking if any teams would like to take part in a "B" Truck tribute, Thursday morning, at the Rider Ave. Track where we held our yearly drills, please PM me on here ASAP. We will be taking Jake on our "B" Truck for one last ride down the track and through the arch and it would be heartwarming to see some of his friends, young and old, there to see him off.

On behalf of the Parris family, The Patchogue Fire Department and the 40 Thieves Drill Team, thank you for the kind words and sentiments.

Timothy Bigotti
Patchogue 40 Thieves

[Riverhead]

Condolences to the Parris family, the Forty Thieves, the Van Guards and the Patchogue FD. Jake was one of a kind.

[The Watch]

To the Parris Family and the Forty Thieves:

Joe and I would like to express our deep sorrow at the passing of Jake. We will always remember him and his dedication to the team and the sport of facing.

If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know.

[oldbastard]

My thoughts and prayers are with the Parris family, the Forty Thieves, the Van Guards, and the Patchogue Fire Dept. Jake's dedication to our sport was profoundly evident. He will surely be missed.
R.I.P Jake.

[Cat72]

A true icon has passed.
Will always remember Jake's infectious smile. You could tell by looking in his eyes, the wheels were turning constantly looking to gain an advantage any way he could-- that's racing!


R.I.P. Jake.

Let us know if we can help with anything,
Lenny S.J.F.D.

[nhpfd794]

The New Hyde Park Fire Department and the Termites Drill Team send our condolences to the Parris family, the Patchogue Fd, and the 40 Theives Drill Team.

Frankie
NHP Termites

[daytonadave]

I CAN STILL HEAR HIM SAYING '' GOD DAMN LAZY KIDS''. R.I.P. JAKE

[limphose]

True champion, condolences to the Parris family and VG.

[h4digger]

RIP.

[ranger2212]

the highlanders send there regards

[slowpokes04]

The Selden Fire Department and the Slowpokes Drill Team send our condolences to the Parris family, the Patchogue FD, and the 40 Theives Drill Team.

Timmy if you guys need anything let me know

Jonathan
Selden FD

[JUSMIK]

The North Bellmore fire dept and Rinky Dinks drill team send our condolence to the Patchogue VG & Patchogue fire dept , Patchogue 40 Thieves drill team and the Parris family . Our thoughts and prayers are with you..

God speed
Mike Boland
N.B.F.D.

[hnic04]

condolences to the Parris family and the van guards

Westerners

[hellraiser359]

Condolences to the Parris family, the Patchogue FD, and the 40 Theives.

Coram Hellraisers.

[digger127]

Deepest condolences to the Parris family, the Forty Thieves, and the Patchogue Fire Department. Racing has lost a dedicated man. Jake and his sons coached us on a number of events in the early 80's to help us become more competitive. I will never forget their help and assistance. RIP.

Ed Sieban
Former member of the Floral Park Doodlebugs