AEMT
Rye Fire Dept.
North Hampton, NH
Age: 56
Last Call: 12/14/2023
Circumstances: Cardiac Event
Charles “Chuck” Gallant was a 20-year veteran of the Rye, NH fire department. Chuck had many accomplishments over the years but the most memorable award was the Paul W. Sypek Medal of Valor for conspicuous bravery at extreme risk of life, when he rescued a fellow firefighter during the fire aboard the USS Miami in 2012. Charles was married to his wife for 35 years and had 2 daughters. Charles was blessed with four grandchildren and for him nothing brought him more joy like family. Charles was very involved with his community and volunteered for many charities. He was also a very avid cyclist.