Chief Mark Hillery of the Buffalo Fire Department passed away suddenly On Wednesday, September 15, .
The passing of Hillery was reported by the Buffalo Police Department on Friday. His reason of death is still unknown.
Beginning in September 1989, Hillery spent more than 30 years working for the Buffalo Fire Department. He received a Battalion Chief promotion in October 2008.
“Chief Hillery was widely admired, and respected throughout the department for both his technical and tactical ability, as well as his interpersonal skills. He was a servant leader, always putting his Firefighters interests above his own, and investing heavily in their professional development. He will be remembered for his service to the community, as well as his dedication and commitment to the core values of the Buffalo Fire Department and all that we stand for.”
