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Martin McGovern Obituary
Passed away on 4/15/2014 in Scottsdale, Arizona. He served heroically on the New York City Fire Department for 31 years, predominantly in Ladder 114 in Brooklyn. He is the recipient of the James Gordon Bennett Medal which is awarded annually for the most outstanding act of heroism by the N.Y.F.D. He is survived by his wife Anne McGovern, daughter Tara Bayer, son-in-law Raymond Bayer, daughter-in-law Jill McGovern, step-daughter Jennifer Mitchell and four grandchildren: Alana, Nicole, Riley and Finn, brother Joseph McGovern, sister Rose Zito, brother-in-law Tony Zito, niece Rose Ellen Haran and husband Jack, sister-in-law Patricia Burton, sister-in-law Kathleen Coonan. He was preceded in death by his son, Scott McGovern, who was tragically killed on 9/11. He was the bravest of the brave and will be missed by all who knew him.
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for Martin McGovern
April 21, 2020
I grew up with Marty on 53rd street Brooklyn , Marty was my best friend he he was a great person.
Niel Gargiulo
Anne McGovern
April 15, 2020
I lost you six years ago today but you are always in my heart.
April 13, 2019
5 years have past and you are still the best man I ever knew and the love of my life.
Anne McGovern
Joseph Hayes
January 20, 2015
RIP my long time friend,since 1954,I will always remember you.
Peggy MacIntyre
April 29, 2014
On behalf of the McGowan/MacIntyre Family please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of a wonderful friend. I knew Marty (living on 53rd Street) he was like a big brother to me (annoying sometimes, but I loved him). Still living in the neighborhood Marty always visited with my family and allowed my sons to try on his "Fireman's Special Helmet" -- Each time he passed our house he tooted the horn on the fire truck and waved to the boys. He will always be remembered for his kindness to all and his "BIG" smile. Rest in peace Marty and to your family "treasure your memories" of this wonderful man. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Don & Peggy MacIntyre (McGowan)
April 27, 2014
I knew Marty when he lived at 53rd Street, Brooklyn, New York. My family, the McGowan's lived across the hall. I went to St. Agaths's with his sister Rose. His parents were at my wedding 5l years ago. He was frineds with my two brothers, jack and Tom and knew my sister Peg. Rest in Peace Marty. You were a great neghbor when we lived back in Brooklyn. Mary Ann (McGowan) Pandolfo, Deltona, florida
Mary Larkin
April 22, 2014
Marty was a great firefighter, a friend to all who knew him. He had a perpetual smile...even when recovering from severe burns he never complained..
So glad he had so many good years in Scottsdale with his dear Anne.
Rest in Peace Marty, we will never forget you.....
Tally Ho Mary & Jim Larkin
April 22, 2014
Thanks for all you did. RIP Marty. Squirrelly
Sister Mary Perasa
April 21, 2014
I remember Marty from 53rd St. Our mothers were great friends. Saturday nights -- Jackie Gleason show for us kids while the moms shared the St. Agatha news. Fond memories. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
April 20, 2014
MARTY MC GOVERN WAS A DEAR FRIEND. A MAN WHO ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND NEVER CRITICIZED, CONDEMNED OR COMPLAINED. AS MANY OF YOU KNOW ONE OF THE GREATEST FIREFIGHTERS THE JOB HAS EVER KNOWN. HE MAY BE GONE FROM LIFE HOWEVER, ALIVE IN SPIRIT. BILL MOORE L-114.
THE GEARS
April 20, 2014
We will miss you MARTIN. Always ready to lend a hand.
Eddie Mc Gowan
April 20, 2014
I met Marty when I was a rookie cop in the 72 pct back in the mid 80s, spent many tours in the fire house. Great man, rip Marty
Veronica Baez
April 20, 2014
Sending condolences and prayers on behalf of my father, George .P. McGoff and my brother Tom McGoff. Tally Ho!
Jill McGovern
April 20, 2014
Martin....I will always remember you with a huge heart and a warm smile. From the bottom of my heart I hope you are with my dear Scott. You will be missed. xo
April 20, 2014
RIP
Anne McGovern
April 19, 2014
He was the best man I ever knew, the love of my life.
April 19, 2014
McGovern Family,
Offering our deepest sympathies on your dear loss. May memories and the God of all comfort help through this difficult time.
April 19, 2014
With Sincere Thoughts and Prayers, from The Varian Family, South Bronx NYC
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