Monthly Archives: July 2014

Capt. William Burke, Jr.

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Captain William Burke, Jr., was a handsome bachelor who followed his father into the FDNY. Calling him “a firefighter is a little like referring to Elvis as an entertainer.” “He always made everything better,” said his brother. An instructor at … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Dennis Mulligan

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Firefighter Dennis Mulligan, 32, was an eight-year veteran with the FDNY, assigned to Ladder 2 the entire time. As a teenager, this confirmed bachelor had originally planned to be a pediatrician, but firefighter turned out to be his true calling. … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Carl Molinaro

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

I think his nickname among family and friends was “Overboard Carl” for his generosity of spirit and because he would always give more than you expected. “It was his nature to give.” Firefighter Carl Molinaro is the sixth of seven … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Daniel Harlin

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Firefighter Daniel Harlin, 41, was an avid deer hunter. He and his wife moved to rural Putnam County to have more outdoors in their lives before he became the father of three. Danny was a member of Ladder 2/Battalion 8 … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Denis Germain

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Firefighter Denis Germain had three citations for bravery in seven years with the FDNY. He loved to ski and was always one of the best skiers for the department’s annual downhill race at Hunter Mountain. Teams of 5 spread out … Continue reading →

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Firefighter George DiPasquale

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Nicknamed “Holy Man” at the firehouse for his passion as a Jehovah’s Witness, Firefighter George DiPasquale, 33, was an imposing 6’5″ tall. “He was a man who practiced what he preached,” said his father-in-law. He so loved helping people that … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Michael Clarke

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Michael Clarke, 27, was the son of a NYPD officer but he always wanted to be a firefighter. As a toddler his dad gave him one of those little red engines to peddle around. On the force since 1998, he … Continue reading →

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Capt. Frederick Ill, Jr.

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

In 1999, Capt Frederick Ill, Jr. made front page news when he leapt down into the subway tracks to rescue a man whose legs had been severed when he was pushed in front of a train. Less well know is … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Robert Parro

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Firefighter Robert Parro, 35, was an 8-year veteran who loved his job. A lifetime resident of Levittown on Long Island, he was apparently a great neighbor to have as he was a skillful handyman and would often help on others’ … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Thomas McCann

Posted on July 22, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Firefighter Thomas McCann, 46, was assigned to Battalion 8. Many firefighters have other jobs on the side; his was with the Exhibition Employees Union Local 829 where he had recently been named a trustee.

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