Daniel P. Spratt
Spratt, Chief Daniel P. WATERVLIET Chief Daniel P. Spratt, 60, former Chief of the Watervliet Fire Department, died Wednesday, October 1, 2008 at home following a brief illness. Born on April 1, 1948, he was a lifelong Watervliet resident, the son of the late Asst. Chief Richard H. Spratt, WPD and Jane Clancy Spratt. Chief Spratt was educated at St. Brigid's School, Catholic Central High School and attended Hudson Valley Community College. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Korea during his service. Following his return from the military, Dan embarked on his career continuing to serve in his community in public safety as a member of the Watervliet Fire Department and, over 30 years, went through the ranks retiring as chief of the department in 2003. His dedication and commitment to his department, his men, and the citizens of Watervliet was noted by all. He loved his profession, his comrades and all those who serve in public safety. In his off time, he enjoyed planning and attending social activities with his brother fire-fighters, family and friends. Following his retirement, he continued to maintain his relationships with his colleagues, enjoyed gourmet cooking and dining, telling stories about times past, spending time with his family and especially the time he spent with his beloved granddaughter, Norah. Dan was a devoted son, loving father, grandfather, brother, cousin and friend to all. He will be sorely missed. Survivors include his beloved children, Ptlm. Joshua (Shannon) Spratt, WPD of Watervliet, Marcy E. Spratt of Latham; treasured granddaughter, Norah Jane Spratt; his brother, Richard (Joyce) Spratt of Gansevoort; nieces and nephews; his lifelong best friend, J. Michael (Leslie) Brady; special cousin, Tom (Dale) Leonard; and a host of many wonderful friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday morning, October 4 at 10:00 a.m. from Parker Bros. Memorial Funeral Home, 2013 Broadway and at 11:00 a.m. at St. Brigid's Church in Port Schuyler. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery in Menands. Friends, relatives and brother firefighters are invited and may call on Friday from 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. As a tribute to his memory, the family has requested that contributions be made to the Chief Thomas M. McCormack Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Watervliet Fire Dept. Online condolences and directions at www.parkerbrosmemorial.com
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