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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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B.C. Thomas DeAngelis

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Thomas DeAngelis, 51, had been a Battalion Chief for five years. When promoted, his wife said that now, after 22 years of running into burning buildings, as a BC, he wouldn’t have to do that any more. But she knew … Continue reading →

Division 3

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Division 3 is also based in Manhattan. In total 85 men from this Division were lost at the WTC, from Battalions 8,9,10,11 and 12. Battalion 8 is located at 165 E. 51st Street in Manhattan, along with Engine 8 & … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Benjamin Suarez

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

Benjamin Suarez, 34, had his wife’s name tattooed on one arm and the FDNY logo entwined with a dragon on the other. A devoted father to his four young children, he often took his whole company to their games or school … Continue reading →

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Firefighter William Krukowski

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Dawn Siebel

William Krukowski rode his bike 17 miles to and from work every shift. He took up bicycling, and quit skydiving and motorcycles when he became a father. Devoted to his young son, among their many regular activities was watching “The … Continue reading →

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