New York, New York
Fraternal Inspiration
If Martin Egan Jr. had a notion to do something, he went for it.
On a whim, the fire department captain tried bungee jumping. Then sky diving. He ran the New York City Marathon in 2000.
When he saw a near- century-old colonial-style house next to a pond in Great Kills, Staten Island, he decided he would buy it, completely gut it and put it back together again.
The only issue was that Captain Egan, 36, had no construction experience. Undeterred, he studied how-to books and magazines to learn to rebuild the structure's interior. "He wasn't afraid to try new things," said his wife, Diane. "He did a beautiful job, and I'll live here forever."
Captain Egan was also the first of his childhood friends from Midland Beach, Staten Island, to join the New York City Fire Department. His two younger brothers also became firefighters.
"He showed us the way," said John Mahon, a firefighter and longtime friend. "We saw how much he loved the job and what it did for him. The rest of us said we've got to get this job."
Martin Egan was promoted to captain in Division 15 not long before Sept. 11. On the 11th, he was on administrative duty when he decided to answer the call for help at the World Trade Center.
Martin you are never forgotten. Today we remember your life and celebrate your courage, your service to others and the ultimate sacrifice you made answering the call for help. May the Lord pour out His peace and comfort to those you loved and may others be inspired by your example. Truly, great love hath no man, than one who lays down his life for another. Rest in peace
September 11, 2023 | FL
Remembering Martin on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Cindy Roe
September 09, 2021 | Galesburg, MI
ALWAYS REMEMBER , NEVER FORGET
John Szczech
October 28, 2014 | Freeport, NY
TODAY AS WE REMEMBER THE FALLING HEROS 10 YEARS LATER , I CAME A ACROSS A BRACLET THEY IMPRINTED NAMES ON BACK THEN IT WAS YOUR NAME THATIS ON IT MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY TODAY, YOU WERE A HERO
CRYSTAL COX
September 11, 2011 | CARLETON, MI
i love you for what you have done for my family and i. You have never met any one of us. I appreciate that you helped save lives and were there to help. I pray for your family and you and may u rest in peace.
Deanna Woodward
October 12, 2010 | Charles Town, WV
FROM ENGLAND AND IRELAND WE SEND LOVE AND PRAYERS.NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN AND TO BE TAUGHT THE WORD BRAVERY.WE WILL LOVE AND SUPPORT USA AND THE LAND OF THE LOST.THANK YOU SO MUCH IN ALLOWING US TO SHARE WITH YOU.GOD BLESS EVERY GOOD CITIZEN OF USA.XX
SARNE O'CONNOR
October 12, 2010 | LEEDS
September 11, 2009
World Trade Center Ground Zero
Vesey-Liberty-Church-West Streets
New York, New York 10038
Dear Mr. Egan Jr,
A hero is someone who helps others in need, even at the cost of their own life. You were a hero on September 11, 2009. You put your life in danger to help others. I look up to you as a hero, and I want to do something amazing like you did. Thanks for saving others during the crash at the World Trade Center. You will always...
Marissa Smarelli
September 11, 2009 | Cincinnati, OH
Happy Independence Day!!!
Doug Abraham
July 04, 2009 | Livonia, MI
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Kristine
October 24, 2006 | Tecumseh, MI