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Michael D. Grieco II, 54 of Newburgh, NY entered into rest on August 28, 2020
surrounded by his family and friends, after a short illness. Michael was born on
May 10, 1966 to Dominick and Julia (Loparco) Grieco, who predeceased him.
Michael was a 1984 graduate of Newburgh Free Academy where he studied auto
mechanics and then went on to dedicate his life to the 3rd generation family
business, Grieco's Service Station, which was started in 1937. He always had a
passion to serve his community and in 1985, joined the Cronomer Valley Fire
Department. He went on to become chief (1999-2002) and Fire Commissioner
(2002-2016), with which he took immense pride. Michael was an avid Nascar fan,
enjoyed going out to dinner, bowling, playing cornhole, being the best "Unkie"
to Tristan and most of all, spending time with his beloved family. Michael is
survived by his loving wife, Susan (Brichter), whom he married on May 27, 1989,
his daughters Lindsay (Daniel) Fischer, Haley (David) and Mikayla Grieco. His
grandson, pride and joy, Michael Fischer, sisters Lori (Kevin) Ostrander and
Dawn Grieco, Mother-in-law Patricia Brichter, Sister-in-law Diane (Anthony)
Esposito, Nephew Richard (Beth) McKnight, Nieces Taylor and Lily McKnight, and
many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be held from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.
on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh,
with a Firematic service at 7:00 p.m. Please be advised due to NYS regulations
regarding limited capacity, a wait time may be necessary, and masks are required
at all times. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on
Wednesday, September 2 at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh. Burial will
follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. We want to thank Montefiore St. Luke's
Cornwall Hospital and The Cronomer Valley Fire Department for their amazing
support and care during this difficult time. Donations can be made in Mike's
honor to CVFD, 296 North Plank Rd. Newburgh, NY 12550.
Remembering Michael Grieco, Past Chief & Commissioner - The Cronomer Valley Fire
District regrets to announce the passing of Michael Grieco on Friday, August 28,
2020. Our deepest sympathies go out to his wife Susan Grieco, daughters Lindsay,
Haley and Mikayla, Sisters Dawn and Lori, and his extended family who have all
been involved with the Cronomer Valley Fire Department throughout the last few
decades. Mike joined the department in 1985 and worked his way up the ranks to
become Fire Chief from 1999-2002. He then served as Fire Commissioner from 2002
until 2016. In addition to his dedicated service to the Fire Service, Mike ran
the family's third generation of Grieco's Service Station on Mill Street in the
City of Newburgh. He was a great friend to all and always willing to help those
in need. Mike was a loving husband, father, and brother but his favorite pastime
was being a grandfather. It always seemed like he was related to half of
Newburgh with his extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles
and in-laws! Mike was a good Christian and always stood up for what he felt was
right. He will tremendously missed by all who knew him. May God Bless him and
and watch over his family until they meet again. Details of his internment are
not yet known and will be posted as they become available. Rest in peace Mike,
we will take it from here.
Michael D. Grieco II, 54 of Newburgh, NY entered into rest on August 28, 2020
surrounded by his family and friends, after a short illness. Michael was born on
May 10, 1966 to Dominick and Julia (Loparco) Grieco, who predeceased him.
Michael was a 1984 graduate of Newburgh Free Academy where he studied auto
mechanics and then went on to dedicate his life to the 3rd generation family
business, Grieco's Service Station, which was started in 1937. He always had a
passion to serve his community and in 1985, joined the Cronomer Valley Fire
Department. He went on to become chief (1999-2002) and Fire Commissioner
(2002-2016), with which he took immense pride. Michael was an avid Nascar fan,
enjoyed going out to dinner, bowling, playing cornhole, being the best "Unkie"
to Tristan and most of all, spending time with his beloved family. Michael is
survived by his loving wife, Susan (Brichter), whom he married on May 27, 1989,
his daughters Lindsay (Daniel) Fischer, Haley (David) and Mikayla Grieco. His
grandson, pride and joy, Michael Fischer, sisters Lori (Kevin) Ostrander and
Dawn Grieco, Mother-in-law Patricia Brichter, Sister-in-law Diane (Anthony)
Esposito, Nephew Richard (Beth) McKnight, Nieces Taylor and Lily McKnight, and
many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be held from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.
on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh,
with a Firematic service at 7:00 p.m. Please be advised due to NYS regulations
regarding limited capacity, a wait time may be necessary, and masks are required
at all times. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on
Wednesday, September 2 at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh. Burial will
follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor. We want to thank Montefiore St. Luke's
Cornwall Hospital and The Cronomer Valley Fire Department for their amazing
support and care during this difficult time. Donations can be made in Mike's
honor to CVFD, 296 North Plank Rd. Newburgh, NY 12550.