Firefighter Charles Wittreich, age 68, of the Secaucus Fire Department’s Engine Company #1, died on May 20, 1965, after being struck at the scene of a brush fire.

At the time of his death, he was the oldest living member of the Secaucus Fire Department. He joined the department in 1921.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline; sisters Anna and Dora; brothers John, Henry, and Otto. He is survived by his brother Edward and several nieces and nephews.

Charles was also a member of the local Masonic lodge.