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Uniformed Firefighters Association of Greater New York The UFA is a labor union representing the health, safety and interests of NYC Firefighters and the citizens they are sworn to protect.

It is with deep regret that the UFA announces the passing of Lieutenant Patrick T. “Dewey” Fitzmaurice of Engine Company...
10/26/2026

It is with deep regret that the UFA announces the passing of Lieutenant Patrick T. “Dewey” Fitzmaurice of Engine Company 38, who succumbed to his World Trade Center-related illness on October 24, 2026.

The UFA extends its deepest condolences to Lieutenant Fitzmaurice’s family, friends, and fellow FDNY members during this difficult time.

Funeral arrangements are as follows:

Wake Services
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Martin A. Gleason Funeral Home
10-25 150th Street
Whitestone, NY 11357

Funeral Service
Thursday, October 29, 2026
10:30 AM

St. Luke’s Church
16-34 Clintonville Street
Whitestone, NY 11357

Burial
Mount St. Mary’s Cemetery
172-00 Booth Memorial Avenue
Flushing, NY 11365

May his memory be a blessing, and may his soul rest in eternal peace.

We Will Never Forget.

It is with deep regret that the UFA announces the passing of Firefighter Eugene W. Fox of Ladder Company 40, who succumb...
10/26/2026

It is with deep regret that the UFA announces the passing of Firefighter Eugene W. Fox of Ladder Company 40, who succumbed to his World Trade Center-related illness on October 22, 2026.

Firefighter Fox proudly served the FDNY for 23 years. The UFA extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow members during this difficult time.
Funeral arrangements are as follows:

Viewing
Friday, October 30, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:45 PM
Church of the Presentation
271 W. Saddle River Road
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458

Funeral Mass
Friday, October 30, 2026
1:00 PM
Church of the Presentation
271 W. Saddle River Road
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458

May his memory be a blessing, and may his soul rest in eternal peace.

We Will Never Forget.

The Uniformed Firefighters Association solemnly honors the memory of retired FDNY Firefighter Kenneth J. Klipp of Ladder...
10/24/2026

The Uniformed Firefighters Association solemnly honors the memory of retired FDNY Firefighter Kenneth J. Klipp of Ladder Company 147, whose passing on November 3, 2020, has now been officially recognized as a World Trade Center-related illness death.

Firefighter Klipp was appointed to the FDNY on October 7, 1985, and faithfully served the people of New York City for more than 30 years before retiring on June 2, 2016.

Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Firefighter Klipp bravely participated in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center, answering the call to serve during one of the darkest chapters in our city’s history.

The UFA extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow FDNY members. His dedication, courage, and sacrifice will forever remain part of the FDNY’s legacy.

We Will Never Forget.

The Uniformed Firefighters Association mourns the passing of retired FDNY Firefighter Peter J. Miele of Engine 313, who ...
10/23/2026

The Uniformed Firefighters Association mourns the passing of retired FDNY Firefighter Peter J. Miele of Engine 313, who passed away on October 21, 2026 due to WTC related illness.

Appointed to the FDNY on January 21, 1990, Firefighter Miele proudly served the people of New York City for nearly 29 years before retiring on December 19, 2018. His dedicated service included participating in the rescue and recovery operations at the World Trade Center following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

The UFA extends its deepest condolences to Firefighter Miele’s family, friends, and fellow FDNY members during this difficult time.

Funeral Arrangements:

Viewing: Saturday, October 24, 2026
1:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Funeral Service: Saturday, October 24, 2026
5:30 PM

Location:
Chapey & Sons Funeral Home
200 East Main Street
East Islip, NY

May Firefighter Miele rest in eternal peace.

We Will Never Forget.

More than 200 FDNY Firefighters and first responders battled a massive four-alarm fire Saturday evening at the Mount Lor...
10/19/2026

More than 200 FDNY Firefighters and first responders battled a massive four-alarm fire Saturday evening at the Mount Loretto campus in the Pleasant Plains section of Staten Island.

The fire broke out shortly before 6:00 PM inside a vacant warehouse near the historic Church of St. Joachim and St. Anne. Firefighters encountered heavy flames throughout the building, forcing crews into defensive operations as the warehouse sustained extensive damage and its roof collapsed.

Despite strong winds, flying embers, and dangerous conditions, FDNY members successfully contained the blaze and prevented flames from spreading to nearby structures, including the historic church, two schools, and a senior center.

One Firefighter suffered minor burns to his leg, while a civilian also sustained minor injuries. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The UFA commends the tremendous work of our Firefighters and first responders, whose professionalism and dedication prevented an already devastating fire from becoming an even greater tragedy. We wish our injured member and the civilian a full and speedy recovery.

60 YEARS LATER — WE WILL NEVER FORGETToday marks the 60th anniversary of the tragic 23rd Street Fire of October 17, 1966...
10/18/2026

60 YEARS LATER — WE WILL NEVER FORGET

Today marks the 60th anniversary of the tragic 23rd Street Fire of October 17, 1966, when 12 FDNY Firefighters made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Six decades later, this devastating tragedy remains the second-largest loss of FDNY members in a single incident, surpassed only by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001

Though 60 years have passed, their sacrifice remains deeply woven into the history of the FDNY and the brotherhood of New York City’s Firefighters. Their names, their service, and their ultimate sacrifice will forever be remembered.

