NEW ROCHELLE, NY (December 30, 2025) — New Rochelle Firefighters Local 273 has congratulated Firefighter Michael Yannuzzi on his retirement after 35 years of service to the City of New Rochelle.
Over the course of his career, Yannuzzi earned three Letters of Commendation, six Unit Citations, and a Life Saving Award.
In the firehouse, he led by example and was always willing to share his experience and knowledge with the younger guys coming up. If you asked a question, he made sure you walked away better prepared.
On the fireground, Yannuzzi had great instincts and a calm, steady presence you could count on. Spending his entire career at “The Big House,” there isn’t much this city could throw at him that he hadn’t already seen.
He gave everything he had to this job and was a true asset to the department.
New Rochelle Firefighters Local 273 said: “Thank you, FF Yannuzzi, for the years of dedication, the lessons passed down, and the commitment you showed every tour.”
The union added: “Enjoy a long, healthy, and well-deserved retirement, Firefighter Yannuzzi.”
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