Passing of Lifelong Volunteer Owen O’Hare

 
By Mount Kisco Rescue Fire Police
February 3, 2026
 

The Mount Kisco Volunteer Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its longest-serving and most beloved members, Owen O’Hare, who passed away after dedicating over six decades of his life to the community he cherished.

 

A 62-year member and Ex-Foreman of the Union Hook & Ladder Company, Owen was more than just a firefighter—he was a pillar of the Mount Kisco community. Known for his unwavering commitment, sharp wit, and generous spirit, Owen left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of working beside him.

"Owen’s life was defined by service," said a department representative. "Whether he was responding to calls with Union Hook & Ladder, keeping West Patent Elementary running smoothly as a custodian, or later serving as a parking enforcement officer for the Village, Owen never stopped giving back to Mount Kisco."

In addition to his fire service, Owen was a local business owner and a friendly face throughout town. Even in retirement, his sense of responsibility never wavered, embodying what it truly means to serve one's community.

Services to Honor Owen O’Hare

Community members are invited to pay their respects at the following services:

  • Wake Service
    Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
    Cassidy-Flynn Funeral Home, 288 Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY

  • Mass of Christian Burial
    Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
    St. Francis of Assisi Church, 2 Green Street, Mount Kisco, NY

  • Burial
    To follow immediately after Mass at Oakwood Cemetery, 304 Lexington Avenue, Mount Kisco, NY

Owen’s decades of service, generosity, and deep love for Mount Kisco will be remembered and honored by all who knew him. His legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched and the traditions he helped build within the fire department and the community at large.

Rest easy, Owen. We’ll take it from here.