We Will Never Forget.

Honoring the 12 Fallen Heroes of October 17, 1966:

Deputy Chief Thomas A. Reilly — 3rd Division
Battalion Chief Walter J. Higgins — 7th Battalion
Lieutenant John J. Finley — Ladder Company 7
Lieutenant Joseph Priore — Engine Company 18
Firefighter John G. Berry — Ladder Company 7
Firefighter James V. Galanaugh — Engine Company 18
Firefighter Rudolph F. Kaminsky — Ladder Company 7
Firefighter Joseph Kelly — Engine Company 18
Firefighter Carl Lee — Ladder Company 7
Firefighter William F. McCarron — 3rd Division
Firefighter Daniel L. Rey — Engine Company 18
Firefighter Bernard A. Tepper — Engine Company 18

NEVER FORGET.

10/15/2026

More than 140 FDNY Firefighters and first responders responded to a two-alarm fire Tuesday morning in Washington Heights.

The fire broke out on the fifth floor of an apartment building at 598 West 178th Street near St. Nicholas Avenue and quickly escalated to a second alarm. Firefighters battled heavy fire conditions before bringing the blaze under control shortly before 1:00 PM.

Six people were injured, including five Firefighters. One Firefighter suffered moderate injuries, while the remaining injuries were reported as minor. All six were transported to NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia for treatment.

The UFA is keeping our injured members and the civilian hurt in this fire in our thoughts and wishing everyone a full and speedy recovery.

Video Credit: UnfiltNY | NYC News

Today, the UFA proudly celebrates Columbus Day, honoring the courage, heritage, and enduring legacy of Italian-Americans...
10/12/2026

Today, the UFA proudly celebrates Columbus Day, honoring the courage, heritage, and enduring legacy of Italian-Americans who have helped shape our nation and the FDNY.

Alongside the FDNY Columbia Association, we recognize the generations of Italian-American Firefighters whose dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to service have left a lasting impact on our Department and the City of New York.

Yesterday, the UFA joined thousands of FDNY members, families, and loved ones at the Firemen’s Memorial in Manhattan for...
10/08/2026

Yesterday, the UFA joined thousands of FDNY members, families, and loved ones at the Firemen’s Memorial in Manhattan for the 119th Annual FDNY Memorial Day Ceremony.

Each year, this solemn tradition brings our Department together to honor the lives, service, and sacrifices of those we have lost.

This year, we remembered 11 FDNY members who passed away over the past year, including two who made the Supreme Sacrifice in the line of duty.

These men dedicated their lives to serving and protecting the people of New York City. Their courage, commitment, and legacies will forever remain part of the proud history of the FDNY.

We honor and remember:

Paramedic Salih Abdur-Rahman, Station 16*
Lieutenant Patrick Brady, Ladder 120*
Firefighter Joseph Herman, Ladder 111
Firefighter Aaron Clark, Rescue 1
EMS Lieutenant James McGee IV, Station 54
EMT Emilio Pete Martinez, Station 10
EMT Frederick Benjamin, Station 43
Firefighter Karan Thadhani, Ladder 135
EMS Lieutenant Paul Ardizzone, EMS SOC
Paramedic Willie Marshall Jr., Station 26
Lieutenant Michael Peirano, Engine 8

Died in the line of duty.

The UFA stands in unwavering solidarity with the families, loved ones, and fellow members of those we have lost. We also recognize the Pat Brady Foundation and its efforts to preserve the memory and legacy of Lieutenant Patrick Brady.

Their sacrifices will never be forgotten, and their names will forever be remembered by the FDNY brotherhood.

WE WILL NEVER FORGET.

The United Firefighters Association (UFA) mourns the passing of retired FDNY Captain Sean Nicholas O’Brien Sr., Engine 3...
10/08/2026

The United Firefighters Association (UFA) mourns the passing of retired FDNY Captain Sean Nicholas O’Brien Sr., Engine 34, who passed away on October 4, 2026, his 58th birthday.

Captain O’Brien dedicated nearly 30 years of service to the FDNY, beginning his career on July 17, 1994, at Engine 8/Ladder 2 in Midtown Manhattan. He later served at Engine 52/Ladder 52 in the Bronx before being promoted to Lieutenant in 2003 and assigned to Engine 94/Ladder 48.

In 2014, he was promoted to Captain and assigned to Engine 34/Ladder 21 in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan.

Throughout his distinguished career, Captain O’Brien served the people of New York City with dedication and commitment to the Department and his fellow firefighters.

The UFA extends its deepest condolences to Captain O’Brien’s family, friends, and all those who had the honor of serving alongside him.

Visitation
Thursday, October 8, 2026
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home
130 Highland Avenue
Middletown, NY 10940

Funeral Service
Friday, October 9, 2026
11:00 AM
Holy Cross Church
626 County Route 22
Middletown, NY 10940

May Captain O’Brien rest in eternal peace. His service and legacy will never be forgotten.

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New York, NY
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