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Here’s How You Can Help The Family of a Fallen Hudson Valley Cop
A GoFundMe was started for the family of a Hudson Valley police officer and firefighter who passed away at the age of 47.
On July 18, 47-year-old John Courtenay of Middletown died at his home after a lengthy illness. Courtenay was born in Warwick in 1971, he graduated high school in Chester and soon followed his grandfather and father's footsteps and become a police officer.
Courtenay was an officer for the Village of Chester Police Department for over 20 years, according to GoFundMe.
He started his career as a police officer in 1996 with the Town of Chester Police Department. In 2001, he transferred to the Village of Chester Police Department. He was also a member of the Chester Volunteer Fire Department, Walton Engine and Hose Company and served as President.
Courtenay is survived by his wife and three daughters. A GoFundMe was set up to help his wife and daughters.
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