Stephen A. Coulon, 71, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at the Connecticut Hospice, Branford with his family by his side. Stephen was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on July 13, 1946 and was the son of the late Arthur and Sarah Pehrson Coulon. He was a firefighter at the former Winchester Repeating Arms, served on the New York City Police Department for many years until retiring, was an Instructor at the Connecticut Fire Academy and later was a honorary Safety Battalion Chief for the Fire Department, New York. Stephen was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Trumbull 22, and of the Hamden CERT and the Honor Legion of FDNY, was a volunteer fireman and Fire Police for the Montowese Fire Department Company #2, enjoyed teaching and being a firefighter, was a history buff and loved animals. Father of Danielle Coulon and Erik Armas (Caitlin Keough). Grandfather of Catalina, Landon and Myles Armas. Brother of Michael Coulon (Debbie). Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Also survived by his former wife and good friend Ann Armas and his beloved dog Lilli.
Family and friends may call at the Hope Christian Church, 211 Montowese Avenue, North Haven on Tuesday from 3 to 5 pm followed by a funeral service at 5:00. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Animal Haven, 89 Mill Road, North Haven, CT 06473. The North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue has been entrusted with the arrangements
He was a man from the old school whose knowledge and work ethic will be greatly missed. Along with his love of family and animals.
He was such a good man I will miss him dearly he was a great teacher with so much knowledge. I serve at company 2 in north haven and I pay my respects to the greatest man I’ve ever known. Hes a brother and will always be in my heart and he will know what I mean..
Love you and will always miss you with the upmost respect for the chief may you R.I.P.
I will miss you so much,you were there for me when I needed most my heart goes out to you and your family I love you my brother
My big cousin Steve was a tough guy when he needed to be but a gentle soul. We never got to spend much time together, for that I am sorry. Rest in peace cuz you were loved by many.
Steve was a great person who dedicated his life to public service in an effort to improve the safety of others. He will be missed.
once meeting steve you realized he was a man of compassion , knowledge , and had a strong moral compass, he was a true brother of the fire service. he will be greatly missed and God has a force to be reckoned with in his midst, Rest in Peace my Friend,
i’m so sorry. praying for you and your family
STEVE,
Nobody was smarter than you. Where will I go when I see an interesting article you would be able to anilise? After Winchester and NYPD you had a brilliant second career as a fire instructor.
I will miss you.
Paul
A fountain of knowledge, Steve was always willing to share any aspect of it – all you need do was ask. He was at his zenith in front of a classroom, articulate, knowledgable, funny and informative. Passionate about safety, accountability, duty, country and animals, but most of all, family. If he called you ‘brother’, he truly meant it and would move the world for you. Tough guy on the outside, mushy heart of gold on the inside. A man of absolute integrity to the very end. A man to respect and emulate. A man who will be truly missed. Safe travels, Steve.
Steve never had the pleasure of meeting you, really enjoyed your knowledge and posts, and respected your work. RIP Brother, bless your family. Retired #2342 in CA to CT
Steve…I was so saddened to hear of your passing. It has been so many years that we have known each other. You were a good man and never hesitated to help someone in their time of need. I send my prayers and sympathy to Danielle and your entire family. You are gone but not forgotten. Rest In Peace in God’s loving embrace and may you soar with the angels. Love Mousey (which is what you always called me).
Steve, my friend and Brother, I’m sorry you rushed off to help Mick map the heavens for the Supreme Architect of the Universe……but at least I know it will be done right. Please save a shot or two for me (whichever kind) and then we will ride the clouds.
Always a smile, and a quick joke, every ready to lend a hand. The area Fire Departments will miss his down to earth old school Instructor style. As will I.
I never had the pleasure of meeting Steve, but as a member of the recent Hamden CERT class I am benefiting from his extensive knowledge. My thought and prayers are with his family and friends during this sad and difficult time.
Ten years ago when my husband and I took our eight year old daughter, Caroline, to The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Steve and Annie were the people I knew would help. Steve typed up a twelve page booklet on everything we needed to know including directions with detailed maps, best locations to watch parade and how to beat car and foot traffic. With this valuable information we were able to have a outstanding, memorable day. Steve is the type of person who would do this and not take the credit, It was signed and sent to Caroline by Santa.
Thank you for being the best dad any girl could hope for. I will love you forever and see you again.
Your Daughter,
Danielle
Steve,
I learned today that you have shed this vale of tears, shuffled off this mortal coil. I am saddened that I will never more hear your tales of life in the big city, share a laugh at your wit, your bon mot. You are a raconteur of life’s events, accompanied by musical notes. We have traveled far in search of LIGHT, found solace in lowly places and befriended many of our ilk. I will treasure the memories we shared of the Long Island, the lakes of Michigan, the rivers in Texas and Louisiana and the beaches of Florida.
I bid you well on your journey to the undiscovered country from whose bourne, no traveler returns.
Your brother on so many levels,
Dennis
I met Steve in 1997, when he traveled to Forsyth Georgia and helped Bucky Beaver and Dennis Payne teach 25 Troopers different types of accident reconstruction. I grew fond of Steve and tried to keep contact with him ever since. He was a great teacher, he took his time and explained everything in great detail. I will surely miss him, however I know that he is a much greater place with the other Recon folks who have gone before (Mic Capman) and others. We take great comfort in knowing that one day, we will all be together again telling war stories about crashes. Steve we love you and miss you. See you again one day
You will be missed everyday my Brother! Our trips & classes will always be held close to my heart! I will do my best to carry your passion forward to the new kids and share your memory!