David LeMagne Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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North Bergen, New Jersey

Motivator of People
He pushed. Whatever you thought you were capable of, he thought higher. David Lemagne loved to help people, and especially to push them to become all that they could. "He pushed people to get the grades, to get moving, to get motivated," said his sister, Magaly Lemagne Alfano. "He pushed a lot of friends, and they went further in life because of him."

Officer Lemagne, 27, lived in North Bergen, N.J., and was a police officer for the Port Authority, as well as a part-time paramedic in New Jersey. He had begun riding around in ambulances when he was only 11, learning to care for others. He was assigned to PATH in Jersey City, and when the attack occurred he was told to stay put. But he asked to be sent to the trade center, because of his training as a paramedic.

Officer Lemagne was a notorious prankster, and loved to kid around. "He would tell my husband, in front of me, 'If you ever have a problem with her, I'll help you get rid of her,' " Mrs. Alfano said. "He would say, 'Don't worry, no one will ever have to know.' "

For all his paramedic training, he was not always entirely comfortable with blood. When he was young, he and his close friend decided they would become blood brothers. Fine. Officer Lemagne was handed a knife. "I'm not cutting myself," he exclaimed in horror. They became spit brothers.

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David, I didn't know you very well during my time at JCMC, but I remember you as a dedicated paramedic who had just begun your journey with the Port Authority Police Department. Through our paths only crossed briefly, your service and sacrifice have not been forgotten. It's hard to believe it's been almost 24 years since you've been gone. As a tribute to your memory and all that you stood for, I will be honoring you during my speech at the 9/11 memorial service.

Mariela Anderson

August 20, 2025 | Moncks Corner, SC

Dear David, it's hard to believe that it is 16 years TODAY since we LOST YOU and there is not a day that goes by that we don't think of you or forget your smiling face or that wonderful and happy sense of humor you had. We will forever miss you and have you in our hearts always. We know that you are looking down on us and protecting us. We love you now and always...
Love,
Lori, Ray & Vega Family
9/11/2017

Lori Vega

September 11, 2017 | Secaucus, NJ

In Memory
With Honor & Respect.

S j. Friscia III

May 06, 2014 | Staten Island, NY

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Every day I pray for those who have died, and reading his story I am so glad I do. I did not know him but I truly appreciate his courage and love for others on that day. You will be greatly missed. And I will remember to keep you in my prayers every day. May God bless and be with you.<3

Morgan

September 11, 2012 | MO

another year has gone by and I still long for you like it was yesterday. Wishing you were here with me! I love you always.

V Ferreira

September 11, 2012 | NY, NY

Hey David cant believe its 11 years already miss you hope your looking down on,us protecting us like the great friend you have allways been much love to you and your family God bless you and may he keep you close as I do in my heart

David Kaminsky

September 11, 2012 | Coral Springs, FL

Me in my duty uniform guarding the wreaths at last years 9-11 remembrance ceremony. I'm holding back the tears as I await the captain to relieve me.

Dave,

This morning I dusted off the old steel toe duty boots and donned my old uniform. I saluted the flag in front of my house as I thought of you.

Every year on this day I wear my uniform and I remind others to remember your sacrifice.

The things you did in your life echo through out eternity. I am saddened yet thankful for your sacrifice. You are a true hero.

Today I remember all the fun times we had at Wildwood, Foxes, Topps, UCVAC, JCMC, UMDNJ, College,...

Omar Martin

September 11, 2012 | Palm Bay, FL

Hey chief having a beer smoking a cigar(i know its early but its 5 o'clock somewhere)thinking of another way to deal with that awful day tomorrow other than locking myself inside cause im to affraid to go out. Im eveing banging out of work tomorrow cause not to many people left at work that where working that day 11 yrs ago so i dont feel like sharing my feelings with them,they have no idea how help someone get through a day like tomorrow.To them its just another day, to me its a day that...

Julio Rivera

September 10, 2012 | Carteret,NJ, NJ

Hi David,

We have never met but my family and I were in NJ and NY last week and met your dad. He was our driver for the whole trip up there and he showed us NY and NJ area around. I have to tell you that he was one of the nicest men I have ever met in my life. For the entire trip, He went the extra mile and made sure that there is nothing left for us to see in NY. The last day of our trip in NY, your dad took us to ground zero. When he shared the story of you and your family with...

Wakana Kamesato

September 11, 2011 | Okinawa, JAPAN

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