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Officials: Long-serving New Milford firefighter dies

Firefighters say Johnson served the company for 57 years, beginning in 1968.

Emily Knapton

Apr 25, 2025, 3:53 PM

Updated 170 days ago

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Water Witch Hose Co. #2 of New Milford is mourning the passing of veteran member Walter Johnson who passed away after a brief hospitalization earlier this week.
Firefighters say Johnson served the company for 57 years, beginning in 1968. Johnson was captain from 1981 to 1982 and second assistant chief in 1983 to 1984.