Juan Moreno, III
September 16, 1971 ~ June 6, 2023
The town of Roosevelt and Newburgh, NY is in shock and mourning after the untimely death of Juan Moreno, III on June 6, 2023. He was the victim of a vehicular homicide. A cherished community member, Juan was known for his gentle spirit and unwavering commitment to public safety and upholding the law.
Born in Manhasset, NY on September 16, 1971, Juan aspired from a young age to follow in his father's footsteps as a ?re?ghter. As he grew older, he developed a passion for 80's & 90's hip- hop music, collecting marvel comic books, model trains and ?reman paraphernalia. Juan was also an artist and loved to draw. But most of all he, loved spending time with family and friends.
Juan dedicated nearly two decades of his life to the New York State O?ce of Parks and Recreation & Historic New York City Region, where he served as a Regional Director, Health and Safety Emergency Manager. His dedication and expertise earned him the respect under the leadership of governors George E. Pataki and Andrew Cuomo, who recognized Juan's contributions to public safety and emergency preparedness throughout his career. Including Juans conjoining e?orts assisting the American Red Cross during 9/11.
In 2007, Juan realized his lifelong dream of becoming a ?re?ghter when he joined the Cronomer Valley Fire Department in Newburgh, NY. He quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming the department's ?rst African American ?re chief. There, he demonstrated unparalleled leadership skills, overseeing ?re?ghting operations, disaster-relief e?orts, and personnel management.
In 2023, Juan graduated from the Florida State Prison Training Institute and became a correctional O?cer. Even there, he developed endearing relationships and became a valued and dedicated employee under the leadership of Warden Donald Davis.
Beyond his work as a ?re?ghter, Juan was an accomplished captain and operator of boats, hosting tours and private events in New York City. He also founded a dive team for the Cronomer Fire Department, a testament to his love of the open water.
But above all, Juan cherished his family, especially his children. His goal was to plant a seed in each of his children so they could grow to be amazing human beings. In 2017, Fantasia, his oldest, made Juan a grandfather when she gave birth to twin girls Nevi and Nylah. Juan loved spending time with his children, whether ?shing with his father and son or deep-sea diving with his daughter Iyanna. He also adored his mother and drove 400 miles every weekend to visit her.
Juan is survived by his parents Juan Moreno Jr. and Gloria Jean Barner-Moreno, his sisters Nita Estelle Fraizer, brother-in-law Brian Fraizer, sister Shana Denise Elizabeth Moreno, his children Fantasia Lamia Moreno, Devin Moreno, and Iyanna Moreno, his granddaughters Miss Nevi Baker and Nylah Baker, and niece and nephews Zachary James Fraizer, Zen Fraizer, and Nadia Lillian Ann Moreno. The town of Roosevelt and Newburgh along with all the communities Juan lived in will never forget his kindness, generosity, and commitment to making the world a safer and better place.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Cronomer Valley Fire Dept. Social Hall on June 25th, 2023 from 1pm-3pm.