Funeral for Roslyn Highlands Ex-Chief Duchnowski 12/16/2021

On Thursday, December 16th, the Roslyn Highlands Fire Company laid to rest Ex-Chief Robert “Dutch” Duchnowski. A 42 year active member, Ex-Chief Duchnowski is the companies only 3-Time Chief, serving as Chief of Department from 1991-1993, 2001-2003, and 2012-2013. During his years in the Chiefs Office, Ex-Chief Duchnowski led the Department’s response to assist the FDNY during 9/11 and was an integral part in acquiring the department’s first Amkus Rescue Tool in the early 1990’s. Outside of his years as Chief, Ex-Chief Duchnowski was a key part of the department’s trainings, apparatus design and various other committees. Condolences to the Family, Friends, and members of the Roslyn Highlands Fire Company on their loss.