New York, New York
Fan of Disney World
When Scott A. Larsen finished a shift at the firehouse — "He was very good with the tools; he fit right into the place," said Brian Cleary, his friend from Ladder Company 163 — off he'd go in pursuit of more activity, usually with his three children. He outfitted them with Rollerblades, and got them onto their bicycles on summer days. He could spend an entire day at the beach, then fix dinner on the grill. During the midwinter school break, he packed everyone into the car and drove from their home in Glendale, Queens, to Disney World, stopping to spend the night in North Carolina, to buy sparklers in South Carolina, to sample as many Dairy Queens as possible below the Mason-Dixon line.
It meant 12 hours of driving at a stretch, but he loved it. On arrival, Firefighter Larsen, who was 35, headed for Space Mountain, where he usually rode solo. "He'd try to convince the kids to go on it," said his wife, Carolann. "Once he bribed them with a stuffed animal. They came off scared like anything."
The children are Marisa, 9; Brenda, 8; and Scott, 5. On Sept. 13, their little brother was born. Mrs. Larsen named him August, a name she and her husband had chosen.
I worked with Firefighter Larsen’s sister & attended his wake. I remember looking at his wife & kids and feeling my heart break for them. He was a hero and his sacrifice will never be forgotten I think of him often & when his name is read each year I say a prayer for him. RIP sir and thank you for everything you did not only that day but every day
Felice Ivy
January 14, 2022 | Queens, NY | Coworker
We send our continued deep sympathy to your family. With every new day may God always give the needed support. Scott contributed in many positive ways and will not be forgotten.
The Kindred Family
December 19, 2018
I had the honor of carrying FF Larsens name 110 stories during our stair climb in Sacramento Ca. We will never forget.
God Bless.
Dave
September 12, 2016 | Sacramento, CA
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
S J. Friscia III
April 30, 2014 | Staten Island, NY
I have had the honor of wearing Scott A. Larsens' name on my 9/11 bracelet for the last 10 years. I will continue to proudly wear his name on my wrist for ALL to remember 9/11/01!!!
[email protected]
September 10, 2011
Remembered By
Gerard Larsen
September 14, 2009 | East Hampton, NY
I was lucky enough to be selected to read Scott's name at ground zero this year. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I also lost my cousin on that horrible morning. We will never forget!
Thank you Scott for keeping all of us safe.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Ketelsen
Staten Island,NY
September 12, 2009
In memory....
P Tabbernor
December 03, 2006 | Victoria, BC
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
November 10, 2006 | Tecumseh, MI
